Staff Writer
The African Union may be much closer than before to gaining a seat in the G20 after years of struggle.
The G20 has evolved in recent years into the venue where important global governance concerns are debated.
G20 nations account for nearly two-thirds of the world’s population, over 75% of global trade, and 85% of worldwide GDP.
It has been stated that the G20’s credibility has been damaged by the African Union’s non-membership.
However, there are indications that the 55-nation alliance might become the 21st member as early as September with support from China, the United States, and Europe.
Gyude Moore is this week’s guest. At the Center for Global Development, Gyude holds the senior policy fellow title. Additionally, he was Liberia’s minister of public works.
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Farm production is rising thanks to a plan to use mobile phones to deliver extension services to Nigerian farmers in rural areas.
Farmers get timely information on managing diseases and pests, as well as management advice and costs.
Uganda imposes a fee on Google and Facebook
A new tax law adopted by Uganda levies a 5% surtax on any income received by Facebook and Netflix in the east African nation.
The tax’s opponents claim that this will hinder the development of the digital economy.
