Africa is at a crossroads, confronting a critical challenge: securing its future through sustainable development. Renewable energy appears as the key to harnessing this potential, providing a means to address energy shortages, empower communities, and protect the environment for future generations. Over half of Africa’s population currently lacks access to basic electricity, highlighting the urgent...
Unemployment: The Silent Pandemic with Africa at the Forefront
Unemployment casts a long shadow across the globe, silently devastating lives and hindering progress. In 2024, an extra two million workers are expected to be looking for jobs, raising the global unemployment rate from 5.1 per cent in 2023 to 5.2 per cent (WESO Trends 2024). While headline unemployment rates only tell part of the...