Africa’s future is being written today through regional cooperation, economic reimagination, and innovative solutions that honor its rich diversity. Join us as we explore the forces shaping the continent’s path forward, from the political landscape to energy independence and sustainable cities.
 

AFRICA IN FOCUS

Exploring whether Africa’s sub-regions promote unity or deepen divisions, how they address political crises, and the influence of global powers on regional dynamics. The discussion highlights what’s essential for stronger cooperation and how Africa can embrace its diversity while building a shared future.

THOUGHTS FROM THE NEW SOUTH

BRICS in times of tectonic shifts

 

Otaviano Canuto, Bruno Saraiva

 

The original BRICS economies are evaluated against early growth and currency projections, while their current agenda is shaped by a complex geopolitical landscape marked by economic fragmentation and rising challenges for emerging and developing countries... Read more

Africa’s energy future must be written in African Ink

 

Mehmet Öğütçü

 

Africa is emerging as a key player in the global energy transition, with vast renewable resources and critical minerals. But to transform potential into power, the continent must lead with its own vision, prioritizing energy access, value creation, and sovereignty. Highlighting Morocco’s success and the growing strategic interest from global powers, the article calls for a just, Africa-led energy future rooted in innovation, integration, and long-term resilience... Read more

Integrating nature into urban design

 

Ahmed Rachid El-Khattabi

 

As cities grow and climate risks intensify, integrating nature into urban design is no longer optional, it’s essential. Drawing on insights from Professor Mohammed Temsamani’s work in Tangier, the article highlights how nature-based solutions (NbS) like urban forests, green roofs, and restored wetlands, can boost public health, climate resilience, and biodiversity. Tangier’s evolving green spaces show promise, but broader adoption of NbS is key to building sustainable, livable cities for the future... Read more

VOICES OF THE NEW SOUTH

(FR) Strategic perspectives: Mauritania's security challenges

 

In this episode of the APSACO podcast, Dahane Ahmed Mahmoud, Director of the Mauritanian Institute for Strategic Studies, explores Mauritania’s approach to security and stability. At the crossroads of the Maghreb, the Sahel, and the Atlantic, the country relies on territorial governance, intellectual strategies against extremism, and non-alignment diplomacy. A rare look at a little-known national path...Listen

(AR) Tuesday Talk :  Mental health in Morocco realities and challenges

 

This episode explores the growing mental health challenges facing Moroccan youth, highlighted by concerning data from the Economic, Social and Environmental Council. It looks at the institutional gaps, cultural stigma, limited access to care, and the role of media and public policy in creating a more supportive environment... Watch
 

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