Carlos Lopes: Guinea is not a pig or a fowl, rather a country about to take-off Published by Carlos Lopes on 6 December 2017 With progress in macroeconomic indicators, sustainable sovereign debt included, the country is feeling the new business climate.
Giving wings to Africa’s regional integration Published by Carlos Lopes on 21 September 2016 Though Africa is home to 15% of the world’s population, it accounts for less than 3% of its total air traffic.
Are Africans ready for their future? Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 June 2015 “Day in, day out, we struggle to contain any bad news that might perturb a new, robust narrative that will reaffirm the new Africa,” writes Carlos Lopes.
African trade policies have to match its industrialisation imperative Published by Carlos Lopes on 17 April 2015 Without diversified economies, Africa will remain prone to exogenous shocks, with high levels of unemployment and extreme poverty.
Why it’s time for Africans to eat local Published by Carlos Lopes on 6 January 2015 Africans are eating like the rest of the world, but what they are eating isn’t necessarily good for them.
Creativity is the new money in Africa Published by Carlos Lopes on 20 August 2014 While there is clearly no shortage of talent in the continent, Africa has been relatively poor in profiting from it.
Cameroon must roar: at a 7% minimum Published by Carlos Lopes on 12 August 2014 I am convinced Cameroon can do much better economically.
How under-nutrition affects Africa’s projected economic rise Published by Carlos Lopes on 21 July 2014 One of the pillars of the projected good economic performance of Africa over the next decades will be its labour force.
Manufacturing pharmaceuticals: An untapped opportunity Published by Carlos Lopes on 4 July 2014 To be able to generate wealth and give its future generations a chance, Africa must take ownership of its health.
Busting the myths about industrialisation in Africa Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 February 2014 Africa’s need to aggressively pursue the industrialisation path has become more compelling.
How can African countries capitalise on the current geopolitical changes? Published by Carlos Lopes on 21 October 2013 “The once dominant influence of the West is diminishing and it will have to metamorphose a new relationship with Africa.”
Africa can invent: Leapfrogging in unsuspected areas Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 September 2013 African countries need to increase spending on research in order to grow innovation.
Counting matters! Statistics are the backbone of proper planning Published by Carlos Lopes on 6 September 2013 Outdated and incorrect data can skew perceptions about Africa’s growth.
Can trade make a difference in Africa? Published by Carlos Lopes on 14 August 2013 Africa’s economic power is growing, and trade can significantly aid sustainable development.
