As African economies boom and businesses are created, one of the big questions this growth raises is that of third-level education: how can Africa develop a knowledge infrastructure to rival that of the west, a sort of Harvard University in Africa?

— Richard Attias

Bringing more large sporting events to Africa would help the continent develop sports policies and at the same time optimize its peoples' chances of achieving competitive success.

— Richard Attias

For African societies, no issue looms larger than employment. Only vibrant entrepreneurship and thriving small businesses can hope to provide the millions of jobs that are needed.

— Richard Attias

Global sports tournaments have a range of benefits that go far beyond the games themselves. They can transform the image of a country or a region. They bring people together and reveal new possibilities to a nation's youth.

— Richard Attias

Improving Africa's farming sector would have multiple positive outcomes for African people.

— Richard Attias

Inspiration, in its rich variety, must be present in any discussion about Africa. We need role models - they are essential to the advancement of our society.

— Richard Attias

Sporting events like the Olympics have developed and maintained a clear message of promoting gender equality as an essential criterion in the success of any international event.

— Richard Attias

Sport is and should remain a great school of life that supports young people in their personal development. It teaches respect for others and also for oneself.

— Richard Attias

Sport is one of the few spaces where people can learn about different cultures in a spirit of trust and friendship.

— Richard Attias

When kids are young, before the age of ten, there is a critical window of opportunity when their habits and motivations can be influenced.

— Richard Attias