Nicole Ntungire

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

"Social media can be a powerful tool for policymakers looking to increase the political and economic participation of young people who make up the majority of Africa’s growing population." Belinda Archibong writes for #ForesightAfrica https://t.co/0NyGsk2oUK

[Albert Zeufack @AlbertZeufack]

Thrilled to have contributed this viewpoint on #Inga in the @BrookingsGlobal’s "Foresight Africa 2026" report. Inga can drive Africa’s industry-led growth, inclusive, resilient, and self-determined development.
I feel privileged to have played a role in relaunching this program.

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

How can African nations meet their energy needs without spiraling up their levels of gas emissions? @AhmadouAlyMbaye and Mbayang Thiam consider this question in #ForesightAfrica. https://t.co/uRe5LM0Pkq

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

We're launching our 2026 Foresight Africa report with a discussion on the top priorities and trends that will shape Africa in 2026.

Tune in and submit questions with #ForesightAfrica: https://t.co/svL52IVyb6

[Afrobarometer @afrobarometer]

“Clearly, the basics of development—effective and sustainable poverty reduction—are still on the action agenda and governments must take the necessary steps to address the escalating incidence of poverty.”

Read more in the viewpoint co-authored by our CEO (@joeasunka) and Former Board Chair (@gyimahboadi) for #ForesightAfrica from @BrookingsGlobal: https://t.co/FYvftKBVwm

#VoicesAfrica #GovernmentPerformance #Democracy

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

The United States wants access to critical minerals. Africa wants a strong manufacturing sector. These goals are not at cross-purposes, Vera Songwe and Witney Schneidman explain in @ProSyn: https://t.co/OWZfZwABi7

[Denis Duke Woniala🇺🇬 @DenisDukeUG]

Ladies what's a side effect of giving birth that most people don't really talk about? 🥹🥹

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

Africa holds approximately 30% of the world’s largest mineral reserves. With the critical minerals race ramping up, this is a key time for Africa to press its comparative advantage, writes @maritkitaw for #ForesightAfrica. https://t.co/X1YAVq6Keu

[Brahima S. Coulibaly @BSangafowaCoul]

With the election of the next @AfDB_Group President fast approaching, join us on April 24 for a conversation with the 5 candidates on their vision for the Bank and Africa.

Who will be the next president of the African Development Bank? | Brookings

[The Brookings Institution @BrookingsInst]

“Strengthened implementation systems lie at the heart of better progress for the SDGs, bridging government, science, civil society, and the private sector,” write Homi Kharas and @mcarthur. https://t.co/fJKi8sXgbZ

[The Brookings Institution @BrookingsInst]

"As the impact of the U.S.’s changing approach to Africa during the Trump administration’s second term is as yet unknown, it is important to consider how China may react to U.S. involvement in Africa," writes Yun Sun. https://t.co/2YCpS8lHNT

[Professor Landry Signé @LandrySigne]

Brookings Foresight Africa 2025-2030 (RSVP, limited seats): I am excited to invite you to the launch of our flagship annual report, Foresight Africa: Top Priorities for the Continent, 2025-2030, for which I have the honor of serving as editor-in-chief. Foresight Africa is one of the @BrookingsInst’s most widely read and downloaded reports, renowned for its exceptional global policy impact and contributions from the world’s most influential policymakers, business leaders, civil society advocates, and academics.

Keynotes and fireside chats feature distinguished leaders, including H.E. Duma Boko, President of the Republic of #Botswana; H.E. Édouard Ngirente, Prime Minister of the Republic of #Rwanda; H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, Minister of Minerals and Energy, Republic of Botswana; H.E. Mathilde Mukantabana, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the United States; and Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla), United States House of Representatives.

Join us at the Brookings Institution on January 14, 2025, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST, as we bring together distinguished heads of state, government leaders, and top experts to discuss Africa's roadmap for sustainable and inclusive development.

Seats are limited—please RSVP soon!
Looking forward to seeing you there (or online)!
#africa #ForesightAfrica

Foresight Africa 2025-2030: The road to sustainable and inclusive development https://t.co/pV3Q9mXjiA

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

2024 was a busy year for our scholars. Check out @BSangafowaCoul's end-of-year reflections for the highlights and a look ahead to global economic conditions in 2025 👇 https://t.co/Iizd4Fnylp

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

President Biden heads to Angola this week with the Lobito Corridor as a major item on the agenda. @WitneySchneid gives a brief history of the initiative and breaks down what the trip means for U.S.-Angola commercial relations. https://t.co/3LMIqeBeIt

[Nicole Ntungire @NNtungire]

Although Nigeria spends 10-25% of its GDP on procurement, a significant amount is lost to corruption. This brief suggests reforms to enhance transparency & accountability in 🇳🇬's public procurement as a pathway to growth.
https://t.co/j7MnhJFqwP
@csea_afric @macfound @BudgITng

[UNDP Africa @UNDPAfrica]

Quotable moments 👇

"The honeymoon is over. Countries must move beyond concessional aid to attract investment & trade. To do this, we need to improve credit ratings and mobilize domestic resources."

💬 @claverGatete, Executive Secretary, UNECA

#AfricaCreditRatings #WBGMeetings

[UNDP Africa @UNDPAfrica]

Quotable moments 👇

"Better transparency in credit ratings won’t be a panacea. Structural issues, such as low domestic savings, must also be addressed."

💬 @BSangafowaCoul, Vice President and Director, Brookings Institution

#AfricaCreditRatings #WBGMeetings

[UNDP Africa @UNDPAfrica]

A packed house @BrookingsInst with 500+ attendees in person and online!

Key takeaways:
📊 Need for transparent data & methodologies
🔍 Fair criteria to assess a country's creditworthiness
🛣️ Include long-term development projects in ratings

#AfricaCreditRatings #WBGMeetings

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

African countries are making efforts to better prepare for credit ratings process in order to improve their risk perception.

Great insights shared by African Finance Ministers from #Lesotho #Rwanda & #Ethiopia at our #AfricaCreditRatings event at #AnnualMeetings2024 #WBGMeetings

[UNDP Washington @UNDPDC]

A pleasure to join @UNDPAfrica Director @ahunnaeziakonwa today @BrookingsGlobal for a terrific panel on #AfricaCreditRatings--and why high interest payments cost the continent so much. @UNDP is investing in data, advisory services, and capacity development to ease the burden.