Professor Landry Signé

What a beautiful birthday gift! Delighted to share that my latest book, Realizing Africa’s Potential: A Journey to Prosperity (Brookings Institution Press), has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2026 BCA African Business Book of the Year Award, organized by the Business Council for Africa in partnership with the International Finance Corporation, African Business, and BrandComms. The winner will be announced on July 3. It is an honor to be included among a strong group of authors whose work contributes to important conversations on Africa’s economic future. Deep gratitude to the judges, collaborators, and everyone who has supported this journey. It is also especially wonderful to hear this news on my birthday. Learn more about the book here: brookings.edu/books/realizin… #Africa #AfricanDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #Prosperity #Books #Policy #Brookings #Research #Leadership #DevelopmentFinance @BrookingsPress @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @AfricanBizMag @brandcomms @Bcafrica1

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Denny Kalyalya, Governor of the Central Bank of #Zambia, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund for a new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast. As Africa navigates an increasingly complex global environment, we explore how monetary policy is adapting to overlapping shocks—from geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures to broader global uncertainty—and what it will take to safeguard macroeconomic stability. The discussion highlights a key challenge for policymakers: balancing resilience with agility, strengthening monetary frameworks while navigating external volatility and seizing emerging opportunities. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @WorldBankAfrica @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @WorldBankGroup @IMFNews

I had the distinguished pleasure of sitting down with the prominent United States Congressman, the Honorable @GregMeeksNYC, for a new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, to be released in June. Congressman Meeks represents New York’s Fifth Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives and serves as Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, after previously serving as Chairman of the Committee. He is also a member of the Congressional Black Caucus. Our conversation explored the role of Congress in shaping U.S.-Africa relations and the future of engagement between the United States and the African continent. The conversation was truly extraordinary—insightful, forward-looking, and deeply enriching—and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. Stay tuned for the release in June! #ForesightAfrica #USAfrica #Congress #Africa #ForeignPolicy #Brookings #GlobalAffairs @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

Delighted to have sat down with the Governor of the Central Bank of #Mauritania, H.E. Mohamed Lemine Ould Dhehby, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund for a timely conversation on how the world’s economic leaders are preparing for the next crisis. At a moment of rising uncertainty, persistent inflationary pressures, geopolitical fragmentation, and increasingly interconnected global shocks, policymakers are navigating a rapidly evolving economic landscape. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, we explore how global policymakers are interpreting today’s economic signals, preserving macroeconomic stability, and preparing for future crises in an era where uncertainty has become the norm. As the global economy faces asymmetric yet interconnected shocks, the conversation highlights a critical imperative: resilience alone is not enough. Policymakers must anticipate multiple scenarios, strengthen institutional preparedness, preserve buffers, and enhance long-term economic resilience. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

Delighted to have sat down with Prof. Kevin Chika Urama, Chief Economist and Vice President of the African Development Bank, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund for a timely conversation on how Africa can build back better from global crises. At a moment of rising uncertainty, geopolitical fragmentation, tightening financial conditions, and accelerating technological change, African countries are navigating increasingly complex global dynamics. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, we explore how African economies can strengthen resilience, accelerate structural transformation, and position themselves for long-term prosperity through strategic policy choices, innovation, and institutional reform. As global shocks become more frequent and interconnected, the conversation highlights a critical imperative: Africa must move beyond crisis management toward proactive transformation—leveraging its human capital, strengthening institutions, mobilizing investment, and shaping its role in the global economy. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @AfDB_Group @WorldBankAfrica @WorldBankGroup @IMFNews @ProfUrama

Given demographic growth, new technology, and infrastructure improvements, Africa’s agriculture sector is ready for investment across the entire value chain, says @LandrySigne. brookings.edu/articles/feedi…

