CommunicationPublished on 10 July 2024

Africa in crisis, emerging Africa

Conflict and suffering – economic growth and emergence. It is through these, seemingly opposed, narratives that the African continent is often discussed today. How does the SDC perceive these narratives and how does it respond to them? SDC cooperation offices in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zimbabwe have given their inputs on the opportunities and challenges arising from these narratives.

Rapid urbanization is one of the consequences of Africa’s economic development – here in Benin. — © DSC

There was an impulsion from the new government to change image of Benin to be modern and dynamic.

Elisabeth Pitteloud, Head of Cooperation Benin

Switzerland’s big advantage is that it is close to the population and it is capable of adapting to local contexts.

Denise Lüthi, Head of Cooperation Democratic Republic of the Congo