Africa’s Next Challenge

January 21, 2016
10:30–11:30 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

Africa is home to nine of the world’s 15 fastest-growing economies; yet, over the past 10 years, productivity has fallen. How will the Fourth Industrial Revolution impact Africa? This session was developed in partnership with CNBC Africa. Simultaneous interpretation in English and French This session is televised and webcast live. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be...
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