South Africa’s October 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) carries a valuable lesson for governments across Africa: fiscal credibility is not built by announcing austerity. It is built by demonstrating.
Nigeria is positioning itself for a greater role in Africa’s digital economy, with plans for a major investment in artificial intelligence-ready data centres aimed at strengthening the country’s computing capacity.
South Africa’s energy transition is about more than generating renewable electricity; it is also about ensuring that young people in affected communities can build sustainable livelihoods from the shift. The.
Ghana’s shea industry is attracting fresh investment as agribusiness innovators seek to strengthen value chains, improve market access and create better economic opportunities for women farmers. Vitara, formerly known.
Sub-Saharan Africa has made real strides in getting girls into primary school. UNESCO reports that the region achieved gender parity in primary enrolment in 2021, a milestone worth celebrating. Yet.
Rwanda is strengthening its agricultural value chain through a new investment supporting four home-grown enterprises developing solutions to food production, processing, storage and safety challenges. The four businesses have.
Nigeria’s technology ecosystem continues to demonstrate the capacity of African entrepreneurs to develop solutions across sectors, from financial services and healthcare to agriculture, logistics and education. Yet, for many startups,.
Gabon has restored access to major social media platforms after an eight-month suspension, reopening important channels for content creators, small businesses and ordinary users. The High Communication Authority (HAC) announced.
Access to affordable and reliable healthcare remains an important development priority across Africa. As populations grow and demand for medical services increases, innovative healthcare models are emerging to bridge the.
Africa’s digital commerce sector continues to create opportunities for businesses seeking to reach customers beyond traditional markets. As online shopping expands, however, the ability to deliver products efficiently remains an.
