Supports member States in their endeavor to achieve accelerated job creation, sustained economic growth and prosperity through leveraging the role and resources of the private sector, promoting innovative financing solutions and creating the environment in which private sector investments for agribusiness, energy, infrastructure, and other sectors can become viable.

From ideas to actions for a better AfricaWho we are: Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN's five regional commissions, ECA's mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa's development.Made

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA or ECA; French: Commission économique pour l'Afrique, [2] CEA) was established in 1958 by the United Nations Economic and Social Council to encourage economic cooperation among its member states (the nations of the African continent) [3] following a recommendation of the United Nations General Assembly. [4]

3 天之前 · Africa stands at a critical juncture in its development, with immense potential driven by a youthful population, rich natural resources, and expanding consumer markets. However, while economic growth has rebounded post-pandemic, it remains below pre-pandemic levels, limiting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals …

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) provides data and statistics to support evidence-based policymaking and decision-making in Africa. ECA collects, analyzes, and disseminates data on various economic and social indicators, including population, national accounts, prices, trade, and health. Through its African Centre …

1 天前 · Addis Ababa, 19 March 2025 (ECA) - Implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is not a one-time event but a comprehensive and ongoing process that requires patience, tact and strategic planning - Riyad Mezzour, Chair of the Bureau of African Ministers of Finance and Economic Planning, has explained.

2 天之前 · Your Excellency, Taye Atske Selassie, President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Your Excellency, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Your Excellency, Oluyemi Osinbajo, Former Vice- President of the Republic of Nigeria, Your Excellency, Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the Secretariat of …

3 天之前 · 57TH SESSION OF THE CONFERENCE OF MINISTERS OF FINANCE, PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Theme: Advancing the implementation of the Agreement Establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area: proposing transformative strategic actions Statement By Mr. Claver Gatete

2 天之前 · Addis Ababa, 16 March 2024 (ECA) – The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has stressed the urgent need for a more coordinated regional strategy to achieve food security in Eastern Africa while tackling the enduring challenges of trade barriers.This was emphasized during a side event held at the 57th session of the ECA’s …

3 天之前 · Addis Ababa, 15 March 2025 (ECA) – On the margins of the 57th Session of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), policymakers, business leaders, and development partners gathered to discuss how African businesses can successfully trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) while fostering inclusive growth and decent work.Organized by the United Nations