Posts by AfriCatalyst
Press Release: Scaling debt-for-climate swaps to finance Climate Action
At the event, top African experts call for more innovation, partnerships and government reforms to unlock billions in climate finance. With Africa requiring over $300 billion annually for climate adaptation,…
Read MoreExperts call for concessionary financing to help Africa build resilience and boost economic growth
AfriCatalyst, an-Africa based global development advisory firm, has developed a practical guide to inform policymakers and domestic stakeholders about the RSF’s key features, eligibility criteria, and objectives. With financial, health…
Read MoreStakeholders Seek Concessional Financing In Africa
Some stakeholders have called for urgent concessionary financing to help Africa build resilience against shocks and boosts its economic growth. They said this was crucial, especially with financial, health and…
Read MoreG20 must push relief to avoid debt crises – experts, campaigner
Wealthy nations must improve their floundering flagship debt relief initiative or face a spate of debt crises in the developing world, experts and campaigners say as a meeting of finance…
Read MoreWhat the strong dollar means for Americans
The U.S. dollar is getting stronger amid a global battle with high inflation. Americans are getting less bang for their buck at home, but a stronger dollar makes foreign goods…
Read MoreInternational forum brings world security leaders to Dal with post‑COVID era top of mind
The Halifax International Security Forum held its annual Public Panel at Dalhousie University in partnership with Saint Mary’s University on November 18, the precursor to one of the world’s preeminent…
Read MoreWhat Did the Paris Summit Deliver for Africa and What’s Next?
Africa continues to face daunting challenges arising notably from high indebtedness, inflationary pressures, financing shortages, climate change, stagflation, and geopolitical tensions. Although the continent contributes the least to CO2 emissions,…
Read MoreThe African Union Should Prepare Now for G20 Membership
As more countries call for the AU to be granted full membership, African leaders must reach a consensus on economic issues, devise a clear plan for reforming the global financial…
Read MoreWhy financial inclusion still matters to Africa
Financial exclusion is hurting Africa’s prosperity hopes. Currently, 40% of the continent’s population remains unbanked, while around 90% of financial transactions are cash-based. Advancing digital financial services and identity infrastructure…
Read MoreTowards Africa Climate Week: Expectations and Key Issues
The anticipation is palpable. The hope is credible. Growing up in the harsh, remote regions of Southern Somalia, Noor Mohammed is used to frequent bouts of droughts. She vividly remembers…
Read MoreExplainer: What you need to know about the Africa Climate Week
After months of anticipation and careful planning, the D-Day has finally arrived. Beginning Monday, September 4th, 2023, leaders from governments, businesses, multilateral partners, international organizations, and civil society will come…
Read MoreInvesting in green bonds to bridge climate inequalities
Experts suggest that Green Bonds could be the perfect solution to address the pressing need for increased climate investment in Africa. Developing nations, disillusioned by broken promises from wealthier countries…
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