This publication launched at the World Economic Forum in Davos argues that the international community should maintain its financial and aid commitments to the continent in spite of the credit crunch. It also calls on the private sector to seize the many investment opportunities that Africa has to offer, particularly in the infrastructure, energy and communications sectors. It concludes by arguing that without sustained and reliable efforts, those least able to withstand its woes, will have to bear the brunt of the global economic crisis. An Italian version of the document (Africa: proteggere il progresso in un clima di crisi globale) was issued as an input for meetings in preparation of the G8 Summit.
