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How Effective Are Africa’s New Generation Leaders?

A wave of younger, supposedly reform-minded leaders has taken charge across the continent, each promising to break away from the past and drive transformative change. This is a defining moment.

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The African Tax Revolt

Taxation in Africa has always been a contentious issue. From the days of colonial tax impositions that sparked revolts to the present-day resistance against aggressive tax policies, the story remains.

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New Music Friday: Africa’s Contribution to Global Music

Africa’s contribution to the global music industry is profound and multifaceted. The continent has long been recognised as the birthplace of diverse musical genres, from traditional folk to modern pop.

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Africa’s Tourism Industry Recovery and Growth

Africa’s tourism industry is bouncing back with international arrivals reaching an impressive 96% and projections estimating an annual growth rate of 6.5% over the next decade. The sector is set.

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What Are the Odds of Digital Democracy in Africa?

The dream of digital democracy in Africa is like a mirage on the political horizon, tantalising yet elusive. As the world races toward technology-driven governance, Africa finds itself at a.

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Africa’s Mining Sector Paving the Way for Global Growth

Africa holds over 50% of the world’s reserves of key minerals such as cobalt and manganese, along with more than 20% of aluminium and copper. Consequently, Africa’s mining sector presents.

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Life Below Water: Africa’s Triumph in Marine Conservation

The preservation of marine life and the sustainable use of its abundant resources, a commitment that echoes through the Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14), is an integral part of.

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Celebrating African Talents: A Look at the 67th Grammy Awards

The 67th edition of the annual Grammy Awards was a memorable event for African artists and Africa’s entertainment industry. Presented by the Recording Academy, the Grammy Awards is among the.

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ECOWAS Bank’s $16.3M Credit Boosts Africa’s SME Sector

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has authorised USD 16.3 million line of credit to the Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l’Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC) as part of a.

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The Silent Battle: The Global Threat of Digital Authoritarianism

Across the world, a silent battle is unfolding. Not with guns or street protests, but in cyberspace, courtrooms, and government backrooms. Digital authoritarianism, the use of technology to surveil, control,.

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