Africa Reset

A New Way Forward

Edited by Dr. Theodore Ahlers and Dr. Harinder S. Kohli

This book assesses the challenges and provides concrete policy recommendations that can be taken by Africa's leaders and citizens in the key areas to reset their economic trajectory, achieve their desired convergence, and meet the aspirations of their people.
This work combines analytical work from other regions, particularly from Asia and compares key indicators in key policy areas for Africa and Asia to draw lessons for the future

Africa Reset

A New Way Forward

Edited by Dr. Theodore Ahlers and Dr. Harinder S. Kohli

Description

Charting a renewed course for Africa, this work looks at the immediate challenges resulting from the global changes and the priority medium-term policy agenda essential to achieve the long-term aspirational vision for the continent till 2065. It maintains a balance between recognizing the challenges Africa faces and putting forth a strategic agenda for exploiting these opportunities, thereby also presenting the possible cost of missing the opportunities. Emphasizing on what can be seen as the two important priorities for Africa-creating quality jobs and eradicating extreme poverty through inclusive economic growth-this study provides policy recommendations to reset the economic trajectory and achieve the desired convergence of Africa.

Africa Reset

A New Way Forward

Edited by Dr. Theodore Ahlers and Dr. Harinder S. Kohli

Author Information

Theodore Ahlers, Head of Global Trade and Competitiveness Practice, Centennial Group,Harinder S. Kohli, President and CEO, Centennial Group

Contributors:

Kaisa Alavuotunki
Alden LeClair
Kevin Cleaver
James Bond
Louise Fox
Gregory K. Ingram
Hiroshi Kato
Claudio Loser
Serge Michailof
Ritva Reinikka
Hasan Tuluy
Ieva Vilkelyte