Raising the Bar on Competititveness in Africa Wednesday 13 June, 14.30-16.30 Enhancing the competitiveness of an economy is easier said than done, as is coming to terms with the concept itself. The WorkSpace on Competitiveness used the results and framework of The Africa Competitiveness Report 2007 to engage participants in a design challenge to strengthen an African country’s long-term economic performance. Session summary I Graphics I Photos
Getting a Grip: Designing Africa's Response to Climate Change Thursday 14 June, 08.00-10.30 In the WorkSpace on Climate Change, participants explored and learnt about the possible impact of global warming on the African continent. Wrestling with such a complex issue, participants aimed to start designing a response from Africa that attempts to address the magnitude of the challenge without putting obstacles in the way of prosperity. Session summary I Graphics I Photos
A Taboo on Taboos - Thursday 14 June, 12.30-15.15 The WorkSpace on Taboos invited participants to a fun exploration and frank discussion on sensitive topics that pose a serious threat to Africa’s pathway to prosperity and long-term economic growth. Session summary I Graphics I Photos
Delivering on Education Through Technology Thursday 14 June, 15.30-17.00 Needless to say, prosperity goes hand-in-hand with an educated and technologically savvy workforce. The WorkSpace on Technology looked at ways to deliver education to Africa’s future talent. Session summary I Graphics I Photos
