Africa's economic landscape is experiencing unprecedented transformation, with the continent posting its strongest growth trajectory in over a decade driven by infrastructure development, digital innovation, and expanding intra-continental trade. The African Development Bank projects regional GDP growth of 4.1 percent for 2024, significantly outpacing global averages and marking a decisive shift from the commodity-dependent economies that dominated previous decades.
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By Leïla Salim Abdallah
MITSOUDJÉ, COMOROS — At dawn, a hush blankets the humid forest nestled along the slopes of Mount Karthala. As first light creeps through emerald foliage, small groups of hikers—local and international—begin the ascent, lured by the promise of untouched wilderness and sweeping ocean views. A trek once deemed perilous is now a symbol of rejuvenation: not only for Comoros’ tourism, but for its people and ecosystems.
“Mount Karthala is more than a volcano—it’s a classroom for resilience,” explains tour guide Yahaya Ben Omar, leading a group through mist-laced trails. “We climb together. We learn together.”
A Natural Marvel, Reimagined
Standing at 2,361 meters, Mount Karthala is the largest and most...
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