Reform of Institutions, Reforming the State: The Challenges Ahead: sponsored by K.Y. Amoako U.N. under secretary general and executive secretary of the economic commission for Africa

Abstract

K.Y. Amoako U.N. Under-Secretary General and Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa at the Reform of Institutions, Reforming the State: The Challenges Ahead A Contribution to the International Round Table on "The Capable State". Mr. Amoako, on his remarks highlighted that; The international community may speak in broad, global terms when they discuss governance issues. However, what they are often discussing without saying so is the situation in Africa. Strengthening the components of democracy is by no means exclusive to Africa. Africa, with its failed states, reminds us that establishing this foundation for a state is still a problem. He pointed out some challenges for Africa; strengthening the components of democracy is fostering the political participation of all citizens on a working, day-to-day basis. Strengthening the components of democracy is fostering civil society. The experience of economic liberalization in Eastern Europe has had a profound effect on Africa and other areas of the world.