The international community must pay attention to Africa. Our continent is central to the future of global growth and shared prosperity. With some of the world’s fastest-growing economies, a youthful population, and abundant natural and mineral resources, Africa is uniquely positioned to help drive the next era of global expansion. But Africa is not seeking partnerships built on the extraction of raw materials for processing elsewhere. We seek a different model of growth, one that creates value on our continent. Let us process our minerals in Africa, manufacture in Africa, build industries in Africa, and create jobs in Africa, while sharing the benefits through partnerships that create prosperity for both Africa and our global partners. A stronger Africa will mean stronger supply chains, larger markets, greater investment opportunities and more resilient global growth. Africa’s success is a global opportunity, and the future of prosperity will be shaped by what we build together. Highlighted Africa’s central role in the future of global growth during the G7+ Working Session on Reviving Balanced and Shared Growth for All in Évian, France.(William Samoei Ruto, PhD)