Bertrand Assamoi, MBA, PMP

This report provides the essential guidelines for advancing a circular economy in Africa. The non-prescriptive guidelines were informed by deep dives into the opportunities for a circular economy and the challenges and critical enablers in advancing a circular economy on the continent.

This report assesses the progress on the delivery of African countries' adaptation and mitigation targets in the NDCs and provides policy recommendations on accelerating the scale and reach, ahead of COP27 in Egypt.

This report looks at the potential benefits of tackling air pollution and climate change together in four cities: Cairo, Lagos, Johannesburg and Accra. Our analysis maps the health, economic and climate impacts of increasing air pollution along a “business as usual” growth path. It then contrasts this trajectory with an alternative scenario in which cities implement clean air measures as they grow, such as upgraded public transport, cleaner cookstoves, and greener industrial technology and… Show more

This report looks at the potential benefits of tackling air pollution and climate change together in four cities: Cairo, Lagos, Johannesburg and Accra. Our analysis maps the health, economic and climate impacts of increasing air pollution along a “business as usual” growth path. It then contrasts this trajectory with an alternative scenario in which cities implement clean air measures as they grow, such as upgraded public transport, cleaner cookstoves, and greener industrial technology and energy. The findings suggest that similar gains could be achieved in other major cities experiencing exponential growth across Africa. Show less

The UNFCCC COP26 was dubbed, “the last chance to save the Planet”. To amplify the African voice at COP, the Status of NDC implementation in Africa Report aims to inform stakeholders, African leaders and development partners on critical actions to get Africa steadily on course to deliver its Paris Agreement commitments. The publication presents a strong narrative on the pathway to raising African NDCs ambition and implementation, mapping out climate finance flows (both for mitigation and… Show more

The UNFCCC COP26 was dubbed, “the last chance to save the Planet”. To amplify the African voice at COP, the Status of NDC implementation in Africa Report aims to inform stakeholders, African leaders and development partners on critical actions to get Africa steadily on course to deliver its Paris Agreement commitments. The publication presents a strong narrative on the pathway to raising African NDCs ambition and implementation, mapping out climate finance flows (both for mitigation and adaptation) and investment strategy options to accelerate scaling up of NDC interventions; conveying the message of a continent with great potential to reach net-zero emissions and climate resilience in the timelines proposed by the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Sixth Assessment Report if the correct measures are secured. Show less

This report identifies the circular economy baseline, market gaps and opportunities existing in Africa. The research objective was to inform the development of robust interventions and programmes to guide the African Circular Economy Alliance’s (ACEA) interventions in its regional member countries. The Alliance is a government-led coalition of African nations with a mission to spur Africa’s transformation into a circular economy that delivers economic growth, jobs and positive environmental… Show more

This report identifies the circular economy baseline, market gaps and opportunities existing in Africa. The research objective was to inform the development of robust interventions and programmes to guide the African Circular Economy Alliance’s (ACEA) interventions in its regional member countries. The Alliance is a government-led coalition of African nations with a mission to spur Africa’s transformation into a circular economy that delivers economic growth, jobs and positive environmental outcomes. Show less

This edition on the G5 Sahel region consolidates trends with a view to identifying multi-layered responses to COVID-19 in the region. It provides an overview of the epidemiological trends across the region and a reflection on how COVID-19 is impacting governance indicators as well as peace and security trends in the Sahel region. The report concludes a set of recommendations for consideration by the African Union, Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention… Show more

This edition on the G5 Sahel region consolidates trends with a view to identifying multi-layered responses to COVID-19 in the region. It provides an overview of the epidemiological trends across the region and a reflection on how COVID-19 is impacting governance indicators as well as peace and security trends in the Sahel region. The report concludes a set of recommendations for consideration by the African Union, Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolutions (RECs/ RMs) and Member States. It is hoped that the information contained in this brief will enhance our collective understanding of the unfolding consequences in the G5 Sahel region and provide the foundation of relevant multidimensional interventions to address this crisis of humanity. Show less

This edition on the G5 Sahel region consolidates trends with a view to identifying multi-layered responses to COVID-19 in the region. It provides an overview of the epidemiological trends across the region and a reflection on how COVID-19 is impacting governance indicators as well as peace and security trends in the Horn of Africa. The report concludes a set of recommendations for consideration by the African Union, Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention… Show more

This edition on the G5 Sahel region consolidates trends with a view to identifying multi-layered responses to COVID-19 in the region. It provides an overview of the epidemiological trends across the region and a reflection on how COVID-19 is impacting governance indicators as well as peace and security trends in the Horn of Africa. The report concludes a set of recommendations for consideration by the African Union, Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolutions (RECs/ RMs) and Member States. It is hoped that the information contained in this brief will enhance our collective understanding of the unfolding consequences in the Horn of Africa and provide the foundation of relevant multidimensional interventions to address this crisis of humanity. Show less