African presidents rally PPPs for growth

Rwandan President Paul Kagame speaks during a presidential panel at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan on May 12, 2025, moderated by Larry Madowo (left). The other panellists are South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa (centre), Bassirou Diomaye Diakha Faye of Senegal, and Tiémoko Meyliet Kone, Côte d'Ivoire vice president.

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In Abidjan

In the face of global trade tensions and protectionist policies that threaten livelihoods and economic stability, leaders across Africa believe that reviving the relationship between governments and the continent’s private sector could chart a new path to prosperity.