Lire la version française ici. Every year, far from diplomatic summits and official announcements, a financial force continuously nourishes Africa, as discreetly as it is massive: money transfers from its diaspora. The Barometer on Remittances to Africa by its Diaspora 1 , produced by The Seeds, lifts the veil on these substantial cash flows, with nearly $100 billion sent to the continent in 2023, or about 4% of Africa's GDP.  These are colossal sums, exceeding official dev

SEEDS community, We’re thrilled to share the outcomes of the SEEDS Think Tank 2025, held on March 8, 2025, in Hamburg – a special date that coincided with International Women’s Day. The gathering brought together members of the African diaspora, partners, and friends of SEEDS to exchange ideas and take action on how the diaspora can support sustainable development and inclusive growth in Africa. The agenda revolved around three central themes: Honoring the contributions of Af

Every year, the African diaspora sends billions of CFA francs, euros, and dollars  back to the continent.  In 2023 alone, nearly $100 billion  [1]. That’s  more than all official development aid .  More than all foreign direct investment .  But these transfers are more than numbers. They represent  deep connections , unwavering solidarity , and a powerful will to act , even from afar. They tell the story of those who, despite living abroad, continue to carry Africa in their h

SEEDS community!  We are delighted to share the enriching outcomes of our recent SEEDS Think-Tank 2023 event, a dynamic gathering that delved deep into unleashing Africa's economic growth through the contribution of its diaspora. The event, held on December 2, 2023, at IdeenGeberHaus in Neuss, revolved around two pivotal themes:  Unleashing Africa’s economics growth through diaspora backed project funding. What are the key challenges?  How could the African diaspora ecosyste