Investing in resilience for Africa: Tools, strategies and partnerships | UNDRR

Infrastructure resilience is key to unlocking Africa’s sustainable development. Despite progress in sectors like energy and ICT, significant gaps remain, with climate extremes costing African nations 2–5 per cent of GDP annually. The continent requires up to $170 billion in annual infrastructure investment to meet Agenda 2063 and the SDGs. Yet only 10 per cent of current financing comes from the private sector, leaving Governments strained and fiscal space shrinking as public debt rises to 71 per cent of GDP on average. Key sectors like transport, where over half of roads remain unpaved, and energy, with access still limited for many, highlight the need for transformative investments. Climate risks further exacerbate challenges, with ports and coastal infrastructure particularly vulnerable. Digital connectivity has surged, with 160 million Africans gaining broadband access between 2019–2022, emphasizing the urgency for resilient systems to support economic growth and public services. https://globalplatform.undrr.org/conference-event/se1-investing-resilience-africa-tools-strategies-and-partnerships
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