Discussion | African Outlook: Geopolitics, Localization, and Ownership

Discussions about Africa’s role in the international system often emphasize its vast natural resources, foreign trade, investments, and the influence of global powers. However, the focus needs to shift towards capturing authentic African perspectives on democracy, governance, economic reform, and civil society. How does Africa position itself in global geopolitical and economic affairs? What are its aspirations, and how can it capitalize on emerging opportunities in an increasingly multipolar world? What does Africa want, and where does it aspire to belong?

SPEAKERS:

• Margaret Nyambura Ndung‘u, ICT Cabinet Secretary, Kenya
• Aisha Dabo, Coordinator, AfricTivistes, Senegal/The Gambia
• Josephine Sanny, Director of Communications, Afrobarometer, Ghana
• Thierno Balde, Chair, Research Institute on Democracy and Rule of Law, Guinea

MODERATOR:

• Andrea Ngombet, Founder and Executive Director, Sassoufit Collective, Member, Program Council, Forum 2000 Foundation, Republic of the Congo/Canada