Six pillars to build Africa’s nature economy: What works, who’s leading, what’s next Africa’s vast natural capital holds the potential to power a thriving ‘nature economy’, as the basis for a development model that is economically competitive, ecologically regenerative and socially equitable. Turning this promise into everyday reality demands bold leadership; inclusive governance; and innovative, value-based partnerships built on Africa’s priorities, shared interests and mutual respect.
GLF Africa 2025: Innovate, Restore, Prosper convened over 2000 participants and proposed six strategic pillars—rooted in the African continent’s natural capital, lived experiences, science, cultural heritage and valuest—for a new nature-driven development model. Rather than a panacea, these pillars form a practical framework that can make the difference between success and failure in building the continent’s nature economy and defining its leadership in contributing to the New Vision for Earth.
- Pillar 1: Recognize, value and integrate Africa’s natural capital into all development plans
- Pillar 2: Build effective and responsive governance and policies for natural resource stewardship
- Pillar 3: Secure the rights, and support the agency, of local communities, Indigenous Peoples, youth, and women
- Pillar 4: Deliver sustainable finance to the last mile
- Pillar 5: Optimize AI and emerging technologies for Africa
- Pillar 6: Harness and integrate Africa’s plural knowledge systems
