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Paul Jarvis, in his book Company of One, opens with a provocative question: why do we equate success with perpetual growth? He cites Ricardo Semler, CEO of Semco Partners, who quips that “growing bigger” is less of a strategy and more of a desire If Oxford University excels with one campus, why isn’t it  expanding […]

A Trade War in the Making? Donald Trump has returned to the presidency of the United States with a renewed focus on aggressive trade policies and economic nationalism. His latest target? BRICS, the rapidly expanding coalition of emerging economies. He has threatened a 100% tariff on BRICS nations if they move forward with plans to

For nearly three decades, The Gambia has grappled with the specter of unrealized potential. The early 1990s marked a moment of optimism, with the launch of Vision 2020, a bold framework that sought to transform the country into a middle-income nation by the dawn of the 21st century. Its ambitions were vast but achievable: economic

On the coast of The Gambia, Mariam weaves intricate baskets for tourists who flock to the country’s white sandy beaches. Her craft is admired globally, yet her business struggles to expand. High transaction fees and delays in international payments prevent her from reaching new markets. Meanwhile, Abdou, a fisherman in Tanji, dreams of upgrading his

African youth and women are becoming powerful agents of change, leading movements that are reshaping the continent’s future, write Ebrima Faal. Africa is home to one of the youngest populations in the world. The continent has a median age of just 18.8 years and over 60 per cent of its people are under 25. In 2020, the continent’s population

Africa’s trade landscape is experiencing a dramatic transformation driven by digital innovations. These advancements hold immense promise to address the long-standing barriers faced by the continent’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). SMEs are crucial to Africa’s economic engine, but they often struggle with access to finance, maintaining quality standards, and navigating logistical challenges.  Ebrima Faal

The Gambia’s housing crisis is holding the country and its citizens back. Merging innovative financing with regulatory changes can stimulate cross-sector cooperation and help ensure sustainable, accessible homeownership across the country, writes Ebrima Faal. The Gambia is facing a critical housing shortage, with a deficit of 128,874 units that disproportionately affects the country’s most vulnerable citizens. This

Blended finance and Public Private Partnerships are powerful tools for unlocking affordable housing and empowering communities in Africa, writes Ebrima Faal. Millions of people across Africa lack a safe and secure home, a fundamental human right essential for well-being and dignity. According to the Centre for Affordable Housing Finance, the continent faces a massive housing deficit of

Search for: Ebrima Faal January 2nd, 2024 Africa’s future beyond 2024 demands unapologetic and resolute leadership 0 comments Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Africa’s leadership landscape is a constellation of stories, encompassing triumphs and tribulations, visionary leadership and struggles against historical legacies and contemporary challenges. Amidst this intricate mosaic, the path to a prosperous and