Video Interviews with Experts
In Focus
In case you missed it:
- Relive the actions during the High-level Policy Dialogue at the Africa Dialogue Series 2023, focusing on each sub-theme: ; Growing Middle Class and Continental Import Substitution: Connecting the Dots to Unlock Made in Africa; and Digital Services Trade: Great Potential but Regulatory Frameworks Are Urgent.
- Read the statement of the United Nations Secretary-General at the High-level Policy Dialogue.
Week 1 | Day Two — 9 May
Activities for Day 2 of the second week of the Africa Dialogue Series 2023 consist of two interviews related to the sub-theme "Growing Middle Class and Continental Import Substitution: Connecting the Dots to Unlock Made in Africa." The videos provide complementary perspectives on the role of the private sector and the importance of food security in growing Africa's middle class.
Let's Talk Africa: Josefa Sacko, Commissioner for Rural Economy and Agriculture, African Union Commission
As part of the "Let's Talk Africa" conversation series, the UN Special Adviser on Africa discusses with Her Excellency Ambassador Josefa Sacko, Commissioner for Rural Economy and Agriculture, at the African Union Commission on Africa's work to achieve food security and food sovereignty while tackling challenges related to climate change, conflict, and the lingering COVID-19 pandemic. Food security is key to boosting Africa's middle class.
The role of the Africa Business Council in implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area
Dr. Amany Asfour, President of the Africa Business Council, discusses the role of the pan-African entity she leads, including in supporting young people, women and small and medium enterprises in strengthening the private sector and ultimately accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).