ABSTRACT
In 2015, African Heads of State and Government adopted Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The two initiatives constitute 'a two-pronged transition: a global-level transition from the MDGs to Agenda 2030 and a continent-level transition from NEPAD to Agenda 2063'. Crystallizing the Africa Rising narrative and the continent's agency, requires capacity (individual and institutional) and transformative leadership. Capacity or the lack thereof to implement programmes often constitutes a hindrance to the delivery on well-intentioned policies in less-developed countries. Since transformative change is a long-term process, it means that the African Union, and the continent's regional blocs, sharpen their ability to address or mediate efforts in conflict resolution, enhance the requisite institutional capacity and expertise. This is because meeting the SDGs hinges on, among others, resolving existing conflicts, preventing new ones and guaranteeing security of people and businesses.
