He urged governments to adopt sustainable funding strategies for resilient health systems.
Mr Gatete reaffirmed that through such internal reviews and renewed collaboration, the ECA remains focused on delivering tangible results that drive inclusive growth.
The United Nations Development Programme says global uncertainty over wars can lead to diminished investments critical for Africa’s growth.
Ms Eziakonwa said, “Africa should present itself as a continent that thrives and upholds the spirit of common humanity.’’
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has restated its commitment to leveraging innovation and technology for sustainable development.
The initiative is titled “Advancing Africa’s Electricity Reform Agenda Towards Increased Private Sector Participation in Clean Energy Infrastructure.’’
The ECA boss said about 70 per cent of the population in Africa are young people and that by 2030, 42 per cent of the global youth will be from the continent.
ECA has advised countries to broaden their national tax base to deepen their domestic resource mobilisation.
The economic growth in Africa is projected to remain weak, increasing from an average of 3.3 per cent in 2023 to 3.5 per cent in 2024.
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has called for inclusive policies to support women and youth entrepreneurs to accelerate African trade development.
