Roundtable Invitation only A vision for Niger’s development and evolving regional role HE Mohamed Bazoum, president of the Republic of Niger discusses his vision for Niger’s development and long-term democratic consolidation.
Panel Online Innovation and inclusion: Policy priorities for Zimbabwe’s informal economy At this event, speakers discuss the informal economy in Zimbabwe, including the impact of COVID-19 on the sector and how to improve exchanges between formal and informal sectors
Perspectives on Ethiopia’s 2021 elections Panellists discuss the election landscape in Ethiopia and expectations ahead of the polls, providing perspectives on the priority issues and interests in several regions and on the future of Ethiopia’s democratic transition.
Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: Protecting civilians and delivering humanitarian assistance Reflecting on the humanitarian crisis in Tigray, panellists discuss current relief efforts, measures to ensure civilian protection, and impediments to scaling-up assistance in the region.
Next Generation Nigeria: Youth Engagement in Governance Speakers discuss how young people engage in shaping governance in Nigeria, routes to influence, barriers to overcome, and their ideas for improvement.
Kenya’s National Unity and Regional Integration: Challenges of Inclusion, Growth and Change HE William Ruto, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya, reflects on the challenges of managing change in a diverse country, and the outlook ahead for both Kenya and the wider region.
Next Generation Nigeria: Youth, Opportunity and Governance for the Future Samson Itodo discusses the potential of, and challenges facing, Nigeria’s young people.