Germany's New Africa Strategy: Shaping a Sustainable Future

Overview

In January 2023, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) unveiled its new Africa Strategy, outlining key priorities for German development cooperation with African partner countries.

Priority Areas

The strategy focuses on areas such as: * Social and environmental transformation * Renewable energies * Local food processing * Intra-African trade * Access to education and healthcare

Sustainable Economic Development

The BMZ aims to promote sustainable economic growth through investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and education.

Overcoming Poverty

Germany will continue to support poverty reduction efforts through programs focused on health, education, and food security.

Health

Germany prioritizes improving healthcare systems in Africa, focusing on access to essential services, disease prevention, and pandemic preparedness.

Gender Equality

The strategy seeks to promote gender equality and women's empowerment in all areas of development cooperation.

Reciprocal Partnerships

Germany emphasizes reciprocal partnerships with African countries, acknowledging the continent's growing importance and role in global affairs.

Key Points

* The strategy aligns with the German government's Africa policy guidelines. * Germany will focus on supporting Africa's development while addressing global challenges such as climate change and inequality. * The strategy includes measures to enhance the effectiveness and visibility of German development cooperation. * The BMZ will prioritize partnerships with the private sector to drive local investment.

Additional Information

* [Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention's Mpox Strategy](https://africacdc.org/mpox-response/) * [Africa Media Review](https://africamediareview.com/) * [BMZ's Africa Strategy](https://www.bmz.de/en/publications/africa-strategy-shaping-the-future-with-africa/)