4th of June, 2025

Online via Zoom

Drawing on strategic foresight and scenario modelling, this seminar will examine Africa’s future in a rapidly evolving global order. 

Global trends from geopolitical shifts to climate and technology will shape Africa’s future. Speakers at this seminar will consider Africa’s position within a range of alternative global futures, and what they mean for the continent’s development, agency and long-term transformation. Perspectives will be provided on how leadership, governance and planning can see Africa achieve sustainable change in a shifting world order.

This seminar is co-hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and Defence Futures at the UK Ministry of Defence. 

Moderator: Ottilia Anna Maunganidze, Head of Special Projects, ISS. 

Panelists:

• Dr Jakkie Cilliers, Head, African Futures & Innovation, ISS
• Melanie Robinson, Futures Analyst, Defence Futures, UK Ministry of Defence
• Dr Hesphina Rukato, Africa Director, Crisis Action

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