Oct 10, 2024 · This piece explores success stories in industrialisation on the African continent, the drivers behind them and the learnings others should follow.

Post-independence governments in Africa pursued industrialisation as a means of economic development in the latter half of the 20th century, but the implemented policies achieved limited …

Jun 3, 2026 · Many African countries have over the years experienced an unprecedented growth rate, partly linked to a “commodity-boom” and partly due to sound economic governance. Nevertheless, …

Nov 19, 2025 · With competitive markets, connected infrastructure, and capable institutions, Africa can become a hub for value-added, job-rich, climate-smart manufacturing. Industrialization still matters …

Addis Ababa, 18 November 2023 (ECA) - African nations can collectively drive industrialization by embracing technological diversity and fostering regional collaboration, researchers at the African …

Nov 24, 2022 · Industrialization is central to Africa’s development prospects. With its young labour force, abundant natural resources and fast-growing internal markets. Africa has the potential to become the …

Africa’s industrialization is lagging behind other developing regions. However, the recent surge in the adoption of industrial policies across various countries of the region demonstrates a growing …

ABSTRACT This paper reviews the past performance of industrialization in Africa and identifies key considerations for policymaking. To date, African countries have lagged in industrialization compared …

Nov 20, 2025 · Africa enters 2025 at a pivotal moment in its development. The ambition to transform the continent’s economies through sustainable industrialization, regional integration, and innovation is...

Mar 29, 2026 · Discover Africa’s manufacturing trajectory to 2043 through different scenarios, with implications for policy priorities.