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From the report    Home    In brief    The Creative Imperative    Article 1    Article 2    Article 3    Article 4    Article 5    Article 6    Action Points   From the website    Interviews    Competitiveness    Session summaries    Photographs   World Economic Forum on Africa     Cape Town, 31 May – 2 June 2006 Going for Growth Send to a friend In brief Participants at the World Economic Forum on Africa in 2006 sought to build on Africa's recent success in achieving its best growth performance in decades. While they were eager to spread the good news, the fresh confidence among the more than 700 business, government and civil society leaders gathered in Cape Town was balanced by sober realism. The Creative Imperative The Creative Imperative in Africa More than 700 government, business and civil society leaders pooled their knowledge and enthusiasm and shared their experience. In depth The Year of Africa in Review The Blair Commission for Africa declared that this would be the Year of Africa. Boosting African Growth Africa is experiencing record growth rates in many countries in a new era of peace, political stability and macroeconomic reform. The Impact of China and India China and India have become major trading partners of Africa and are increasing investment on the continent. Foundations for Progress in Physical and Social Infrastructure In order for current growth trends to be sustainable, the physical and social infrastructure of African countries must be upgraded. Tackling Risks to Prosperity Risks are interconnected, requiring a multifaceted approach to confronting them. Strengthening Branding and Changing Perceptions For the moment, Africa lacks an international image to match the real growth of its economies, and the vibrant aspirations of its peoples. Achievements, Commitments and Aspirations The NEPAD e-Schools Initiative demonstration project operates in 16 African countries.