Faculty of Commerce

Envisioning Africa’s Futures, held by the Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, brought together continental academics, policymakers, researchers, practitioners and students to engage in conversations about the continent’s future.

South Africans’ love for celebration is driving a multibillion-rand economy, but a “party now, worry later” mindset is putting increasing pressure on household pockets.

Africa can turn its considerable human and natural resources into inclusive and sustained prosperity – this was the conclusion of Professor Amin Karimu’s inaugural lecture.