President Taye Atskeselassie Calls for Strengthening African Statistical Offices

Ethiopian President Taye Atskeselassie has urged African governments and international partners to prioritize dedicated domestic funding for national statistical offices. The President emphasized that robust statistical data is essential for effective national development planning and evidence-based decision-making. He argued that these institutions must maintain independence and possess strong technical capacity to operate effectively. By securing independent budgets, African nations can ensure their data remains objective and free from political influence. This call highlights the importance of reliable statistics in achieving sustainable economic and social growth across the continent.