New African Magazine

Dive into the complexities of shifting geopolitical plates with this insightful analysis. Why does the world need a new approach to global governance?

The global order needs a reset - New African Magazine From Gaza to Ukraine, the shifting of the shifting of geopolitical plates is disrupting all strategic balances. The old model of Multilateralism cannot cope with the rapid changes but the world does need global governance. To be effective, this must include the South which is currently kept out of t...

Seventy-five years after the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, much still needs to be done to defend and strengthen the institutions of global governance and confront the catastrophes of our time, writes Magdalena Sepúlveda. Carmona.

To cooperate or perish, the dilemma of humanity at war - New African Magazine Seventy-five years after the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, much still needs to be done to defend and strengthen the institutions of global governamce and confront the catastrophes of our time, writes Magdalena Sepúlveda. Carmona

The World Bank's Tunisia Country Climate and Development Report paints an ominous picture for Tunisia if the country fails to manage the risks arising from climate change, writes Dhafer Saidane.

Tunisia Country Climate and Development Report – an emergency for the future but who to deal with? - New African Magazine The World Bank's Tunisia Country Climate and Development Report paints a frightening picture for Tunisia if the country fails to manage the risks arising from climate change, writes Dhafer Saidane.

As COP28 meets in Dubai, Valentin Tapsoba, Director of the United Nations Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)’s Regional Bureau for Southern Africa, and Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and ARC Group Director General, describe how their organisations are coming together to combat the results of the climate crisis.

The interplay between the climate crisis and human displacement – a growing threat - New African Magazine As COP28 meets in Dubai, Valentin Tapsoba, Director for United Nations Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)’s Regional Bureau for Southern Africa, and Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and ARC Group Director General, describe how their organisations are coming together...

Morocco’s Ifrane Forum is a platform for exchange, reflection and action on African trade and investment. Khadija Idrissi Janati, President of the Forum, tells Hichem Ben Yaïche what to look out for in this year’s edition from 6-8 December.

'Ifrane Forum is more than just an event – it's a philosophy' - New African Magazine Morocco’s Ifrane Forum is a platform for exchange, reflection and action on African trade and investment. Khadija Idrissi Janati, President of the Forum, tells Hichem Ben Yaïche what to look out for in this year’s edition from 6-8 December.

"Meetings", a political comedy set in Trinidad, is playing at the Orange Tree Theatre in London until 11 November.

"It feels like the comedy comes out of truth. Once we get to the truth of it, then things are going to be funny naturally," says director Kalungi Ssebandeke. Read more:

Playwright Kalungi Ssebandeke lives the dream in first outing as director - New African Magazine Multi-talented Ugandan artist Kalungi Ssebandeke is about to direct his first major work on a London stage. Find out more in our exclusive interview.

As he campaigns for re-election in November, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar does not try to conceal his country’s difficulties. After a term devoted to infrastructure, he wants to accelerate industrialisation, boost agriculture, and encourage the private sector and human capital. Read more in our exclusive interview.

“For the future of Madagascar, I am counting on the youth” - New African Magazine As he campaigns for re-election in November, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar does not try to conceal his country’s difficulties. After a term devoted to infrastructure, he wants to accelerate industrialisation, boost agriculture, and encourage the private sector and human capital.

John Nagenda passed away in March, only a month before his 84th birthday. He will be mourned for his intelligence and generosity but above all his sense of humour. Cameron Duodu remembers the celebrated Ugandan writer and sportsman.

Obituary: Uganda's John Nagenda – a great writer and cricketer - New African Magazine John Nagenda passed away in March, only a month before his 84th birthday. He will be mourned for his intelligence and generosity, but above all, for his excellent sense of humour. Cameron Duodo recalls his meetings with the celebrated Ugandan writer, political figure and sportsman.

Actor/writer/rapper Kalungi Ssebandeke is directing his first major play at the Orange Tree Theatre in SW London.

Find out more about the play and what inspires him in our exclusive interview with the multi-talented Ugandan artist.

Playwright Kalungi Ssebandeke lives the dream in first outing as director - New African Magazine Multi-talented Ugandan artist Kalungi Ssebandeke is about to direct his first major work on a London stage. Find out more in our exclusive interview.

