By Caleb Maru Expanding across Africa is no small feat. With 54 countries, 41 currencies, and widely varying regulations and consumer behaviors, the continent presents a...
By NJ Ayuk For many in the developed world, electricity is an unquestioned part of daily life. They rarely consider what it means to live without...
By John Kourkoutas When it comes to doing business in Africa, Nigeria is always at the center of the conversation – and for good reason. With...
By Godfred Zina Tensions between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) have spilled into the regional arena, culminating in Rwanda’s decision to...
By Mary Alorh In today’s fiercely competitive global landscape, opportunity often emerges where others have failed – and nowhere is this more evident than in the...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson Did you know that seven out of the 15 most expensive countries for sending remittances are in Africa? For millions of workers sending...
By Dishant Shah Africa is often one of the most misunderstood regions when it comes to long-term investment. Yet beneath the surface of outdated perceptions lies...
By Gregory Simpkins When the Soviet Union dissolved more than three decades ago, hope rose globally that an end to the Cold War would allow democracy...
By David Coleman I once dated someone who proudly showed off a US$30 jar of luxury soap she had just bought. I looked at it and...
By John Kourkoutas The phrase is often repeated – yet rarely explained. Stripped of context and nuance, it risks oversimplifying a complex reality. The truth is,...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Three months ago, I found myself in a strategic planning meeting with one of my executive partners at DefSEC Analytics Africa Ltd....
By Dishant Shah Expanding into Africa may feel like navigating uncharted territory – but that’s precisely what makes it one of the most exciting and dynamic...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The Thirty Years’ War between Catholics and Protestants in 17th-century Europe not only devastated the continent but also gave rise to a...
By John Kourkoutas Often overlooked on the global stage, Malawi is a hidden gem in Southern Africa – precisely because it is under the radar, it...
By Mary Alorh The oppressor’s most potent tool is the manipulation of self-worth. By making individuals feel lesser, they turn personal suffering into the very foundation...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo To build a food-secure future, the world must harness the energy, creativity, and innovation of young people – in science, research, and...
By Godfred Zina China’s footprint in Africa has grown dramatically over the past two decades, positioning it as one of the continent’s largest bilateral creditors. Through...
By Dishant Shah What you are looking at is more than just a map – it is Africa’s future in motion. This is the proposed Pan-African...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Eritrea: Honestly, I wasn’t even asking for the spotlight. Chad: Hey, I just held an election not too long ago. And wait...
By Danilo Desiderio A few months ago, we explored how Africa’s unique geography – marked by vast distances between production centers and consumer markets, along with...
By Emmanuel Musaazi From the fifteenth century onwards, Africa’s path has been shaped by external powers who saw the continent less as a partner and more...
By Mary Alorh Africa’s latest push to harness its abundant natural resources for economic transformation may sound familiar – but this time, the stakes are higher,...
By Dishant Shah When most people think of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), they imagine sprawling rainforests, rich mineral deposits, or a complex...
By Gregory Simpkins In the last few years, China and Russia have used the coalition they created – Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (BRICS) to...
By Godfred Zina In a bold step toward Pan-African unity, Ghana has emerged as a regional leader in championing the vision of a borderless Africa. In...
By NJ Ayuk In the wake of last month’s Invest in African Energy forum, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) has reaffirmed its stance: Africa’s energy future...
By Mary Alorh Africa’s greatest strength lies in its people – a youthful and diverse population spread across five distinct regions: North Africa, Central Africa, East...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In 2024, Gabon emerged as the world’s second-largest producer of manganese, churning out 4.6 million metric tons of the critical metal –...
By Danilo Desiderio A seismic shift has rocked the African financial landscape. On June 4, global ratings agency Fitch delivered a sharp blow to the continent’s...
By Dishant Shah Picture a map of Africa speckled with 16 landlocked countries – stretching from Mali and Niger in the west to Uganda and Ethiopia...
By Mary Alorh Africa’s legacy will not be defined by outdated prejudices or external narratives, but by the unyielding strength, resilience, and determination of its people....
By Gregory Simpkins The recently-concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2025 (ADIS2025) commemorated a decade of the promotion of Diaspora investment in Africa by the African Diaspora...
