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Beyond GABI 2025: Strategic partnerships to propel Africa’s economic growth

Africa’s unstoppable momentum on the world stage showcased its position as a hub of innovation, creativity, and investment.

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Africa and Artificial Intelligence: The promise, the risk, and the path forward

For a continent where 70 per cent of the population is under 30 and which is projected to account for a quarter of the world’s population by 2050, the question is not whether AI will reshape Africa—but how?

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How Zimbabwe’s Renewable Energy Fund is Powering People and Communities

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The Renewable Energy Fund is already proving that every dollar invested can unlock three times more in capital. Zimbabwe is creating a virtuous cycle where clean energy fuels opportunities, and these opportunities fuel growth.

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A pen for a gun – realizing the potential of home-grown school-feeding for peace and security. Click to learn more!

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A series of conversations on Africa's global leadership with Cristina Duarte, Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser of the United Nations Secretary-General on Africa.

Events

Academic Conference on Africa 2025
01 December 2025
Accelerating Africa's Industrialization: High-Level Mobilization for IDDA IV
24 September 2025
Boosting innovation for African MSMEs through Information Communication Technology
04 September 2025
TICAD 9
20 August 2025
Africa Day at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
23 July 2025
Interactive multi-stakeholder dialogue on Africa’s development 2025
21 July 2025

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WHAT WE DO

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OSAA aims to enhance international support for Africa's development and security through its advocacy and analytical work, assist  the Secretary-General in improving coherence and coordination of the UN System support to Africa, facilitate inter-governmental deliberations on Africa at the global level... Find out more »

Vision and Mission

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The Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA) strives for coordinated, effective and sustained UN and international support for Africa’s transformative efforts for inclusive sustainable peace, security, socioeconomic development and justice for all in the continent. Read full vision and mission statement »»

Reports and Publications

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OSAA produces a number of publications within its mandate. These range from mandated Secretary-General’s reports to policy briefs on various issues affecting Africa. The reports provide the research needed for OSAA to carry out its advisory, advocacy, coordination and monitoring roles. Read the reports »

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