Africa in 2020: Discussion Paper
This report discusses the potential future of Africa by 2020, focusing on economic management, state systems, and democratization.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Office of the Director of National Intelligence |
| Authors: | National Intelligence Council |
| Time horizon: | 2020 |
| Geographic focus: | Africa |
Methods
The research method used in the report involves a scenario exercise based on a comprehensive review of previous documents, a day-long discussion with US experts, and written comments on earlier drafts. The report synthesizes expert opinions and existing data to project future trends and challenges for Africa.
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Key Insights
The report by the National Intelligence Council's 2020 Project provides an analysis of Africa's potential future by 2020, examining the implications of economic management, the state system, and democratization. It builds on the 2015 exercise and considers the impact of global drivers such as demographics, natural resources, and technology on Africa. The report discusses the challenges of economic reform, governance, and the heterogeneity of the continent. It also explores the role of the international community, the strategic value of Africa, and the likelihood of state failure and conflict. The report emphasizes the importance of leadership in determining the trajectory of African countries and acknowledges the uncertainty of predicting the continent's future.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2020 time horizon | 2020s time horizon | Africa geographic scope | English publication language | africa | conflict resolution | democracy | economic | economic management | economic reform | general | governance | international community | leadership | migration | natural resources | politics | security | state system | terrorism