In a global financial technology landscape marked by tightened funding and economic uncertainty, African fintechs continue to defy expectations. Ten of them have now earned their place on CNBC and.
Across the African continent, governments are racing to digitise their currencies, launching Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) with a narrative framed around financial inclusion, innovation, and the future of money..
Roads have long been regarded as the “nerves” of an economy, serving as vital arteries that facilitate commerce, connectivity, and national development. In Africa, where over 80% of goods and.
Around the world, over 2.5 billion people require at least one form of assistive technology, ranging from mobility aids like wheelchairs to hearing assistance devices to AI-based communication tools. However,.
Looking for the top African universities in the 2026 QS World University Rankings? South Africa, Egypt, and Tunisia lead the continent, with institutions climbing the global ranks for research, academic.
African startups secured a combined $1.35 billion in funding during the first half of 2025 (H1 2025), marking a dramatic 78% increase from the $800 million raised in the same.
Africa today is not merely a passive spectator in the escalating strategic competition between China and the United States. The continent is operating with intent, navigating the crosswinds of a.
Africa is undergoing one of the most consequential demographic shifts of the 21st century. Over the next 25 years, its population is projected to grow from approximately 1.4 billion to.
Africa’s journey toward long-term prosperity and global competitiveness continues to be rooted in two key principles: nurturing local innovation and investing in essential infrastructure. These themes remain vital as the.
In early 2023, the World Economic Forum, in partnership with the Qatar Foundation’s World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) and the World Health Organisation, delivered a sobering assessment of the.
