Dr. Albert G. Zeufack is a prominent Cameroonian economist and the World Bank Country Director for Angola, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and São Tomé and Príncipe. With a career spanning over two decades at the World Bank, Dr. Zeufack has established himself as a key figure in shaping economic policies and strategies across Africa.

Dr. Zeufack’s academic journey began in Cameroon, where he earned a DEA in Economic Analysis and Policies from the University of Yaoundé. His pursuit of knowledge led him to France, where he obtained a PhD in Economics from the CERDI-University of Clermont-Ferrand. His educational background also includes professional training at prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Stanford, equipping him with a robust foundation in economic theory and practice.

Dr. Zeufack joined the World Bank in 1997 as a researcher in the Macroeconomics and Growth Division of the Research Department. Over the years, he has held various positions within the Africa, East Asia and Pacific, and Europe and Central Asia regions. His expertise in macroeconomic analysis and development strategy has been instrumental in addressing some of the continent’s most pressing economic challenges.

From 2016 to 2022, Dr. Zeufack served as the Chief Economist for the Africa Region, where he provided critical insights into economic policies that fostered inclusive growth and sustainable development. His leadership during this period was marked by a commitment to leveraging data-driven analysis to inform policy decisions. Between 2008 and 2012, on leave from the World Bank, he was the Director of Research and Investment Strategy/Chief Economist for Khazanah Nasional Berhad, a Malaysian Sovereign Wealth Fund.

Dr. Zeufack is an active member of several influential organizations. He participates in the UN network for sustainable development and serves on the Technical Advisory Committee for the Natural Resources Charter at Oxford. He is also a member of the Advisory Council of the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) and sits on the Board of the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC). These roles highlight his commitment to promoting sustainable economic practices and effective governance of natural resources.

Dr. Zeufack’s vision for Africa is rooted in the belief that sustainable economic growth is achievable through sound policy frameworks and collaborative efforts. He advocates for leveraging Africa’s rich natural resources to foster inclusive development that benefits all segments of society. His work emphasizes the importance of integrating local knowledge and perspectives into economic strategies, ensuring that policies are not only effective but also culturally relevant.

Dr. Albert G. Zeufack, a Cameroonian national, is the World Bank’s Chief Economist for Africa. Prior to his appointment in May 2016, he was Practice Manager in the Macroeconomics and Fiscal Management Global Practice and leader of the World Bank-wide Community of Practice for the Management of Natural Resources Rents. His main research interest is in the micro-foundations of macroeconomics.

Dr. Zeufack joined the World Bank in 1997 as a Young Professional and started his career as a research economist in the Macroeconomics Division of the Research Department. Since then, he has held several positions in Africa, East Asia and Pacific, Europe and Central Asia regions. Between 2008 and 2012, on leave from the World Bank, he was the Director of Research and Investment Strategy/Chief Economist for Khazanah Nasional Berhad, a Malaysian Sovereign Wealth Fund.

Dr Zeufack received his PhD in economics from CERDI, the University of Clermont-Ferrand (France) where he taught before joining the World Bank. He holds a master’s degree in economic analysis and policy from the University of Yaoundé (Cameroon) and has received Executive Education from Harvard University and Stanford University.

Dr Zeufack is a member of the Technical Advisory Committee of the Natural Resource Charter at the University of Oxford, a member of the Advisory Board of the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), a member of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Network, and a member of the Board of the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC). 

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