The wait is nearly over! On 14–15 July 2025, the Policy Center for the New South will host the third edition of the Africa Economic Symposium (AES). Over these two days, leading economists, policymakers, and development practitioners will come together in Rabat, Morocco to explore Africa’s economic challenges and bold opportunities in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Are you ready to engage in the discussions shaping the continent’s future?
 

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW: KEY TOPICS AND DISCUSSIONS

AES 2025 will shine a spotlight on the critical economic levers shaping Africa’s future:

 

  • Monetary Policy Decisions in Times of Uncertainty
    How can central banks balance inflation control with economic growth amid global volatility? This session will explore monetary policy frameworks that can adapt to external shocks.
     
  • Fiscal Policy Challenges: Managing Debt and Development
    Experts will discuss reforms needed to maintain fiscal sustainability while supporting development goals, tackling public finance management, and addressing rising debt levels.
     
  • Beyond Aid: New Frontiers in Development Finance
    What innovative financial tools can Africa leverage to reduce aid dependency and mobilise domestic resources? This discussion will explore emerging instruments such as blended finance and impact investing.
     
  • Central Bank Digital Currencies: A New Financial Frontier
    Can CBDCs drive financial inclusion and transform Africa’s financial systems? The session will assess opportunities and challenges around the adoption of digital currencies.
     
  • AfCFTA at a Crossroads: Integration Amid Fragmentation
    The African Continental Free Trade Area remains vital to regional unity. How can it adapt to geopolitical challenges and deepen economic integration?
     
  • Economic Corridors as Engines of Growth
    What role do transnational infrastructure corridors play in boosting trade, investment, and regional cooperation? The session will examine key corridor projects and their impact.
     
  • Presentation of the PCNS Annual Report on the African Economy
    The report highlights the transformative potential of regional economic communities in driving integration and inclusive growth across Africa.

MEET THE SPEAKERS OF AES 2025!

Meet the brilliant minds behind Africa’s economic discourse, from leading policymakers to influential thinkers whose insights drive progress. Explore the diverse voices shaping strategies for a resilient future, and discover the speakers of the Africa Economic Symposium.

STAY CONNECTED

Whether attending in person or following online, AES 2025 offers a space for serious reflection and collective visioning.
 

 

In the coming days, we will be sharing updates, including spotlight interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and thematic briefings
 

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