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It's time to celebrate the progress of African industrialization on Africa Industrialization Day, November 20! This day was established in 1989 by the United Nations to recognize and honor the efforts of African countries to promote economic growth and development. Since then, Africa has become an increasingly important player in the global economy, with many African countries experiencing significant advances in industry and technology over the past few decades. There is still much work to be done, but this day is a great opportunity to reflect on how far we have come and look forward to an even brighter future for Africa.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lagos Plan of Action</div><div class='timeline-text'>African Nations develop the Lagos Plan of Action, emphasizing the importance of self-sustaining development and economic independence, which lays a foundation for future industrialization in Africa.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Africa Industrialization Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>United Nations General Assembly proclaims November 20 as Africa Industrialization Day to raise global awareness about the importance of industrialization for Africa's developmental aspirations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>African Economic Community Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The African Economic Community is founded with the goal to foster free trade and economic integration among African countries, stimulating industrial growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Partnership for Africa's Development</div><div class='timeline-text'>The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) was adopted, aimed at providing an overarching vision and policy framework for accelerating economic co-operation and integration among African countries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations launches Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) identifying industrialization as a central drive for economic growth, development, and human welfare in Africa as part of SDG 9, "Resilient Infrastructure and Innovation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Africa Continental Free Trade Area</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Africa Continental Free Trade Area agreement came into effect, creating one of the largest free trade areas in the world and boosting intra-African trade, thus stimulating further industrial growth.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local industry</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Explore the local industry in your area. Take a tour and learn about how it works, how it impacts the economy and how it contributes to the development of Africa.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an industrial fair</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather local companies, businesses and industries to showcase their products and services. Invite the public and let them discover how industrialization is transforming Africa.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support African entrepreneurs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your support by purchasing products from African entrepreneurs on online platforms like eBay or Etsy. You can also donate to organizations that are helping African entrepreneurs get access to resources and training.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an industrial workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize an event that focuses on teaching people about industrialization in Africa. Invite experts in the field and have them discuss issues related to industrialization, such as access to resources, technology, market access and sustainability.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with an NGO</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for an NGO that is working in the area of industrialization in Africa. Volunteer your time and skills to help them promote industrialization in Africa.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Industrialization boosts economic growth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By increasing the rate of industrial production, countries can achieve rapid and sustainable economic growth. This is particularly important for countries in Africa, where manufacturing and other industries are still relatively underdeveloped. Industrialization will not only create new jobs, but also generate more revenue that can be used to improve infrastructure and social services.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It increases access to goods & services</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Industrialization allows countries to produce goods more efficiently. This reduces costs and increases availability of goods and services - especially those related to healthcare, education and nutrition. By giving people easier access to essential goods and services, industrialization helps reduce poverty levels and improve living standards.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Industrialization is a key part of development</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The process of industrialization is closely linked with overall economic development. By investing in industrial projects and taking advantage of modern technologies, countries can create a strong base for long-term growth. Industrialization can help African countries move towards becoming self-sufficient, rather than relying on foreign aid or imports from other countries.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Textiles and Agro-processing Dominate Africa's Industrial Sector</h3><p class='facts-content'>A large portion of Africa's industrial sector is dedicated to textiles and agro-processing. These industries help utilize Africa’s agricultural resources optimally while creating significant employment opportunities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ethiopia Leads in Industrialization among African Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>Ethiopia has shown the most rapid industrial growth of any African country. This is particularly evident in its burgeoning textile industry, which has attracted international investments.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Asia and Africa Share Growing Industrial Ties</h3><p class='facts-content'>Asian countries, like China and India, have increased industrial investments within Africa. These relationships benefit both regions, providing Asian companies with new markets, and African countries with technology and expertise.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Failure to Industrialize Earlier Set Africa's Growth Back Decades</h3><p class='facts-content'>Countries that failed to industrialize in the 60s and 70s, when most Asia-Pacific countries did, fell behind in terms of developmental aspirations. Africa is currently trying to close this gap.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>South Africa is Africa's Industrial Giant</h3><p class='facts-content'>South Africa is the continent's largest economy in terms of gross domestic product and industrial output, with significant production in metals, machinery, and automobile assembly.</p></div></div>
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