Green bonds could be a way not only to help raise the billions needed for Africa's energy transition but also help to develop Africa's capital markets, writes banking and finance expert Dhafer Saidane.

The injustice of climate change: What solutions for Africa? - New African Magazine Green bonds could be a way not only to help raise the billions needed for Africa's energy transition but also help to develop Africa's capital markets.

The constant feed of ‘Africa in crisis’ stories in the global media distorts the true picture of a continent that is largely peaceful and has dynamic enterprising spirit. We need to bring to light the real successes, says Moky Makura.

Let's bring Africa's successes to light - New African Magazine The constant feed of ‘Africa in crisis’ stories in the global media distorts the true picture of a continent that is largely peaceful with dynamic enterprising spirit. We need to bring to light the real successes, says Moky Makura.

Discover how African Export Import Bank - Afreximbank is propelling Africa towards success in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Prof. Benedict Oramah highlights the Bank's initiatives and partnerships aligning with AU's Agenda 2063 and UN SDGs: https://newafricanmagazine.com/29803/

How Afreximbank is helping to keep Africa on the road to SDG success - New African Magazine Prof. Benedict Oramah describes how Africa’s premier multilateral development institution is working in tandem with other continental organisations to rescue the continent’s SDGs and ensure that it is on the correct course for success.

Discover how Africa's strategic approach to carbon trading could create millions of jobs, generate billions in revenue, and boost sustainable development. Read more ➡️

Carbon trading offers rich rewards for Africa - New African Magazine The global carbon credit market is valued at around $909bn. Africa is beginning to tap into this lucrative resource but a more coordinated effort across the continent could reap rich benefits.

African nations face hurdles in achieving due to funding challenges. Learn how the Economic Commission for Africa for Africa helps countries improve credit ratings and explores innovative financing.

How can African countries improve their credit ratings? - New African Magazine It is essential to raise additional finance if Africa’s SDGs are to keep on track. Jean-Marc Kilolo outlines how the UN Economic Commission for Africa is helping countries improve their credit ratings and search out innovative ways of financing.

Insights from African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
report, highlighted by Busani Bafana reveal the transport sector's bright future with the African Continental Free Trade Area:

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AfCFTA to increase demand for transport by 50% - New African Magazine The transport sector is forecast to be one of the big winners from implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area. Busani Bafana highlights the findings of a report by the UN Economic Commission for Africa.

🌍 Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, AU's High Representative, sheds light on Africa's challenges and the imperative of peace and security. A must-read interview for a deeper understanding:
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Africa can overcome its challenges, says AU High Representative for Silencing the Guns - New African Magazine Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, the African Union’s High Representative for Silencing the Guns, talks candidly about the current political and economic status quo of Africa, the decline of democracy, the marginalisation of populations and why insecurity is increasing.

The Great Blue Wall initiative is Africa's beacon of hope to safeguard its oceans and coastal communities from climate change. Discover how this initiative not only protects seascapes but nurtures a sustainable blue economy
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

The Great Blue Wall to rescue Africa's sea life - New African Magazine Africa’s oceans and the coastal communities that depend on them are under severe threat from climate change and other hazards. The Great Blue Wall initiative sets out to not only protect the seascapes but stimulate a sustainable blue economy.

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and regional value chains are driving economic transformation, job creation, and technology sharing. Melaku Desta explores how these intertwined elements amplify Africa's integration and development goals.

Regional value chains key to Africa’s prosperity - New African Magazine By providing the framework to establish robust regional value chains, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) not only liberates Africa from dependency on imports of industrial goods, but also creates jobs, generates wealth and upgrades skills and technology. Melaku Desta argues that the Af...

Dive into the electric vehicle industry with insights from Oluranti Doherty, Director of Export Development at African Export Import Bank - Afreximbank. Read more about this game-changing initiative.

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Africa all set to enter electric vehicle industry - New African Magazine The decision to use Africa’s minerals to manufacture batteries for use in electrical vehicles as well as to actually assemble the vehicles themselves in Africa, is earth-shaking in its implications not only for the countries involved, but for the continent as a whole.

