In 1987, the Heads of State and Government of the OAU adopted the African Common Position on Africa’s External Debt Crisis, expressing grave concern that Africa’s external debt and excessive debt-service payment significantly hinder the comprehensive execution of...
One of the primary commitments made by Sub-Saharan African institutions following the attainment of independence was to foster peace and stability across the region while actively preventing any unlawful or undemocratic transitions of power. Nevertheless, despite...
The call for unity among Sub-Saharan African nations is not just a historical imperative; it is a powerful opportunity that beckons us toward a brighter future. We must recognize that overcoming political fragmentation, economic isolation, and external dependency is...
Today, Sub-Saharan Africa’s most valuable resource isn’t buried beneath the earth—it lies in its people. However, the potential of generations is being stifled by a critical lack of investment in human capital, which encompasses the skills, education, health, income,...
The Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS, established in 1975, celebrated its 50th anniversary on May 28, 2025. This significant milestone presents a valuable opportunity to assess its accomplishments, challenges, and prospects in three key areas: economic...
The Economic Community of West African States established in 1975 through the Treaty of Lagos stands as a crucial alliance uniting 15 nations (now 12 nations) across West Africa with a dedicated focus on enhancing economic integration within the region. As the years...
Over 500 delegates, comprising Heads of State, Ministers of Finance, Central Bank Governors, development partners, and civil society representatives, assembled in Lomé on 12 May 2025 for the inaugural African Union Debt Conference, under the theme Africa’s...
The political boundaries in Sub-Saharan Africa pose significant obstacles to genuine development, mirroring the colonial economies and political structures that were imposed during that era. These borders, established during the Berlin Conference of 1884-85, were...
In this article, we emphasize the urgent need for solidarity among the nations of Sub-Saharan Africa, shining a light on the common challenges and opportunities that compel us to collaborate more closely than ever before. We examine the profound advantages of unity,...
The concept of path dependence reveals how deeply historical events and long-established institutions shape the potential futures of nations in profound ways. Once these institutions take root, they often set a trajectory that can feel not only predetermined but also...
