Africa Industrialization Day

This high-level UNGA80 side event, co-convened by the Government of Italy, alongside the governments of Egypt and Kenya, Mozambique and UNDP, will highlight bold strategic partnerships reimagined with Africa and the private sector for sustainable development in countries. Africa stands at a transformative crossroads, with over 60% of its population under 25 , positioning the continent as a global leader in the digital and AI era . Beyond enhancing service delivery, digital and AI offers a powerful catalyst for business innovation, market growth, and inclusive economic prosperity. Drawing inspiration from Enrico Mattei's legacy—whose vision shaped the Italy-Africa Mattei Plan through mutually beneficial global cooperation—Italy and its partners are pioneering an ambitious, future-oriented model of collaboration with Africa and the private sector. Related Sites and Documents:  Concept note Bridging the Gaps and Co-Creating the Digital Future - AI Cooperation with Africa wi...

Unstoppable Africa stands as the leading African-convened business forum outside the continent. Hosted by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union, the event will take place on 21-22 September 2025 on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Agenda: Address: Appreciations and the Road Ahead Closing Panel: Unstoppable Africans: Diamond Session with the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ms. Amina J. Mohammed *** "The BIG Push: Africa Shapes the Markets" is the theme for Unstoppable Africa 2025 Key topics include: Building African-led global partnerships Maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for regional trade and value chains Strengthening digital and technological innovation Driving self-sufficiency in key industries Positioning Africa as a global investment hub Investing in education and skills development Supporting the creative sector The message is...

Unstoppable Africa stands as the leading African-convened business forum outside the continent. Hosted by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union, the event will take place on 21-22 September 2025 on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Agenda:  Unstoppable Africans: Mr. Silas Adekunle, Inventor and technology entrepreneur Fireside Chat Panel: From Bedroom Beats to Global Streets: How Africa's DIY Hitmakers Are Disrupting the Industry Launch of the GABI Women's Fashion Leader's Business Platform *** "The BIG Push: Africa Shapes the Markets" is the theme for Unstoppable Africa 2025 Key topics include: Building African-led global partnerships Maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for regional trade and value chains Strengthening digital and technological innovation Driving self-sufficiency in key industries Positioning Africa as a global investment hub...

Unstoppable Africa stands as the leading African-convened business forum outside the continent. Hosted by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union, the event will take place on 21-22 September 2025 on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Agenda: Panel: From Grassroots to Glory: Harnessing African Talent to Build a Multi-Billion-Dollar Sports Industry Unstoppable Startups: Lindiwe Mutungamiri, Founder and CEO, eighty-nine *** "The BIG Push: Africa Shapes the Markets" is the theme for Unstoppable Africa 2025 Key topics include: Building African-led global partnerships Maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for regional trade and value chains Strengthening digital and technological innovation Driving self-sufficiency in key industries Positioning Africa as a global investment hub Investing in education and skills development Supporting the creative sector The messa...

   Unstoppable Africa stands as the leading African-convened business forum outside the continent. Hosted by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union, the event will take place on 21-22 September 2025 on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Agenda: The Panel of the Future: Homegrown Tech, Global Impact Major Announcement Panel: City Power: How African and US Sub-Nationals are Sparking Private Sector Success Unstoppable African Startup Spotlight. Fireside chat: H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, President of Senegal Panel: Silicon Valley meets Digital Africa. Meta Announcement *** "The BIG Push: Africa Shapes the Markets" is the theme for Unstoppable Africa 2025 Key topics include: Building African-led global partnerships Maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for regional trade and value chains Strengthening digital and technological innovation Driving self-suffi...

Unstoppable Africa stands as the leading African-convened business forum outside the continent. Hosted by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union, the event will take place on 21-22 September 2025 on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Agenda: Welcome by MCs Unstoppable Africans: Ms. Kirsty Coventry, President, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Panel: Trade Winds of Change: Africa's New Agency in Global South Alliances Strive for Africa's AI: Strive Masiyiwa and Global Leaders share their vision for Africa's AI Future Panel: The Art of Dealmaking And The Power of Networking To Connect African Business to the World *** "The BIG Push: Africa Shapes the Markets" is the theme for Unstoppable Africa 2025 Key topics include:Building African-led global partnerships Maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for regional trade and value chains Strengthenin...

  This Action Plan aims to pave the way for the circular economy journey for the African continent through actions that are based on a well-founded understanding of the different characteristics and contexts present across the regions . It includes goals and actions for sectors which are relevant for all regions — although depending on a region or country’s specific situation, some might be more relevant at this point in time. However, tackling them represents an important step towards a more circular economy that should be taken at some point. Naturally, a continental document cannot be as concrete as a national document. Hence, the high-level goals and actions presented in this Circular Economy Action Plan require dedicated initiatives and intentional collaboration of the African Union Commission (AUC), the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) as well as AU Member States to ensure translation to the local level.  Understanding of circular economy  The concept of circula...

The African Women in Processing (AWIP) Forum is the African Union’s premier continental platform for advancing women’s participation in industrialization and trade . It serves as a space for policy dialogue, knowledge exchange, innovation showcasing, and strengthening cross-border value chain linkages, while enhancing access to finance, markets, and investment opportunities for women entrepreneurs . Since its inception, the Forum has been successfully convened in Niamey (2022), Cairo (2023), and Addis Ababa (2024) each edition amplifying the visibility of women entrepreneurs and fostering connections with governments, investors, financial institutions, and development partners to scale up women-led enterprises. The 4th Edition of the AWIP Forum , to be held under the theme “ Accelerating the Development of Women-Led Industrial Parks for an Inclusive Transformation under the AfCFTA ,” will build on these achievements by focusing on the establishment of women-led industrial parks and ...