Political Parties Must Lead Africa’s Economic Transformation: Pan-African Parliament President
The President of the Pan-African Parliament, Dr. Fateh Boutbig, urged African political parties to prioritize economic transformation and industrialization over mere political competition. Speaking at a summit in Addis Ababa, he emphasized the need for institutional building and moving beyond raw material exports.
Why it matters
This call to action highlights a strategic shift in African governance, focusing on economic sovereignty and the transition from political liberation to sustainable development.
አማርኛ ትግርኛ Afaan Oromoo Af‑Soomaali Qafar Afa English Français عربي Politics Social Economy Sport Technology Environment Feature Videos About Us Political Parties Must Lead Africa’s Economic Transformation: Pan-African Parliament President 🔇Unmute Addis Ababa, November 8, 2026 (ENA)— African political parties must play a greater role in driving economic transformation and strengthening the continent’s sovereignty and institutions, Said President of the Pan-African Parliament, Dr. Fateh Boutbig.
He made the remarks in his closing address yesterday at the Second African Political Parties Summit, held in Addis Ababa on its third and final day under the theme “Governance for Growth.”
Boutbig expressed his appreciation to the Ethiopian government and people for hosting the second edition of the summit.
He also commended Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for his commitment to Africa’s development and economic transformation.
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