Kouassi Yeboua | ISS Africa

Realistic reductions in gender inequality could produce a US$259 billion larger economy in 2043 than current path forecasts.

But sanctions aren’t enough – the AU and states must tackle root causes, including electoral fraud and service delivery failure.

As another food crisis looms, failure to protect the vital agricultural sector against climate hazards will be disastrous.

With aggressive but reasonable policy interventions, Nigeria could have a significantly brighter future.

The country is far from reaching its SDGs by 2030, but hardline policy interventions could deliver development.

International bond markets offer a ready funding stream but could increase debt vulnerabilities if not properly managed.

Rapid population growth and increasing water scarcity will test all aspects of Egypt’s economic development.

The region is a vital geostrategic site and one of the world’s most challenging regions for security and development.

After years of stagnation, Tshisekedi’s ‘sacred union’ could transform the country’s prospects through five sectoral policy choices.

Specific sectoral improvements could help the DRC realise its potential as a driver of economic growth in Africa.

The future of Africa will depend on its ability to use the industrialisation opportunity presented by the AfCFTA.

In the wake of COVID-19, a strategy to understand and reverse this growing trend is urgently needed.