A comprehensive, holistic and integrated development programme for Africa  - In the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), African countries are working together to shape an environment that encourages the creation of wealth and fosters social cohesion. African leaders are rising to the challenge of cultivating peace and cooperation across the continent. They know that Africa is highly diverse – geographically, economically, socially and politically and in climate, culture and tradition. However, in committing to NEPAD, they are setting differences aside and recognizing their interdependence and the value of integration.