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Rules of procedure of the governing board of the African institute for the prevention of crime and the treatment of offenders
No full textThe article outlines the meeting protocols of the Governing Board, specifying that it convenes once a year in an ordinary session on a date determined in a prior session. Additionally, extraordinary sessions may be held under specific conditions: at the request of the Chairman in consultation with Board members, upon the request of one-third of the Board members in consultation with the Chairman, or within 45 days of a request from the Conference of Ministers
Mainstreaming trade in national development strategies: an issue paper
No full textThis Issues Paper examines the integration of trade policies into national development strategies to enhance sustainable growth and poverty reduction in African economies. Emphasizing trade as a critical driver of external finance and competitiveness, it underscores the necessity of coherent, cross-ministerial coordination—particularly led by Finance Ministries—to align trade reforms with complementary policies in macroeconomics, regulation, education, and infrastructure. Challenges such as unintended consequences of protectionist measures (e.g., Ghana’s garment tariffs) highlight the complexity of policy design. The paper reviews Africa’s marginal position in global trade and the stalled Doha Development Round, stressing unresolved issues like agricultural subsidies, market access, and special treatment for developing nations. Domestically, addressing bottlenecks in trade finance, capacity building, and fiscal adjustments remains urgent. Regional integration is proposed as a pathway to global market integration, though slow progress on non-tariff barriers, rules of origin, and common external tariffs impedes advancement. The paper concludes that while multilateral cooperation and regional efforts are pivotal, overcoming domestic constraints and prioritizing strategic reforms are essential for Africa to harness trade’s transformative potential
Commerce intrarégional en Afrique centrale : Clés pour une ZLECAF inclusive par le numérique
No full textCette note d’orientation présente donc un aperçu des défis qui se posent au commerce en ligne dans la sous-région et fait également des recommandations pour renforcer son rôle dans la mise en œuvre d’une ZLECAf inclusive en Afrique centrale. Ils sont analysés des opportunités et des défis que représente la Zone de libre-échange continentale africaine (ZLECAf). Les innovations numériques ont apporté une révolution dans le monde du commerce. Cette transformation est particulièrement manifeste dans le secteur du commerce de détail et de services
Fellow research paper
No full textThis study explores the availability and accessibility of Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) focusing on mental health within Southern African workplaces. Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) programmes, particularly those addressing mental health, are critical for enhancing workplace health management. Through semi-structured interviews conducted with 15 employees via Microsoft Teams, the research examines the nature, extent, and effectiveness of these programmes. Findings reveal that mental health interventions are diverse, each with unique advantages and purposes. The study highlights employees' perceptions of these programmes and the support they receive, offering insights into their efficacy in addressing workplace mental health needs. However, the findings are limited to the experiences of 15 participants
Fellowship for Young African Professionals
No full textThis study examines the impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on agricultural trade and welfare in Africa, focusing on tariff elimination and Non-Tariff Measures (NTMs) reduction. Using gravity and general equilibrium analyses, the findings reveal that while both tariffs and NTMs affect agricultural imports, NTMs have a more significant negative impact. Simultaneously eliminating tariffs and streamlining NTMs is projected to boost agricultural exports by 43.38% and imports by 97.46%, with a 1.91% average welfare improvement. However, benefits are unevenly distributed, underscoring the need for targeted policies to support export sectors in less-benefiting countries
Eleventh session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development: summary and key messages
No full textThe document titled "Eleventh session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development: summary and key messages" outlines the discussions and outcomes of the forum held in Kampala, Uganda, from April 9-11, 2025. It emphasizes the importance of sustainable, inclusive, science-based, and evidence-based solutions for driving job creation and economic growth in Africa. Key messages include the need for value addition in various sectors, strengthening domestic resource mobilization, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, improving access to finance, and leveraging partnerships. The forum also highlighted the significance of aligning efforts with the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063 to achieve sustainable development goals
ERA 2025
No full textAfrica stands at a critical juncture in its development, with immense potential driven by a youthful population, rich natural resources, and expanding consumer markets. However, while economic growth has rebounded post-pandemic, it remains below pre-pandemic levels, limiting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), launched in 2021, presents a transformative opportunity to accelerate trade-led integration and drive inclusive, sustainable development. The Economic Report on Africa 2025 (ERA 2025) examines AfCFTA’s implementation, highlighting achievements, challenges, and its potential to reshape Africa’s economic landscape. The report underscores AfCFTA’s role in addressing key challenges such as energy access, food security, industrialization, and digital trade. By fostering intra-African trade, the agreement can reduce commodity dependence, boost manufacturing, and strengthen Africa’s position in global value chains. Additionally, AfCFTA enhances Africa’s resilience amid global economic fragmentation by deepening regional integration and strengthening trade ties with emerging markets. To fully realize AfCFTA’s potential, Africa must undertake strategic investments, implement well-coordinated policies, and pursue structural reforms. If effectively executed, AfCFTA could significantly enhance trade, drive economic diversification, and position Africa as a global growth hub, contributing to the vision of Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want
Allégement de la pauvreté et la conservation de l'environment : Manuel de formation
No full textLe présent document s’agit de la pauvreté et la dégradation d’environnement sont, en Afrique comme partout ailleurs dans le monde en voie de développement, deux phénomènes étroitement interdépendants. En effet, c'est maintenant un fait bien établit que la pauvreté est la cause majeure de la dégradation d’environnement. Le présent manuel a été produit dans l'espoir qu'il contribuera aux efforts en cours des différentes ONG africaines, des communautés et des organisations populaires, à réintroduire la participation des communautés dans l'identification, la planification et la mise en œuvre de solutions aux problèmes de pauvreté et de l'environnement. Dans les chapitres précédents, nous avons débattu longuement de la nécessité d'une forte participation communautaire aux efforts d'allègement de la pauvreté
Rapport de la mission d'études qui s'est rendue en Afrique de l'est et en Afrique Australe pour faire le point de la coopération technique entre pays Africains : enquête portant sur un certain nombre de pays sélectionnes
No full textCe rapport sur la coopération technique entre pays en développement n’est ni exhaustif ni définitif car n'a pas été possible, soit parce qu’on manque de temps, soit parce que les renseignements demandes, n 'ont pas été fournis de procéder à une analyse, détaillée et critique des projets at programme mentionnes. Il présente toutefois un tableau objectif de la question
Equipe spécial des femmes Africaines pour le développement
No full textCe document met en lumière le rôle crucial des femmes africaines dans le développement économique et social. Il présente l'initiative de l'Équipe spéciale des femmes africaines pour le développement, un groupe de bénévoles qualifiés qui apportent leur expertise dans divers domaines tels que l'agriculture, la santé, l'éducation, et le développement communautaire. Le document détaille les modalités de fonctionnement, les conditions de travail, et les avantages offerts aux bénévoles, ainsi que les procédures pour rejoindre l'équipe