Agenda in Focus: Africa

We are at the dawn of a digital revolution that will change almost every part of our lives – jobs, relationships, economies, industries and entire regions.

Africa – largely bypassed by previous industrial revolutions – stands in a unique position to reap the benefits of these changes. Its young and growing population, vast resources and largely untapped markets could provide the foundations for a continent-wide renewal, powered by technological innovations.

Follow our series for insights into what’s being discussed at the World Economic Forum on Africa, and join in the conversation online #af16.

5 things Africa's leaders can do to drive digital growth

Tony Blair: Why Africa’s digital revolution will be powered by partnerships

Highlights of Day One at #AF16

5 women giving Africa’s entrepreneurs a helping hand

What role should business play in promoting LGBT rights in Africa?

5 ways Rwanda is leading on green growth

A brief overview of Africa’s tech industry – and 7 predictions for its future

9 surprising things you probably don’t know about Africa

Why it's time for a new generation of African leaders

From cloud computing to drones, technology is transforming Africa

Topics

How to follow and embed our Africa 2016 meeting

Great leaders aren’t born – they’re made. And Africa is showing us how

How can businesses support mother and child health in Kenya?

Africa’s potential is sky high – and the airline industry is key

These are Africa’s fastest-growing cities – and they’ll make or break the continent

6 reasons to invest in Africa

Menstruation myth: why are African women still paying for it?

5 ways we can make African cities smarter

South Africa has a skills shortage. How do we fix it?

Africa has a new health challenge, and we need a plan to fight it

7 skills every young African should have

Can smart partnerships transform health in Africa?

It’s time for a financial and banking revolution in Africa

70% of Africans make a living through agriculture, and technology could transform their world

4 factors holding back Africa’s small-scale farmers

The world’s 10 youngest populations are all in Africa

Why taxes will be central to Africa’s development

Why people come first in Africa’s digital revolution

3 reasons things are looking up for African economies

Africa’s economies are growing fast – this one skill will ensure that continues

Which are Africa's biggest exports?

In Africa, there can be no digital revolution without women and girls

5 ways universal internet access could transform Africa

How Africa can lead the way in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Could regional integration make Africa the next big economic success story?

Africa doesn’t just need a digital revolution – it needs a cultural one, too

How can Africa master the digital revolution?

Business is booming in Africa - these 5 charts show how

Africa needs to trade with itself – here’s how

Which are Africa’s fastest growing economies?

African farmers need investment – but these 6 factors stand in the way

5 things to know about Rwanda’s economy

Only 20% of Africans use the internet – we must fix this digital poverty now

10 reasons to watch Africa in 2016