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Transformation in a Generation: 2021 Annual Report
2021 brought another year of uncertainty as COVID-19 continued to spread across the continent and around the world, impacting lives and economies. It forced us to face the reality that abrupt economic…
TLP issues a global wake-up call: Africa faces an unfolding economic and climate crisis
At a meeting of the TLP, eminent African and global leaders shared their concerns about the social, climate, and economic and political instability. The panel called on African leaders to take control…
Special Series: Young Women and the Future World of Work in Ghana & Senegal
Overview - Young women in Ghana and Senegal face significant barriers in the world of work due to social prejudices, a lack of access to the right education and resources, limited opportunities…
The Future of Work in Africa: Eight Opportunities for Development Finance Institutions
Africa’s current job market is not providing enough jobs, and the available jobs are not of sufficient quality for Africans to live a life of dignity, free of poverty.
Brokering evidence during a crisis: Lessons from Ghana
As COVID-19 devastated lives and livelihoods around the world, policymakers needed timely and relevant evidence to inform decisions on how best to manage the spread of the virus and mitigate its impact.
Revamping Education and Training for the Future of Work
One-fifth of the global population under the age of 25 resides in rapidly growing Sub-Saharan Africa. But African governments are struggling to tap into this demographic dividend. One reason why: the crippling…
Who We Are
ACET is a pan-African economic policy institute supporting Africa’s long-term growth through transformation.
We produce research, offer policy advice, and connect key stakeholders so that African countries are better positioned for smart, inclusive, and sustainable development.
Our Issues
We support Africa’s growth with DEPTH by providing analysis, advice, and advocacy across seven critical issues. We believe that African countries will strengthen their long-term transformation agendas by taking smart policy action in these areas.
CLIMATE & AGRICULTURE
Agricultural modernization offers a crucial path to industrialization and economic transformation for decent job creation in many African countries.
ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT & GOVERNANCE
Africa’s economic growth will not by itself sustain development on the continent.
GENDER EQUALITY
Gender inequality is one of the greatest threats to economic transformation in Africa.
INNOVATION & DIGITAL POLICY
Innovation and digital solutions provide immense opportunities for Africa to transform its economies and societies.
PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
Transforming Africa within a generation requires a sustainable and competitive private sector.
REGIONAL INTEGRATION
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT & SKILLS
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#Climatechange is impeding #Africa’s long-term sustainable development and poses an immediate threat to its people. This @UN declaration is a giant step and it's critical for countries to join forces to push for bold commitments globally, regionally, and locally.
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AN INSIDE JOURNEY THROUGH FIVE DECADES OF AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT
KNOW THE BEGINNING WELL
BY K.Y. AMOAKO
The best way to plan for the future is to know as much as possible about the past. This book offers an inside look at Africa’s development journey across five decades, told through the eyes of someone who made the same trip. It is a personal account of some landmark people, policies, and institutions that have shaped Africa’s postcolonial history—and will continue to shape its future.
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An Open Letter to G7 Finance Ministers
Your urgent leadership towards a data-driven modern-day Marshall Plan for People and Planet