By Godfred Zina As Russia expands its footprint in East Africa, Ethiopia and the Russian Federation are forging a closer strategic relationship that spans defense, economics,...
By Dishant Shah Africa is not a monolith – it’s a dynamic continent made up of more than 50 countries, each with its own distinct languages,...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo Africa’s relative underdevelopment compared to other regions of the world is a complex issue rooted in a combination of historical, geographical, political,...
By Mary Alorh China’s foreign policy in Africa has long been defined by the principle of non-interference – a strategic approach that emphasizes respect for national...
By Danilo Desiderio Two months ago, we highlighted the growing security challenges confronting businesses in Ethiopia, particularly those operating along trade routes plagued by internal conflict....
By John Kourkoutas When it comes to Africa’s emerging business hubs, Mozambique doesn’t always command the spotlight – but perhaps it should. Nestled along the southeastern...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, one of the central pillars of the global counterterrorism strategy became the disruption of terror...
By Ronald Sanders On May 25, a day before Guyana commemorated its 59th year of independence, the government of Nicolás Maduro said it intends to stage...
By Mary Alorh When stories of visa denials echo across Africa, it becomes painfully clear why so many young Africans – men and women alike –...
By Dishant Shah Take a closer look at a map of Africa’s critical minerals, and you will see an extraordinary mosaic of resources that underpin modern...
By Godfred Zina Recent rumors of a potential coup in Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) have sparked political unease and raised broader questions about governance, transparency, and...
By Paul Nantulya Africa is at the center of rising global demand for critical minerals and metals such as lithium, graphite, cobalt, coltan, manganese, platinum, tantalum,...
By Gregory Simpkins Let me begin by saying that there is no genocide in South Africa. According to Article II of the United Nations Convention o...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson An Africa Day Timeline: 1963 – 2025 Africa Day – formerly known as African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day – marks the...
By Dishant Shah It is a simple question – but one that cuts to the heart of Africa’s economic future. Right now, most African countries trade...
By Godfred Zina As African nations increasingly assert control over their natural resources, Liberia has emerged as the latest country to crack down on illegal mining...
By Danilo Desiderio In a March 19, 2025 Fox News interview, Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi pointed to a shifting geopolitical landscape in Africa, noting that declining...
By John Kourkoutas When you hear the phrase “most expensive cities,” your mind likely jumps to global metropolises like London, New York, or Tokyo. But in...
By Ronald Sanders “A nation without borders is not a nation.” That is the opening line of an advisory issued by the U.S. Department of State...
By Danilo Desiderio Despite a significant increase in food production over the past two decades, hunger and food insecurity across Africa have paradoxically risen. A recent...
By Dishant Shah Expanding into Africa may feel like navigating uncharted territory – but for businesses willing to invest time and insight, it represents one of...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson Over the past two decades, a dramatic shift has reshaped Africa’s trade landscape. In 2003, just 18 African countries – about 35 percent...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Resource nationalism is often misunderstood as resource nationalization – but the two are not synonymous. I explored this distinction in detail a...
By Danilo Desiderio Alarming levels of banned pesticide residues – some linked to developmental and reproductive harm – have been found in potatoes grown in Nyandarua...
By Gregory Simpkins South Africa’s Nelson Mandela (Madiba – clan name of respect in the Xhosa language), Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah (Osagyefo – redeemer in the Akan...
By NJ Ayuk To any newcomer navigating the congested, fast-paced freeways of Los Angeles, California, the sheer volume of traffic is only part of the story....
By Dishant Shah Africa is rich – not just in natural resources, but in talent, innovation, and ambition. Yet, year after year, the continent quietly hemorrhages...
By Godfred Zina The humanitarian crisis in South Sudan is deteriorating rapidly as a deadly combination of armed conflict, intercommunal violence, economic instability, climate change, and...
By Danilo Desiderio The Group of Twenty (G20) stands as one of the world’s most influential multilateral forums, comprising 19 leading economies – Argentina, Australia, Brazil,...
By Dishant Shah When it comes to boosting trade between India and Africa, the conversation often revolves around tariffs, logistics, and infrastructure. These are undeniably important...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson As Africa’s seventh-largest country and its second-largest oil exporter, Angola stands at a critical juncture in its economic journey. After decades of reliance...
