News releases
24 Sep 2009
Kofi Annan, Amartya Sen and Michel Camdessus urge G20 not to forget the world’s poorest countries
Pittsburgh meeting must urgently deliver on the commitments agreed at the London Summit and maintain momentum towards tackling global poverty
30 Jan 2009
Africa Progress Panel report states that Africa must be part of the solution to reboot the global economy
Panel of world leaders demands support for African efforts to manage the impact of global meltdown
11 Apr 2008
Africa progress panel concerned by german finance minister’s budget cuts
Kofi Annan, speaking on behalf of the Africa Progress Panel (APP) has expressed concern as to reports that the German Finance Minister, Peer Steinbruck, in line with tightening economic pressures has decided to force further budget cuts, including those relating to its G8 promises.
18 Dec 2007
Africa Progress Panel Praises Merkel’s Commitment To Africa
Speaking after their meeting with German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, the Africa Progress Panel today commended Chancellor Merkel’s commitment to Africa throughout 2007 and expressed their high expectations for the year ahead from all G8 leaders.