Professor Landry Signé

Disruptive Global Leader| Chairman| Distinguished Fellow| Professor| Thunderbird| Brookings| Stanford| World Economic Forum| 4IR, Emerging Tech & AI| YGL|Global

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

For investors seeking both returns and impact, Africa’s pharmaceutical transformation and its far-reaching value chain represent a generational opportunity to build health security infrastructure for 1.5 billion people, @LandrySigne writes. https://t.co/SZoyp3ogsi

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

What if the global race for critical minerals became one of the greatest catalysts for Africa’s prosperity?

In my latest Brookings article, I explore how African countries can transform this moment of intense global competition into a foundation for long-term prosperity and shared growth.

Africa possesses many of the resources powering the world’s energy transition and technological future. Yet the greatest opportunity lies not in exporting raw materials, but in creating value through industrialization, innovation, regional integration, and transformational leadership.

If managed strategically, the global mineral rush could help accelerate job creation, economic diversification, infrastructure development, and Africa’s emergence as a leading force in the global economy.

Read more here: https://t.co/B9DEyfUgpi

#Africa #CriticalMinerals #EconomicTransformation #Industrialization #AfCFTA #Innovation #Leadership #Prosperity #Development #Brookings @BrookingsInst @BrookingsGlobal @Thunderbird

[African Business @AfricanBizMag]

The shortlist is here. 📚 Meet the nominees for the BCA African Business Book of the Year 2026:

Afro-Optimism Unleashed by Adeolu Adewumi-Zer
How Africa Eats by Professor David Luke
Realizing Africa's Potential: A Journey to Prosperity by Landry Signé
How We Made It in Africa II by Jaco Martiz
How Africa Works by Joe Studwell
Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business by Femi Otedola
Cultural Confluence in Organizational Change by Alette Vonk & Vasco Freitas Silva
It's About Tyme by Adrian Saville & Bruce Whitfield

Who will take the title? Find out on the 3rd of July 2026

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

What will it take for Africa to become one of the world's leading engines of growth and prosperity?

I am deeply grateful to the @Bcafrica1, @africa_finance, @AfricanBizMag, @NewAfricanMag, and @brandcomms for recognizing my book, "Realizing Africa’s Potential: A Journey to Prosperity," with a nomination for the 2026 BCA African Business Book of the Year Award.

The book argues that #Africa can become a leading force in the global economy by harnessing its talent, strengthening institutions, accelerating innovation, leveraging its resources, expanding business and trade in strategic sectors, deepening continental integration, and advancing transformational leadership. More than a story of potential, it is a call to action for building a more prosperous, inclusive, and globally competitive Africa.

Learn more about the book here: https://t.co/TwC7FbRwzG

#Africa #AfricanDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #Prosperity #Books #Policy #Brookings #Research #Leadership #DevelopmentFinance @BrookingsInst @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsPress @Thunderbird

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

I am delighted to share my latest piece, Realizing Africa’s Pharmaceutical Potential.

This topic is particularly important to me because it sits at the intersection of three urgent priorities for Africa and the global economy: health security, industrial transformation, and strategic sovereignty.

Africa has long been a major importer of medicines, but this is changing. The continent is increasingly positioned to move up the pharmaceutical value chain—not only as a consumer, but as a producer, innovator, and key node in global supply systems.

In the piece, I explore what it will take to accelerate this transition: strengthening regulatory capacity, scaling local manufacturing, deepening regional integration through the AfCFTA, and building stronger partnerships between governments, the private sector, and development institutions.

The opportunity is both economic and deeply human: expanding access to affordable, high-quality medicines while building new engines of growth and jobs across the continent.

I would be very interested in your thoughts.

Read the full article here:
https://t.co/mLYinhu7wF

#Africa #Health #Pharmaceuticals #Industrialization #AfCFTA #PublicHealth #Innovation #Development #GlobalHealth #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

[House Foreign Affairs Committee Dems @HouseForeign]

Ranking Member @RepGregoryMeeks sat down with @BrookingsInst's @LandrySigne to discuss Africa Day, Pan-African unity, and his ongoing work on the Foreign Affairs Committee to strengthen ties between the US and the African continent.

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[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

Delighted to have spoken during the session “Governing AI Agents: Are Existing AI Frameworks Fit for Purpose?” organized by the World Economic Forum at the AI+ Expo this month, where we explored some of the most pressing questions surrounding the future of AI governance and the rapidly evolving landscape of AI agents.