By Jide Akinsemoyin In September 2024, a striking image emerged on the global stage: 53 African delegations convened in Beijing for the Ninth Forum on China-Africa...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo are currently grappling with devastating floods, as relentless rains cause rivers to overflow and displace...
By Danilo Desiderio In an increasingly competitive global economy, African nations face mounting pressure to protect their domestic industries from unfair trade practices such as dumping,...
By Dishant Shah For decades, trade within Africa has been brimming with potential. Yet turning that promise into reality has often hit roadblocks: inconsistent customs regulations,...
By Godfred Zina Mali is once again at a crossroads. In a recent decree citing concerns over public order, General Assimi Goïta – de facto leader...
By John Kourkoutas If you’re not yet looking at Zambia, you’re overlooking one of Africa’s most strategic – and still underappreciated – markets for exporters and...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu More than a year after this piece was first written, the presence of the Gulf states in Africa has become increasingly pronounced....
By NJ Ayuk I will be speaking at the upcoming Invest in African Energy Forum, where we will continue to confront a growing push from global...
By Gregory Simpkins At the outset of the current Trump administration, it was widely believed that his transactional mindset would facilitate US-Africa trade and boost both...
By Yaw Kissi “If China did this, the world would scream. If Russia attempted it, headlines would flood every news cycle. But when France does it,...
By Mary Alorh Across the world, mothers have long served as the cornerstone of society – nurturing families, building communities, and shaping futures. In Africa, this...
By Danilo Desiderio The adoption of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Protocol on Digital Trade marks a pivotal moment in Africa’s economic evolution. By...
By Dishant Shah When most envision doing business in Africa, the image is deceptively simple: locate buyers, ship containers, and reap profits. Yet beneath this surface...
By Godfred Zina Despite perceptions of declining U.S. strategic interest in Africa, American security cooperation with the continent continues to hold firm, underscored by a series...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent academic study titled “Building a New Reputation: The Impact of Adopting Voluntary Standards” has uncovered an intriguing link between corporate environmental...
By Amma Boakye-Danquah A recent piece by Kirstie Kwarteng for the Atlantic Council has been lingering in my mind. In it, she challenges the idea that...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Last year, Chad issued a stark warning: it might withdraw from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), the regional coalition established to...
By Amon Munyaneza On a roadside in Kampala, Uganda, a woman sells cassava before sunrise. No CRM. No loyalty program. No app. Yet by 9 a.m.,...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo Mobile phone use across Africa is surging at an unprecedented pace. Whether in bustling urban centers or deep within rural communities –...
By John Kourkoutas Railways in Africa are more than tracks and locomotives – they are arteries of opportunity. Yet, decades of underinvestment have left the continent’s...
By Dishant Shah President João Lourenço’s state visit to New Delhi this week marked a historic milestone – his is the first Angolan presidential trip to...
By Godfred Zina A year after my initial analysis of Togo’s political trajectory, the nation finds itself at a pivotal juncture. President Faure Gnassingbé, heir to...
By Danilo Desiderio It’s a common narrative in global development discourse: Africa’s vast natural resources are seen as the continent’s golden ticket to economic ascension. After...
By Yannick Lefang In the 21st-century information age, controlling the narrative is as valuable as controlling natural resources. As African nations strive for economic sovereignty and...
By Ronald Sanders Across the nations of the Americas, a silent emergency is suffocating hope, stealing futures, and exacting an unbearable toll in lives lost and...
By Danilo Desiderio A groundbreaking study from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, titled “Diversifying European Supply Chains: Can Africa Play a Role?“, argues that...
By Gregory Simpkins When the French colony of St. Domingue achieved its independence as Haiti on January 1 1804, following a 13-year revolution to topple French...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) is one of the UN’s longest-standing missions, rooted in the early...
By Dishant Shah The African Development Bank’s latest projections paint a vibrant picture of transformation across Africa, with a striking mix of nations poised to outpace...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent trade dispute between Tanzania, Malawi, and South Africa has thrust the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) into the spotlight, underscoring...
By NJ Ayuk At African Energy Week (AEW) 2025, Senegal’s meteoric rise as a leader in Africa’s energy transformation will take center stage, with Minister of...
