The Imperative of Urbanization for Africa’s Structural Transformation

A new narrative on urbanization towards Agenda 2063
The Imperative of Urbanization for Africa’s Structural Transformation

Africa’s structural transformation is the overarching policy priority for the continent’s inclusive and sustainable development. As clearly expressed in the African Union’s Agenda 2063, there is now consensus among African leaders and stakeholders that structural transformation is a necessary condition to translate the region’s recent impressive growth rates into inclusive and sustainable development.