In a candid conversation, former Vice-President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo and Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, United Nations Assistant Secretary General, emphasise Africa's pivotal role in achieving global net zero emissions by 2050:

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'Africa is the solution for global net zero': In conversation with Yemi Osinbajo and Ibrahima Cheikh Diong - New African Magazine Former Vice-President of Nigeria Yemi Osinbajo and Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, United Nations Assistant Secretary General Director General of African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group talk to New African about the climate challenges facing Africa.

Hanan Morsey , Deputy Executive Secretary of Economic Commission for Africa highlights the pressing need to rethink the global financial structure amidst growing challenges. Explore Africa's efforts towards sustainable solutions: https://newafricanmagazine.com/29808/

Hanan Morsy: Re-examining the global financial architecture - New African Magazine Hanan Morsy, Deputy Executive Secretary, of the UN Economic Commission for Africa, outlines how the organisation is working with a high-level working group to find solutions.

Discover how African Export Import Bank - Afreximbank is propelling Africa towards success in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Prof. Benedict Oramah highlights the Bank's initiatives and partnerships aligning with AU's Agenda 2063 and UN SDGs:

https://newafricanmagazine.com/29803/

How Afreximbank is helping to keep Africa on the road to SDG success - New African Magazine Prof. Benedict Oramah describes how Africa’s premier multilateral development institution is working in tandem with other continental organisations to rescue the continent’s SDGs and ensure that it is on the correct course for success.

Halfway into the SDGs, Africa faces challenges in education, gender equality, energy access, and climate action. Neil Ford outlines the hurdles and emphasizes the need for global cooperation to achieve The Africa of Our Dreams. 🌱

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The SDGs in Africa – challenges to be overcome - New African Magazine If Africa can achieve most of the SDGs, it will become a global force to reckon with over the next few decades. But first, it must take stock of how far it has progressed, or fallen behind, in the sustainable development journey and what it needs to do to get back on track.

African leaders set a precedent with the Nairobi Declaration at the Africa Climate Summit, urging a global carbon tax on fossil fuels and transformative climate-positive investments. Read more about Africa's climate agenda:

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Nairobi Declaration posts Africa's bold climate solutions - New African Magazine The Nairobi Declaration, issued by African leaders at the Africa Climate Summit in early September will serve as a basis for Africa’s common position in the global climate change process in the lead-up to the COP28 global climate conference.

Learn from Antonio Pedro, Acting Executive Secretary of
Economic Commission for Africa about Africa's sustainable growth using the SDGs as a blueprint. Explore a future where Africa embraces the fourth industrial age.

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How to salvage the SDGs in Africa - New African Magazine SDGs in Africa can not only be salvaged, but the process, allied to the continent’s Agenda 2063, can allow Africa to leapfrog into the fourth industrial age and become a major economic cog in the global superstructure. The Acting Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission for Africa, Antoni...

Women tend to bear the brunt of Africa’s health crises. A partnership between the African Risk Capacity Group and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation addresses women's specific needs and vulnerabilities in preparation and response to epidemics.

Amplifying gender in epidemic preparedness for improved health outcomes - New African Magazine Women tend to bear the brunt of Africa’s health crises. A partnership between the African Risk Capacity Group and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation addresses women's specific needs and vulnerabilities in preparation and response to epidemics.

A UNESCO report looks at the effectiveness of the use of digital tools in schools. They should be used to promote learning and not as a costly source of distraction.

Keep needs of learner first, says UNESCO report on technology in education - New African Magazine A UNESCO report looks at the effectiveness of the use of digital tools in schools. They should be used to promote learning and not as a costly source of distraction.

There is new hope for Brazil in President Luiz Inácio Lula’s courageous stand against racism, writes Hippolyte Fofack.

Lula’s racial-inequality reforms should set the bar for all countries to emulate - New African Magazine Hippolyte Fofack finds new hope for Brazil in President Luiz Inácio Lula’s courageous stand against racism

The catastrophic effects of climate-change are not only wreaking havoc on local communities, but are becoming a major obstacle to Africa achieving its SDG and Agenda 2063 goals, write Ibrahima Cheikh Diong from African Risk Capacity Group (ARC).

Climate change single biggest threat to Africa 2063 targets - New African Magazine The adverse effects of climate-change are not only wreaking havoc on local communities directly impacted by calamitous events but are becoming a major obstacle to Africa achieving its SDG and Agenda 2063 goals, argues Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, UN undersecretary general and Director General of the Afric...