In the Media

While Africa is gaining a voice globally, with the African Union joining the G20, its economic progress lags behind. Africa's per capita income declined from 30% of the global average in 1990 to only 21% in 2023, with low participation in international trade beyond exporting raw materials.

The academic community positively impacts ESG development by integrating government, business, and academia, sharing results with both sectors. Professor He Guojun from HHKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute suggests that the government can propose needs or build platforms, allowing academia to provide targeted research and solutions. Additionally, the government should offer funding and simplify administration to help transform and commercialize research outcomes, aiding companies in market competition.