By Jamila Bukar Gana The movement of people – so natural in its pursuit of safety, dignity, and opportunity – can, under certain conditions, be weaponized....
By Godfred Zina The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) and Belgium share a fraught, centuries-old relationship shaped by colonial exploitation, imbalanced power dynamics, and...
By Amon Munyaneza In a bustling African city, a young tech entrepreneur – laptop open, a half-coded app glowing on the screen, clad in skinny jeans...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo While the world races to invest in AI-driven agriculture, the real story unfolding across Africa is far more grounded – and far...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Since rejoining the African Union in 2017, Morocco has steadily expanded its influence across the continent, with a particular focus on West...
By Danilo Desiderio Africa, a continent rich in cultural diversity and deeply rooted in communal values, holds a powerful yet underutilized asset that could transform the...
By Dishant Shah From the bustling streets of Nairobi to the electrifying beats of Lagos’s music festivals, and the vibrant marketplaces of Accra, Africa pulses with...
By Mary Alorh As the first pope hailing from the Global South, Pope Francis brought a profound understanding of the entrenched issues of inequality, imperialism, and...
By Danilo Desiderio On December 18 2023, the Financial Times published an article that had an international resonance, which argued that Africa cannot grow without increasing...
By Ajay Wasserman While global investors funnel billions into Asia and Latin America, one continent remains conspicuously overlooked – despite housing 17 percent of the world’s...
By Gregory Simpkins Throughout history, people with strong beliefs have often taken their beliefs too far, provoking an opposite reaction from those who believe otherwise. Such...
By Dishant Shah Africa stands out as the continent with the highest number of regional trade blocs – more than any other part of the world....
By Fidel Amakye Owusu When it comes to global influence, is presence truly more impactful than absence? As the United States announces the closure of several...
By Dishant Shah It’s a straightforward question, but it invites profound reflection. Currently, most African countries trade more with nations outside the continent than with their...
By Mary Alorh The world’s most powerful nations are increasingly establishing military bases along Africa’s Red Sea coast and beyond, raising concerns about a growing militarization...
By Godfred Zina Despite growing skepticism about the long-term efficacy of relying on institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF), many African nations are once again...
By Danilo Desiderio Could the concept of a national “Made in” brand evolve into a unified, continent-wide “Made in Africa” initiative? This question is gaining traction...
By Dishant Shah Africa is poised to chart a unique path to growth – one that diverges sharply from the trajectories of China or India –...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu As part of my regional analyses and forecasts for Africa in late 2023, I highlighted Kenya as a nation to watch closely...
By Dishant Shah It’s a question that has sparked curiosity – and often heated debate. On the surface, Africa appears to be a geological jackpot, brimming...
By Mary Alorh Regional integration is not just a goal – it is a necessity for both individual subregions and the broader African continent. By fostering...
By NJ Ayuk African governments must take decisive action to address the challenges that hinder business operations across the continent. These obstacles not only deter investment...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo For decades, Africa’s agricultural narrative has been dominated by one central theme: primary production. We celebrate bountiful harvests and marvel at vast...
By Godfred Zina As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) marks its 50th anniversary, the regional bloc finds itself at a pivotal moment. Despite...
By Ajay Wasserman It’s time to shift your gaze. South. Way south. Africa isn’t on the rise – Africa has arrived. From Cape Town to Cairo,...
By Gregory Simpkins Since the Scramble for Africa in the 1880s, and in fact even before then, various foreign nations have had an abiding interest in...
By Godfred Zina Since January 2025, the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has been engulfed in a devastating conflict that has claimed approximately 7,000...
By Dishant Shah The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is spearheading an ambitious initiative to revolutionize agriculture across the continent through the establishment of Special Agro-Industrial...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The introduction of new tariffs has reignited discussions about free trade across Africa, particularly in West Africa – a region grappling with...
By Yannick Lefang US president Donald Trump’s return to power has reignited global debates about leadership, foreign policy, and the future of international relations. But in...
By Mary Alorh Despite the swirling currents of global economic uncertainty, Africa’s economic growth is poised to remain resilient, with regional economies charting diverse yet promising...