As AI agents become increasingly sophisticated and integrated into decision-making systems, governance is evolving from static oversight of models toward more dynamic governance of interconnected systems. As these technologies continue to advance, ensuring that governance mechanisms evolve at the same pace will be essential.

Several important themes emerged throughout our discussion: the need to translate existing principles and frameworks into practical and operational mechanisms; the importance of shared accountability, human oversight, traceability, interoperability, and real-time intervention; and the critical role of global collaboration in shaping responsible and effective AI systems.

An equally important dimension of our conversation centered on the Global South. AI has the potential either to deepen existing inequalities or accelerate development and shared prosperity, depending on access to infrastructure, skills, financing, and fit-for-purpose governance frameworks. Advancing open, locally relevant, efficient, and multilingual AI solutions—supported by strong public-private partnerships, capacity building, and accountability mechanisms—will be essential.

Grateful for the opportunity to exchange ideas with such outstanding colleagues and leaders. Many thanks to Mr. Okazaki, Minister Counsellor for Economic Affairs at the Japan Embassy, for opening the discussion; to Karla Yee Amezaga, Initiatives Lead for AI and Data Governance at the Centre for AI Excellence at the World Economic Forum, for a thoughtful and engaging moderation; to my distinguished fellow panelists Melika Carroll, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Cohere, and Alexandra Reeve Givens, Chief Executive Officer of the Center for Democracy and Technology; and to Ariella Inglese, AI Governance and International Collaboration Specialist, for bringing the discussion to an inspiring close.

Looking forward to continuing these important conversations and strengthening collaboration around inclusive, responsible, and effective AI governance.

#AI #AIGovernance #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgents #GlobalGovernance #Innovation #Leadership #Technology #GlobalAffairs #Development #AIExpo @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

[Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala @NOIweala]

At the Hoover Institution, Stanford University’s Commons Project looking at Africa’s role and voice in the emerging new global economic and political order. Many thanks to Dr Jendayi Frazer (Distinguished Visiting Fellow at Hoover @JendayiFrazer) for organizing an intellectually stimulating, solutions focused, conversation including on Africa’s potential for value addition and increased trade. Also with H.E Linda Thomas-Greenfield @LindaT_G - former U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Dr @SongweVera - Chair of the Liquidity and Sustainability Facility, Dr @LandrySigne, Sanjeev Khagram, Larry Diamond, Gargee Ghosh, General William Ward, Zainab Usman and others.

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

“The focus today is on moving from aid to trade.” For Africa Day, Rwandan Ambassador to the U.S. @AmbMukantabana joined @LandrySigne on the Foresight Africa podcast to discuss U.S.-Africa relations through a continental lens.

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

Celebrating Africa Day: U.S. Congressman Meeks shares what Africa Day means for the United States, the African diaspora, and him personally—a thoughtful reflection on the importance of U.S.-Africa relations, shared values, and our interconnected future.

I also had a fruitful conversation with him on these important issues and on the future of U.S.-Africa engagement. As Africa’s global role continues to grow, strong partnerships and meaningful dialogue remain essential.

More to come.

Watch here: https://t.co/Rm9oYgBpXL

#AfricaDay #USAfrica #Africa #Diaspora #Leadership #Policy #GlobalAffairs #Development #Partnership #ForesightAfrica

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

On this Memorial Day, I join many in honoring and remembering the brave women and men who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Their courage, commitment, and dedication continue to inspire us and remind us of the values of service, responsibility, and shared humanity.

As we gather with family and loved ones, may we also take a moment to reflect with gratitude on those whose sacrifices have made so much possible.

#MemorialDay #Remembrance #Leadership #Service

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

Celebrating Africa Day: Strengthening U.S.-Africa Relations through a Continental Approach

Delighted to sit down with H.E. Mathilde Mukantabana, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the United States and Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps in Washington, D.C., on Episode 5 of the Foresight Africa podcast to discuss the future of U.S.-Africa relations through the lenses of the African Union and Africa Day.

As Africa’s role in the global economy continues to expand, strengthening partnerships requires a continental perspective, long-term vision, and a renewed commitment to mutually beneficial engagement. One message emerged strongly throughout our discussion: “trade, not aid.”

We explored opportunities, priorities, and pathways for advancing prosperity, investment, innovation, and shared growth while building stronger partnerships between Africa and the United States.