NEW Brookings report: Why do some policy ideas succeed and transform societies while others never move beyond discussion? From economic crises and technological disruption to climate change and geopolitical fragmentation, governments across the world face mounting pressure to prioritize, decide, and deliver. Yet while some ideas rapidly shape public policy, many others fail to gain traction — even when the stakes are extraordinarily high. I am pleased to share my latest report with @BrookingsInst: “From agenda setting to policy adoption: Why some ideas succeed while others fail.” The report examines: • Why some policy ideas gain traction while others stagnate • How leadership, institutions, timing, coalitions, and political incentives shape policy outcomes • Why poor agenda management can undermine governance, public trust, and development outcomes • How evidence, implementation capacity, and stakeholder confidence influence policy adoption • Practical strategies policymakers can use to increase the likelihood of successful policy adoption and delivery In a global environment shaped by technological disruption, economic uncertainty, institutional pressures, and rising public expectations, understanding how transformative ideas become actionable policy has never been more important. At a time when governments and institutions are under growing pressure to deliver tangible results, the intersection of ideas, politics, governance, and implementation has become one of the defining challenges of our era. Read the full report here: brookings.edu/articles/from-… #Brookings #PublicPolicy #Governance #Leadership #PolicyMaking #Institutions #Innovation #Development #GlobalEconomy #Strategy #4IR #Policy #PublicLeadership @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsGov

Excited to have sat down with H.E. @claverGatete, @UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (@ECA_OFFICIAL), during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the @WorldBankGroup and the @IMFNews for a timely conversation on guiding global development through uncertainty. At a time of rising economic fragmentation and shifting geopolitical dynamics, we discuss what it will take to keep global development on track—from key takeaways for policymakers to the signals leaders should be watching, and how to turn today’s commitments into real, measurable impact. From strengthening resilience to delivering results with accountability, speed, and scale, this conversation offers forward-looking insights from a leading voice on Africa’s development agenda. Tune in for a rich and impactful exchange: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #Africa #Leadership #Policy @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

Delighted to have sat down with H.E. the Minister of Digital Economy of #Gabon, @MarkDoumba , during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund for a timely conversation on strategies for success in a changing world. At a moment of rising uncertainty, geopolitical fragmentation, and accelerating technological change, African countries are navigating increasingly complex global dynamics. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, we explore how African economies can position themselves for success through innovation, digital transformation, and strategic policy choices. As global shocks become more frequent and interconnected, the conversation highlights a critical imperative: Africa must move from resilience to proactive transformation—leveraging technology, strengthening institutions, and shaping its role in the global economy. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

Pleased to share my new piece from @BrookingsInst on a critical pillar of #Africa’s future: #transport. As Africa’s economies grow and urbanize, the transport sector will be central to unlocking productivity, competitiveness, and regional integration. Yet, gaps in infrastructure, financing, and coordination continue to constrain progress. This new analysis explores how Africa can build more efficient, resilient, and sustainable transport systems—highlighting the importance of multimodal connectivity, stronger institutions, and innovative financing to meet rising demand. Transport is not just about moving goods and people—it is about enabling opportunity, accelerating trade, and driving inclusive growth across the continent. Read more: brookings.edu/articles/the-f… #ForesightAfrica #Transport #Infrastructure #Africa #Development #Trade #EconomicTransformation #Policy #Leadership @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

Delighted to have sat down with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)’s Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, Alfonso García Mora, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, for a timely conversation on advancing the jobs agenda at scale. At a time when Africa is set to experience the world’s fastest labor force expansion, the central challenge is clear: how do we create quality jobs at scale? In this new Foresight Africa episode, we explore how the IFC is mobilizing private capital, supporting businesses, and strengthening ecosystems to drive job creation—particularly for youth and women. From expanding access to finance for small and medium enterprises to scaling investment in key sectors, the discussion highlights practical pathways to turn opportunity into impact. 🎧Tune in for a forward-looking and solutions-oriented conversation: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Jobs #Development #Africa #PrivateSector #IFC #WorldBank #SpringMeetings #EconomicTransformation #Leadership @BrookingsInst @BrookingsGlobal @WorldBankGroup @World_Bank_Euro @WorldBankAfrica @Thunderbird @IFC_org @IFCAfrica @Diop_IFC

Excited to have sat down with Deputy Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, Ayhan Kose, during the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund—a timely conversation that speaks directly to how we navigate today’s global shocks. At a moment marked by rising geopolitical fragmentation, economic uncertainty, and overlapping crises, global leaders are rethinking the foundations of development and resilience. In this new Foresight Africa conversation, we explore how the global economy can better absorb shocks—and what it will take to keep development on track, especially for Africa. Read and listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #GlobalEconomy #SpringMeetings #WorldBank #IMF #Development #Africa #Policy #Leadership @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

