Chinese influence is assured – how should Africa respond?
As China consolidates its role as the dominant external actor in Africa, what does this mean for the continent’s future?
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Three ways for Africa to build back better
How can Africa build back better after Covid-19? Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair highlights three factors that countries should focus on.
African debt isn’t the problem – the global financial system is
A borrower’s club at macro level based on the principles of microfinance could give African countries the fiscal space they need in the wake of Covid-19.
How Africa can self-finance its economic recovery
Covid-19 is hitting the continent hard, but strategies such as asset recycling, continued digitalisation, and stronger regional integration can help ensure that Africa is strong enough to fight back.
Africa needs urgent investment in coronavirus treatments
As wealthy nations make orders to reserve Covid-19 treatments to protect their populations, the developing world risks being left behind.-
When will our governments learn that African lives matter?
Across the world, countries and organisations are getting away with treating Africans as less than human. African governments must do more to protect the lives of their citizens. 
Broadband is as important as building roads, says Ecobank Chairman Alain Nkontchou
Alain Nkontchou was appointed Chairman of Ecobank Transnational Inc in June. In an exclusive interview he discusses the impact of Covid-19 on African economies.
IMF special drawing rights offer Africa a lifeline
African economies, hit simultaneously by Covid-19 and low commodity prices, are facing a deadly liquidity crisis as governments desperately try to shore up crumbling economies. But, as Hippolyte Fofack explains, there is a neat solution to their problems – IMF Special Drawing Rights.
Admassu Tadesse: African economies must redouble efforts to diversify in wake of Covid-19
Trade and Development Bank CEO Admassu Tadesse talks about the impact of Covid-19 on Africa’s economy and the bank’s plans for the future.
Pandemic only strengthens our resolve to support Nigerian MSMEs, says BOI’s Olukayode Pitan
The MD of BOI underlines the bank's commitment to supporting enterprises.