Read or listen here: https://t.co/6GTlKKBxA9

#ForesightAfrica #AfricaDay #USAfricaRelations #Africa #Leadership #Trade #EconomicDevelopment #Policy #GlobalAffairs #AfricanUnion @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @_AfricanUnion @AmbMukantabana @RwandaInUSA

[The Brookings Institution @BrookingsInst]

Ahead of Africa Day, @LandrySigne talks with @AmbMukantabana, ambassador of Rwanda to the U.S. and dean of the African Diplomatic Corps, to discuss how African governments are coordinating their diplomatic efforts in response to new priorities and opportunities. Listen to the new Foresight Africa episode 🎧 https://t.co/pMsLuYK62h

[Yannick Tona @yannicktona]

As we mark #AfricaDay2026, @AmbMukantabana spoke with @LandrySigne at @BrookingsInst and @BrookingsGlobal on advancing shared strategic and economic priorities between USA and African Countries on the continent. https://t.co/zwS9TYp5j5

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

U.S. Congressman @GregMeeksNYC shares what Africa Day means for the United States, the African diaspora, and him personally. A thoughtful reflection on the importance of U.S.-Africa relations, shared values, and our interconnected future. I also had a fruitful conversation with him on these important issues and the future of U.S.-Africa engagement. More to come.

Watch here: https://t.co/Rm9oYgAS8d

#AfricaDay #USAfrica #Africa #Diaspora #Leadership #Policy #GlobalAffairs #Development #Partnership #ForesightAfrica

@BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @_AfricanUnion

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

🎧 For this special Africa Day episode of the Foresight Africa podcast, host @LandrySigne and Rwandan Amb. to the U.S. @AmbMukantabana discuss U.S.-African relations through a continental lens. Listen: https://t.co/Jsks0EMLL5

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

NEW – Africa Day: Strengthening U.S.-Africa Relations through a Continental Approach

I had the pleasure of sitting down with H.E. @AmbMukantabana, Ambassador of the Republic of #Rwanda to the United States and Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps in Washington, D.C., on Episode 5 of the Foresight Africa podcast, to discuss the future of U.S.-Africa relations through the lenses of the @_AfricanUnion and Africa Day.

As Africa’s role in the global economy continues to expand, strengthening partnerships requires a continental perspective, long-term thinking, and a renewed commitment to mutually beneficial engagement. One idea stood out throughout our discussion: “trade, not aid.”

We explored the opportunities, priorities, and pathways for building stronger partnerships that advance prosperity, investment, innovation, and shared growth.

Read or listen here: https://t.co/6GTlKKAZKB

#ForesightAfrica #AfricaDay #USAfricaRelations #Africa #Leadership #Trade #EconomicDevelopment #Policy #GlobalAffairs #AfricanUnion @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @RwandaInUSA

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

What a beautiful birthday gift! Delighted to share that my latest book, Realizing Africa’s Potential: A Journey to Prosperity (Brookings Institution Press), has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2026 BCA African Business Book of the Year Award, organized by the Business Council for Africa in partnership with the International Finance Corporation, African Business, and BrandComms. The winner will be announced on July 3.

It is an honor to be included among a strong group of authors whose work contributes to important conversations on Africa’s economic future.

Deep gratitude to the judges, collaborators, and everyone who has supported this journey. It is also especially wonderful to hear this news on my birthday.

Learn more about the book here: https://t.co/TwC7FbRwzG

#Africa #AfricanDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #Prosperity #Books #Policy #Brookings #Research #Leadership #DevelopmentFinance

@BrookingsPress @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @AfricanBizMag @brandcomms @Bcafrica1

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Denny Kalyalya, Governor of the Central Bank of #Zambia, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund for a new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast.

As Africa navigates an increasingly complex global environment, we explore how monetary policy is adapting to overlapping shocks—from geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures to broader global uncertainty—and what it will take to safeguard macroeconomic stability.

The discussion highlights a key challenge for policymakers: balancing resilience with agility, strengthening monetary frameworks while navigating external volatility and seizing emerging opportunities.

Read or listen here: https://t.co/5UQqaXKa3C

#ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @WorldBankAfrica @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @WorldBankGroup @IMFNews

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

I had the distinguished pleasure of sitting down with the prominent United States Congressman, the Honorable @GregMeeksNYC, for a new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, to be released in June.

Congressman Meeks represents New York’s Fifth Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives and serves as Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, after previously serving as Chairman of the Committee. He is also a member of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Our conversation explored the role of Congress in shaping U.S.-Africa relations and the future of engagement between the United States and the African continent.

The conversation was truly extraordinary—insightful, forward-looking, and deeply enriching—and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. Stay tuned for the release in June!

#ForesightAfrica #USAfrica #Congress #Africa #ForeignPolicy #Brookings #GlobalAffairs @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird