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Registrations still open for #COM2026 here: indico.un.org/event/1021509/ Theme: Growth through innovation: harnessing data & frontier tech for Africa’s Economic Transformation 28 March-3 April, 2026  Tangier, Morocco More: uneca.org/eca-events/cfm…

He also emphasized the value of nuclear regionalism. Power interconnection could save $660B in CAPEX by 2040, $42B in @SAPP_News, & cut outages by 50% in #WestAfricanPowerPool—through scale, liquidity & cost-sharing.

At #ICONE2026, ECA’s Yohannes Hailu highlighted the economics of nuclear energy dev in Africa. With countries facing up to 4x higher cost of capital, new financing models, SMR tech, low-carbon finance & industrial localization are opening pathways for first-of-a-kind projects.

Excellent meeting with @RachelKyte3, the UK Special Envoy on Climate, and the UK Ambassador. As a key partner for 🇪🇹 Ethiopia's #COP32 prep, @ECA_OFFICIAL is ready to align with the UK’s hosting legacy and negotiation expertise to help deliver a successful, historic COP32.

A message is on its way… ✉️ A legacy about to be sealed. Stay tuned for the reveal. 👀✨ #COM26 #ComemorativeStamp #ComingSoon #Tangier #UNECA

ECA’s Director of the Tech, Innovation, Connectivity & Infrastructure Division, Robert Lisinge met with William D. Magwood, DG of @OECD_NEA, to explore collaboration on regional nuclear energy analysis. Strengthening evidence-based insights will better support member States.

2/2 Africa’s experience through PIDA in advancing regional energy projects, especially joint hydropower—offers a strong foundation. This model can support nuclear energy development through shared planning, capacity-building & resource mobilization.

1/2 Rising electricity demand, energy security needs & reliable baseload are driving Africa’s interest in nuclear energy technology. At #ICONE2026, ECA’s Robert Lisinge highlighted that innovative financing is key to unlocking these investments.

🇲🇦We’re partnering with @PYU_UPJ to host a Youth Town Hall with our ES @ClaverGatete. 📍Tangier 🗓️31 March Join the discussion to share ideas & solutions for digital transformation, innovation & job creation across Africa. Register: indico.un.org/event/1021509/ #COM2026 #IdeasToAction

ECA is introducing a new health initiative at #COM2026 in Tangiers. Side event on 1 April: Health‑sovereign investment & innovative finance. Aboubakri Diaw, Chief of Staff: “Africa needs to stop looking at health from a social expenditure perspective.” Health = Economic power.

Africa’s health financing is under strain. In 2022, $145B covered just 41% of spending, while out-of-pocket costs pushed 150M+ into poverty. Convened by @ECA_OFFICIAL, the #InvestInHealthAfrica high-level Forum is shaping solutions. Register here : indico.un.org/event/1021509/

Insights from #ABF2026 show how tech and innovation can drive youth jobs & shape priorities for #COM2026. Now it’s about action—digital transformation for opportunity, inclusion, & sustainable growth. Join us in Tangier or follow online. #YouthJobs #Innovation #SustainableGrowth

ECA Socio‑Economic Devpt Division is hosting an expert meeting in Addis Ababa on how youth policies can drive decent jobs & entrepreneurship. Participants from IGAD countries, academia and youth groups are sharing insights to inform an ECA study on expanding youth livelihoods.

Got a practical solution for Africa’s development? Submit your proposal to the SDG‑STYIP Impact Labs - focusing on water, energy, industry, cities & partnerships. Deadline: 6 April 2026 🔗 uneca.org/eca-events/arf… #SDGSTYIPIMPACTLABS #SDGAction #AfricaAgenda2063 #DrivingSolutions

The SDG‑STYIP Impact Labs are here! Bringing partners together to accelerate SDG implementation, strengthen collaboration, and scale practical solutions across Africa. #SDGSTYIPIMPACTLABS #SDGAction #AfricaAgenda2063 #UNECA #DrivingSolutions

Working together as UN family and leveraging partnerships on the African continent, we can address many of the challenges affecting our member states.

“As we embark on the new Cooperation Framework 2026–2030, we must leverage our collective expertise to navigate today’s complex global environment and deliver integrated solutions for the development of Africa” – ES @claverGatete at the UNCT South Africa Anual Retreat.

ES @claverGatete held fruitful discussions with @UNEthiopia UNCT. The discussions underscored the importance of strengthening @UN system collaboration, which is key to supporting Ethiopia in delivering an ambitious and successful #COP32

The forthcoming @ECA_OFFICIAL Economic Report on Africa calls for #innovation‑driven growth to accelerate the continent’s structural transformation. Technology, productivity, & entrepreneurship will be key to driving Africa’s future. More: tinyurl.com/9bjb23hx #ERA2026 #Africa

2/2 ...Ils ont discuté de la manière dont les rôles fondamentaux de la CEA en tant que groupe de réflexion, lieu de mobilisation et pilier opérationnel peuvent contribuer au travail de l'Équipe de pays des Nations Unies dans les pays membres africains.

1/2 Visite de courtoisie du nouveau Coordinateur résident des Nations Unies en Éthiopie, M. Ozonnia Ojielo, au Secrétaire exécutif @claverGatete...