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Can Online Voting Work for Africa’s Next Generation of Voters?

As Africa’s digital transformation accelerates, online voting is gaining attention as a potential solution to enhance electoral processes. The continent’s growing youth population, increasing internet penetration, and widespread adoption of.

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U.S. Jet Fuel Imports Set to Surge: Impact of Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery

As travel activity ramps up ahead of the peak summer season, U.S. jet fuel imports surged to their highest levels in two years this past March. Analysts attribute this increase.

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Democracy and Gender: Will Africa Ever See Equal Political Representation?

In the global pursuit of gender equality, the political representation of women remains a subject of intense scrutiny. Democracy, ideally characterised by equal rights for all, often falls short in.

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How Affordable Housing Projects Can Solve Africa’s Urban Crisis

Africa stands on the brink of a profound urban crisis. As cities expand with a rapidly growing population, the challenge of housing millions of urban dwellers has become increasingly urgent..

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African Startup Sector Enters a New Growth Phase in 2025

The turning point for Africa’s start-up ecosystem has arrived in 2025, following a turbulent period in 2023 and 2024. A surge in funding and major achievements signal a fresh chapter,.

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The Week in Afrobeats: Celebrations, Announcements, and New Music

This past week, the Afrobeats scene has been bursting with energy, celebrating monumental anniversaries, new music releases, and exciting announcements that keep fans deeply engaged with the rich tapestry of.

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Beyond Sightseeing: The African Traveller’s New Rules of Tourism

“Travel is about the gorgeous feeling of teetering in the unknown.” – Anthony Bourdain Ever wondered why African travellers don’t follow the same script as Western tourists? While many global.

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Why Universal Basic Income is Important for Africa

The concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) has long been discussed as a radical yet necessary economic intervention, a solution to growing inequality, automation-driven job displacement, and economic instability. In.

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AI in Education: Intelligent Tutoring Systems Tackling Africa’s Teacher Shortage

Education is the foundation upon which societies are built, yet millions of students worldwide, particularly in Africa, struggle with a critical challenge: the severe shortage of qualified teachers. Across the.

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Media Trust Levels in Kenya and Nigeria: Challenging Western Stereotypes

The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a notable trend in Africa’s media landscape, with Kenya and Nigeria emerging as leaders in media trust. Kenya has recorded a trust level of.

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