Agenda

The stories shaping the Global, Regional and Industry agendas

Global Agenda

Why systemic racism is not just an American problem

The racism that lead to George Floyd’s death is not unique to the US, says Lola-Rose Avery, a pupil barrister from the United Kingdom.

Lola-Rose Avery · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 06 Jun 2020

United States

Four generations of black Americans discuss: Will George Floyd's death bring change?

Four black Americans of different generations reflect on today's period of protest and those of the past.

Anastasia Moloney · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 06 Jun 2020

COVID-19

How Egypt’s economy can continue to thrive during a global pandemic

By focusing on inherent advantages, Egypt can accelerate domestic and regional consumption and extend a safety net for businesses, large and small.

Ahmed Galal Ismail 05 Jun 2020

COVID-19

After COVID-19, we must rethink how we find and produce new drugs

How we manufacture and distribute any COVID-19 vaccine are issues we need to address today, if we want to be prepared for the pandemics of the future.

André Loesekrug-Pietri and Thomas Hermans 05 Jun 2020

The Great Reset

George Floyd: these are the injustices that led to the protests in the United States

The current demonstrations are the result of a series of incidents that were the manifestation of long-simmering, systemic racial inequities. These disparities don't just hurt the black community, but America's entire economy.

Joseph Losavio 05 Jun 2020

Human Rights

How racism spread around the world alongside COVID-19

The fear caused by the virus is increasingly manifesting itself in discrimination, xenophobia and racism. It's up to all of us to challenge this trend.

Salaado Qasim 05 Jun 2020

COVID-19

There's nothing new about the 'new normal'. Here's why

'Normal' has not worked for most of the world's population, so why should a 'new normal' be any better? Let's create a 'new paradigm' instead. Here's how.

Chime Asonye 05 Jun 2020

Environment and Natural Resource Security

This World Environment Day, it’s time #ForNature

Watch Professor Klaus Schwab join a panel for #WorldEnvironmentDay.

Beatrice Di Caro 05 Jun 2020

The Great Reset

The legacy of George Floyd: Here’s how business can address inequality and promote justice

The business community has responded to the killing of George Floyd in a number of ways, with some firms actively engaged in rolling out tangible initiatives to address injustice.

Gayle Markovitz 05 Jun 2020

Regional Agenda

COVID-19

COVID-19 is likely to increase youth unemployment in Africa, this is how business can mitigate the damage

Youth unemployment is a significant driver of unrest in Africa. This is how companies can act to help reduce the risk of conflict, and better ensure the long-term preservation and resilie...

Chido Munyati 05 Jun 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 poses some unique challenges for Africa's children

Similarities between the symptoms of malaria and SCA to COVID-19 mean testing early is paramount - but the number of children being tested in Africa remains low.

Juliette M. Tuakli 05 Jun 2020

Africa

COVID-19 in Africa: WHO media briefing on 4 June

The Forum on Thursday hosted its latest virtual briefing on COVID-19 in Africa, in partnership with the World Health Organization.

Beatrice Di Caro 04 Jun 2020

Education and Skills

COVID-19 has exposed the education divide in Nigeria. This is how we can close it

Children in underserved communities in Nigeria are being left behind as they are not prepared to adapt or transition to new methods of learning.

Toritseju April Amorighoye 02 Jun 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 in Africa: WHO media briefing on 28 May

The Forum on Thursday hosted its latest virtual briefing on COVID-19 in Africa, in partnership with the World Health Organization.

Beatrice Di Caro 28 May 2020

COVID-19

What small island nations – like Saint Lucia – need to survive and thrive in the post-pandemic world

Small, developing nations are the most vulnerable to the impact of COVID-19. A shift in the development finance ecosystem will help them build resilience.

Allen Chastanet, Thierry Déau, and Terri Toyota 21 May 2020

COVID-19

How youth and technology can drive Africa's COVID-19 response

Africa's COVID-19 response must be built on countries' existing resources. Here's a blueprint based on young people, technology, and community volunteers.

Neema Kaseje and Dan Kaseje 19 May 2020

India

How COVID-19 might impact India's renewable energy transition

India has some of the most aggressive renewable energy targets, but COVID-19 puts the model at risk. Will short-term needs distract from long-term goals?

Rahul Tongia 19 May 2020

COVID-19

As India's lockdown ends, a mental health crisis is just beginning

Cases of mental illness have risen by 20% in India since it went into lockdown. Here are three community-based responses to help stymie this growing crisis

Ashwin Naik 18 May 2020

Industry Agenda

The Ocean

3 innovations which are leading the fight to save our ocean

Our ocean faces an unprecedented set of interconnected challenges. These innovators, the winners of our Ocean Solutions Sprint, think they can help turn things around.

Kaya Bulbul 03 Jun 2020

As coronavirus shakes up the future of work, how much is it fast-tracking what was already in motion?

In addition to the mental and physical disruptions to our everyday life, the COVID-19 pandemic has catapulted us into a new paradigm of work from which we may never, nor want to, return.

Kyla Solveig Carlsen 02 Jun 2020

Cybersecurity

Behind the firewall: a discussion on the evolution of cybersecurity in the utility industry

The utility sector is being transformed - and this has opened it up to a new range of cyber-threats.Here, two industry experts discuss this new paradigm.

Andrew Gumbiner 22 May 2020

Supply Chain and Transport

How green stimulus measures could fuel the decarbonization of shipping

When deciding on policies and stimulus measures to kickstart the global economy, policymakers should invest in the shipping industry's green transition.

Johannah Christensen and Anthony Hobley 12 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19: what is the R number?

Governments are monitoring it closely to decide whether to lift their lockdowns. But what actually is the “reproduction number”, and how do we keep it low?

Peter Beech 08 May 2020

Drones

How drones are helping to battle COVID-19 in Africa – and beyond

Medical delivery drones have been supplying clinics in Africa for several years. Now they’re being deployed in the fight against coronavirus and are being trialed in the US.

Harry Kretchmer 08 May 2020

COVID-19

Blockchain: the vaccine against future disruption in the seafood industry

COVID-19 is inflicting suffering in every sector of the seafood industry, from fishing to restaurants. But blockchain's ability to account for every link in the supply chain could minimiz...

Bubba Cook 05 May 2020

COVID-19

As coronavirus shocks the energy sector and economy, is now the time for a new energy order?

COVID-19 and the subsequent collapse in oil prices have created an opportunity for unprecedented global collaboration on a sustainable energy transition.

Roberto Bocca 26 Apr 2020

COVID-19

U.S. dairy farmers dump milk as pandemic upends food markets

The disruption to supply chains due to coronavirus is causing tonnes of fresh produce to be wasted in the U.S., as farmers are unable to get their produce to market.

P.J. Huffstutter · Reuters 07 Apr 2020