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September 22, 2026
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Ruto calls for technology driven growth in Africa at UN General Assembly

Ruto calls for technology driven growth in Africa at UN General Assembly

President William Ruto has called on African countries to reposition technology as a driver of economic growth. Speaking Tuesday High-Level Convening on the ‘Accra Reset’ on the sidelines of 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Ruto noted that technology is a pri..

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At the United Nations General Assembly, Kenyan President William Ruto urged African nations to prioritize technology as a catalyst for economic growth and competitiveness, aiming to elevate the continent to middle-income status.

  • President Ruto emphasized the need for Africa to be a creator of 21st-century technologies and a contributor to their governance.
  • Key figures involved include President William Ruto, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and leaders from Brazil and the United States.
  • The discussions occurred on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, focusing on the 'Accra Reset' initiative and the reform of global institutions.

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