Africa’s 24-Hour Economy Could Unlock Millions of Jobs, Expert Says
22:00 15.08.2025 (Updated: 22:04 15.08.2025)
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Africa’s 24-Hour Economy Could Unlock Millions of Jobs, Expert Says
"There are a lot of untapped opportunities on the continent that this policy can unlock and create millions of jobs […] Imagine every sector of the economy running three shifts — in a twinkle of an eye, that creates two additional positions for every job we offer at the moment."
Can Africa turn its cities into engines of round-the-clock productivity, and do it safely, sustainably, and inclusively?
#GlobalSouthPole dives into how 24-hour economies could transform Africa’s urban life, boost competitiveness, and reshape the continent’s economic future.
We speak to Prof. Evans Akwasi Gyasi, a Senior Consultant & Director of Trade Growth Network, Ghana, about the opportunities, infrastructure needs, and policy changes required to make this model work across Africa.
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