Africa: UN Deputy Scribe, Oramah, Oyedele, Others Say Africa Must Own Its Narrative

African leaders, including UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, Afreximbank President Benedict Oramah, and economist Taiwo Oyedele, have called for the continent to take ownership of its own narrative. The appeal was directed at Africa’s younger generation, urging them to exert greater influence over the continent’s economic and political trajectory.

The initiative emphasizes the necessity of developing robust institutions, expanding local businesses, and enhancing productive capacity. By strengthening these sectors, leaders argue that Africa can better position itself to compete effectively within the global marketplace.