In July 2016, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/70/293, declaring 2016-2025 as the Third Industrial Development Decade for Africa (IDDA III). IDDA III aims to drive Africa’s industrial growth in alignment with global frameworks like the UN SDGs, the AU’s Agenda 2063, and various international cooperation platforms.
Seventh High-Level Event on IDDA III:
This year's event is especially significant as the seventh and final high-level gathering under IDDA III. As the decade concludes in July 2025, an independent evaluation will provide crucial insights for planning its successor. This event offers a vital opportunity to assess progress, celebrate achievements, address challenges, and collaboratively plan the path forward in light of current trends.
The event is jointly organized by AUC, UNECA and UNIDO, in partnership with the African Development Bank, African Export-Import Bank, African Business Council, and Deloitte.
The high-level event on IDDA III takes place following the UN Summit of the Future and will have heightened relevance, urging stakeholders to explore strategies and present concrete solutions to implement the Pact for the Future in Africa, and transform the continent’s industrial landscape into a model of sustainability and resilience.