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Africa’s Journey from Low to Middle Income: Lessons and Achievements

In the year 2000, the global development map looked starkly different. Sixty-three emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs) were officially classified as low-income countries (LICs) by the World Bank, home.

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The Politics of African Literature: Between Resistance and Representation

African literature today sits at a complex crossroads, navigating between resisting historical silences and asserting its own modes of representation. According to statista, the African books market is projected to.

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Africa and the Rare Earth Race: India’s Strategic Pivot to a New Mineral Frontier

As the global race for rare earth elements (REEs) intensifies, India is deepening its engagement with Africa to secure a more diversified and resilient supply chain. This strategic shift is.

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Africa’s Carbon Credit Dilemma: Boon or Neocolonial Bargain?

The carbon credit economy is booming. Once a niche mechanism for climate finance, it has rapidly become a multi-billion-dollar global market. As of 2024, the global carbon credit market is.

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Zimbabwe’s Informal Economy Explained: Causes, Stats, Solutions

Zimbabwe’s economy is now dominated by informal activity. The latest national economic census shows that over 75% of businesses operate outside the formal system. That means no tax registration, no.

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Zimbabwe’s Lithium Sector and the Strategic Significance of Kuvimba’s Sandawana Project

Zimbabwe is rapidly positioning itself as a dominant force in the global lithium supply chain, bolstered by the state-owned Kuvimba Mining House’s announcement to begin construction on a landmark $270.

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Central Banks in Africa Turn to Gold for Stability and Global Leverage

Gold has historically served as a reliable store of value and a strategic anchor in central banking—and African nations are reaffirming its relevance in today’s volatile economic climate. As global.

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Zimbabwe’s Long-Term Vision: Promoting Local Value Addition in Lithium Industry

Zimbabwe has consistently demonstrated a forward-looking approach to its mineral resources, aiming to maximise the benefits for its economy and communities. A notable example of this strategy is the country’s.

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Mission 300: Advancing Africa’s Path Toward Universal Electricity Access

The Mission 300 initiative, a collaborative effort led by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the World Bank Group, alongside a broad range of development partners, continues to make.

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African Countries Defying Global Slowdown with Stronger GDP Growth in 2025

A decline in real GDP growth is affecting numerous African countries as 2025 progresses. This deceleration is primarily driven by global trade uncertainties, inflationary pressures, monetary tightening, and domestic fiscal.

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