In this episode, Gerold discusses the crucial role of education and entrepreneurship in unlocking opportunities for youth in Southern Africa. The conversation explores innovation ecosystems in the region and the importance of collaboration between entrepreneurs and policymakers to foster growth. Gerold shares his vision for creating a dynamic and sustainable entrepreneurial landscape that empowers young people and drives long-term economic development in Southern Africa.
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179:00 am November 2026In person registrationOnline registrationIndustrialization in North Africa is entering a new phase shaped by global megatrends, the green and digital transitions, evolving value chains, and the growing need for resilient and competitive production systems.Against this backdrop, the Policy Center for the New South and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) are convening The Future of Industrialization: Building Future-Ready Industries in North Africa on November 17, 2026, at the Policy Center for the New South in Rabat.The event will present key insights from the Industrial Development Report 2026 (IDR26) and bring together policymakers, industry leaders and experts to discuss the region’s industrial opportunities, constraints and policy priorities. The ... -
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1110:00 am November 2026Depuis 2021, le Policy Center for the New South, le Programme des Nations Unies pour le développement et le Groupe de la Banque mondiale portent conjointement l’initiative « Parlons Développement », une plateforme de réflexion collective sur les enjeux du développement durable au Maroc. Organisée avec différents partenaires, notamment du monde académique et de la société civile, cette plateforme destinée à la jeunesse vise à rapprocher les débats stratégiques de ses préoccupations et à favoriser le dialogue autour de réponses concrètes aux défis du développement.Dans cette continuité, la 25ᵉ édition de « Parlons Développement », organisée en partenariat avec la Faculté des Sciences Juridiques, Économiques et Sociales de l’Université Mohammed Premier d’Oujda, sera consacrée au ... -
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