Africa is changing, as is the rest of the world. This change manifests itself in various forms, including improved and sustained growth despite the continuing state of low commodity prices, better and improving governance, and improved macroeconomic conditions. However, change is not always positive, as can be seen from rising inequalities within and among nations, increasing illicit outflow of financial resources, climate change and several other environmental challenges and related conflicts. While most of these challenges are shared by all humanity, many have disproportionate adverse effects on Africa in particular. More ...