African Values

From global vulnerability to African responsibility A war erupts thousands of kilometres away. Oil prices rise. Shipping routes are disrupted. Currencies weaken. And somewhere in Africa, a farmer pays more for fertiliser, a commuter pays more for transport, and a family struggles to put food on the table. Once again, Africa is paying for a

In September, world leaders gathered in New York for the 81st United Nations General Assembly under a striking theme:Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.The African Union arrived with a clear message: Africa needs a stronger voice in shaping global decisions, including more meaningful representation within the United Nations Security Council

Africa’s story in 2026 cannot honestly be told only through innovation hubs, artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship. There is another story. Conflict continues to destroy lives, displace families and interrupt futures in parts of our continent. Behind every geopolitical analysis are ordinary human beings whose ambitions suddenly become secondary to survival. In August, the African Union