Africa Practice

At Africa Practice, designing and delivering change is about co-creation with the entire ecosystem. Twenty years of delivery experience in Africa has given us unique insight into the levers that drive change. This week, the first cohort of consultants completed our intensive, human-centered, systems-thinking course based on our proprietary "Designing Change" consulting methodology. Our teams are actively implementing this methodology to rewrite the rules, reframe the narrative, and re-engineer the economics of development on the continent. Keen to partner to drive locally led, tangible, and sustainable change? Let’s connect and explore the possibilities 👉 info@africapractice.com Find out more about the course: https://lnkd.in/d_hdKHdY #DesigningChange #DeliveringChange #ConsultingForImpact #Africa Cc Bouheddi Alix, Agwu Ojowu, Victor Kimondo Maina, Eremen Benjamin, Victor P., Blandine Sixdenier, Chuma Mashita, David Albert Michael Amira, Elaine Omwango, Emmanuel Balogun, Gora Diagne, Grace Eshiwani, MPRSK, Hannah Atkins, Helina Ayele Tirfie, Judy Muriuki, Lami Mabifa, Marcus Courage, Natalie Maule, Ngozi Chukura, Nonjabulo Thembeka Gumede, Raphaël SOURT, Noémie Landais, Richard Kiplagat, Rufus Longsdon, Samuel Ayiro, Selina Onyando, Tewodros Sile, Tom Collins, Marie Wilke

🟢 Yesterday at SADC Sustainable Energy Week, Africa Practice CEO Marcus Courage led a discussion on green hydrogen’s potential in the region. The message was clear: SADC has the opportunity to drive a sustainable energy future, but it requires urgent, decisive action. SADC's unique resources and strategic advantages—from cost-effective production to abundant mineral wealth—prime the region for global leadership. The prospect of job creation and industrial diversification is immense. But challenges like water scarcity and unharmonised policies must be addressed head-on. True partnerships, where interdependence trumps dominance, will be key. The time for action is now 🤝 #GreenHydrogen #SADC #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition Cc Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, John Titus, Midas Sekgabo. FStratPS.,  Nicolas Lecomte, Budzanani Tacheba, Siegfried Huegemann, Richard Kiplagat, Fahmida Smith Pr Techni Eng, PMP, RMP 

The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) underscores the urgent need for a just energy transition in Africa. While the mechanism aims to promote decarbonisation, it risks harming African economies if not implemented carefully. Our latest report, in collaboration with ClimateWorks Foundation explores the broader implications of CBAM for Africa and highlights the nine key trends shaping climate philanthropy on the continent. Download the report 👉 https://bit.ly/4b4BczZ #NineKeyTrends #ClimateAction #Africa #Sustainability #Philanthropy #Impact

🌍 We helped to reframe the climate conversation, generating national and global media coverage that reflected the African continent's potential in global climate mitigation efforts. Our work contributed to the Nairobi Declaration, a critical lever for Africa in UNFCCC negotiations.  We are committed to shaping new narratives and advocacy that inspire new directions and create the conditions for impact-led innovation to thrive and scale. Learn how we helped amplify Africa's voice on the world stage: https://bit.ly/3EsNxBS 📥 Find out more about the impact we have had on the continent 👉https://bit.ly/40LC7Az 

We are back with the latest edition of our weekly newsletter, packed with analyses of recent developments across Africa! In this issue, we delve into: 🇸🇳 Senegal's Prime Minister signing a historic peace agreement with rebel group Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance 🇨🇩 DRC implementing a temporary ban on cobalt exports 🗓️ Archives and Memories, a group exhibition running at the Centre for Contemporary Art in Lagos......and much more

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📈 Data governance is no longer just a compliance issue—it’s a core enabler of economic and political power. As Africa builds its digital economy, the choices made around data localisation, cross-border flows, and consumer protection will shape the region’s global standing. What steps should policymakers take to align with global best practices while addressing Africa’s unique realities?  What steps should African governments take to protect citizens' data in this digital age? Share your thoughts in the comments. For a deeper look at data privacy and other key trends, check out this article 👉 https://bit.ly/413GRmo  #AfricaTechTrendWatch #DataPrivacy #Cybersecurity #Africa

A truly prosperous Africa requires building strong, sustainable value chains around its resources, ensuring that refining happens locally and benefits African nations for generations. 🎧 On the latest #VoicesOfAfrica, our CEO Marcus Courage and BloombergNEF's Minerals and Mining Associate Ellie Gomes-Callus explore how responsible development of critical mineral resources can fuel green industrialisation and the clean energy transition, creating a positive feedback loop that strengthens African economies while contributing to a global sustainable future. Give it a listen ▶️ https://bit.ly/4hpPsWp #CriticalMinerals #Africa #Mining #GreenIndustrialisation #ValueAddition #MineralProcessing #GreenTech #CleanEnergy #FutureOfMining

With the news that the Netherlands intends to return stolen artifacts to Nigeria, we're resharing our perspective on the return of looted African artifacts. This development highlights the shifting conversation around repatriation, and we're encouraged by the progress. 🔖 This article by Hannah Atkins and Victor Kimondo Maina offers an insightful examination of the repatriation debate. Give it a read this weekend! 👉 https://bit.ly/4i99nJo #ArtRestitution #Repatriation #CulturalHeritage 

🇿🇦 South Africa is caught in the crossfire of two major global policy shifts that collectively threaten to destabilise already fragile industrial sectors. Senior Consultant Victor P. assesses the potential impacts of the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism coupled with the complexities introduced by the Trump administration 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/3EMTxpe