NEW: How the world’s economic leaders are preparing for the next crisis At the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund, I had the pleasure of engaging with leading voices shaping the future of development in an era of rising uncertainty and global shocks. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, I speak with Mohamed Lemine Ould Dhehby, Governor of the Central Bank of Mauritania, on how global policymakers are interpreting today’s economic signals—and preparing for the next crisis. As the global economy faces asymmetric yet interconnected shocks, the conversation highlights a critical takeaway: resilience alone is not enough. Policymakers must anticipate multiple scenarios, preserve buffers, and strengthen long-term preparedness in a world where uncertainty has become the norm. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

NEW: African monetary policy in a new era of global shocks At the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund, I had the pleasure of engaging with leading voices shaping the future of development amid an increasingly complex “polycrisis.” In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, I speak with Dr. Denny Kalyalya, Governor of the Central Bank of Zambia, on how African monetary policy is adapting to overlapping global shocks—from geopolitical tensions to inflationary pressures—and what it will take to safeguard macroeconomic stability. As global uncertainties intensify, the conversation underscores a central challenge: African policymakers must balance resilience with agility, strengthening monetary frameworks while navigating external volatility and seizing emerging opportunities. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird

NEW: Strategies for success in a changing world At the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund, I had the privilege of engaging with global leaders navigating an increasingly complex and uncertain economic landscape. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, I speak with H.E. @MarkDoumba, Minister of Digital Economy of #Gabon, on how African countries can position themselves for success amid shifting global dynamics, through innovation, digital transformation, and strategic policy choices. As global shocks become more frequent and interconnected, the conversation highlights a critical imperative: Africa must move from resilience to proactive transformation, leveraging technology, strengthening institutions, and shaping its role in the global economy. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @WorldBankGroup @IMFNews

REDEFINING GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS IN A FRAGMENTED WORLD Honoured to join the @Thunderbird distinguished panel today at the Barrett & O’Connor Washington Center. We explored the future of global affairs and the critical role of multilateral organisations. Key takeaways: 🇿🇲 IMF & Zambia: Cooperation in debt restructuring as a vital case study. 🤝 New Partnerships: A shift towards private sector-driven collaborations. ⛏️ Mining: DFC supporting investment in Zambia with KoBold Metals to elevate beneficiation. 🛤️ Lobito Corridor: Private sector leadership via AFC transforming regional connectivity. Representing Zambia and Africa alongside fellow experts was a phenomenal opportunity. My thanks to @LandrySigne, @Thunderbird, and @ASU for organising such a timely dialogue.

NEW: How Africa can build back better from global crises At the 2026 Spring Meetings of The World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund, I had the pleasure of engaging with leading voices shaping the future of development. In this new episode of the Foresight Africa Podcast, I speak with Prof. Kevin Chika Urama, Chief Economist and Vice President at the African Development Bank Group, on how Africa can navigate today’s global shocks, and emerge stronger. Read or listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #Africa #GlobalEconomy #Development #SpringMeetings #USAfrica #Policy #EconomicTransformation @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @Thunderbird @WorldBankGroup @AfDB_Group

NEW: 3 insights from the World Bank on navigating global economic shocks At the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, global leaders are grappling with rising geopolitical fragmentation, economic uncertainty, and overlapping crises that are reshaping the global development landscape. In a new Foresight Africa conversation, I speak with Ayhan Kose, Deputy Chief Economist of the World Bank Group and Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, on how the global economy can better navigate these shocks and what it will take to keep development on track. Read and listen here: brookings.edu/articles/fores… #ForesightAfrica #GlobalEconomy #SpringMeetings #WorldBank #IMF #Development #Africa #Policy #Leadership @BrookingsGlobal @BrookingsInst @WorldBankGroup

The conflict in the Middle East is the latest in a series of global economic shocks. At the Spring Meetings, @LandrySigne spoke with leaders from Africa and international financial institutions about how they're sustaining development amid disruption. brookings.edu/articles/how-t…