By Dishant Shah Africa is emerging as the next big investment hotspot, and the numbers are starting to tell an undeniable story. In 2024 alone, foreign...
By Danilo Desiderio The April 2025 edition of the UNCTAD Global Trade Update offers a comprehensive analysis of the newly implemented “reciprocal tariffs” by the United...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Years ago, the discovery of vast natural gas reserves off the coast of Mozambique ignited hopes for a brighter economic future. For...
By Danilo Desiderio A groundbreaking Afrobarometer survey spanning 34 African countries sheds light on a fascinating paradox: the appetite for trade liberalization is stronger in autocratic...
By Gregory Simpkins During the last decade, the international economic order has been in significant turmoil – from the immediate and ancillary impacts of the Russia-Ukraine...
By Godfred Zina In recent years, the once-strong relationship between France and Algeria has deteriorated significantly, with trade between the two nations plummeting by 30 percent...
By Danilo Desiderio While tariffs have gained renewed attention under recent administrations, they are far from the only tools countries use to restrict imports. Beyond tariffs,...
By Dishant Shah When we think of low-cost manufacturing hubs, Asia often dominates the conversation. But what if the next big player wasn’t in Asia at...
By Mary Alorh The intricate bond between Africa and Europe stretches back centuries, with the Mediterranean Sea acting as both a natural bridge and a cultural...
By John Kourkoutas Most people have never heard of the Lobito Corridor, a transformative trade route that connects Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo...
By Godfred Zina In recent years, the democratic landscape in several African nations has deteriorated alarmingly. Authoritarian rule, violent extremism, rampant corruption, human rights abuses, discrimination,...
By NJ Ayuk Too often, African politicians are quick to declare, “It’s our oil. It’s our country.” This refrain fosters an “us versus them” mentality, as...
By Ronald Sanders For decades, many Caribbean nations have grappled with dependence on a small number of powerful countries to supply vital imports, fill hotel rooms...
By Dishant Shah For decades, Africa has stood as a central recipient of Western aid, with over US$1 trillion in foreign assistance flowing into the continent...
By Godfred Zina The political upheavals in West Africa’s Sahel region have sparked a dramatic realignment of international alliances. In the wake of successive coups, the...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson In a bold move underscoring its commitment to strengthening economic ties, China granted 33 African countries zero tariffs on all their exports to...
By Gregory Simpkins Within hours after taking office, US President Donald Trump set about dismantling Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programming in the US government. Needless...
By Mary Alorh The global stage is undergoing a seismic shift, ushering in a multipolar world order that offers nations an unprecedented array of choices. Gone...
By Dishant Shah Since its inception in 2000, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has stood as one of the cornerstone trade programs fostering economic...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu In a significant step toward continental integration, Ghana and Morocco have agreed to initiate a broad visa waiver for all categories of...
By Dishant Shah Africa is on the rise, but its journey toward sustained economic growth and prosperity is shaped by three formidable challenges – Connectivity, Corruption,...
By Dishant Shah Central Africa may not always grab the spotlight when discussions turn to Africa’s economic growth, with West and East Africa often taking center...
By Jide Akinsemoyin In September 2024, an extraordinary spectacle unfolded in Beijing: 53 high-level African delegations, including 36 heads of state, gathered for the 9th Forum...
By Edson Mpyisi This week, the Mobilizing Access to the Digital Economy (MADE) Alliance Africa hosted a pivotal side meeting during the African Development Bank’s Scaling...
By Caleb Maru What began in 2009 as a way to send money online has evolved into a staggering US$3 trillion market, with countless digital currencies...
By Zekarias Woldemariam For Ethiopians, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) represents far more than a hydropower project. It embodies a nation’s resolve to harness its...
By Mary Alorh The M23 rebel group emerged in 2012 from a mutiny by disgruntled Congolese soldiers frustrated by the government’s failure to uphold the 2009...
By Godfred Zina Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, has officially assumed office as the 7th Secretary-General of the Commonwealth...
By Dishant Shah The West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), also known as WAEMU, is a unique and ambitious economic bloc that aims to integrate...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu At the dawn of the 21st century, Africa boasted no shortage of nations with the diplomatic clout to mediate regional conflicts. Angola,...
By Danilo Desiderio Despite significant strides in infrastructure development, energy efficiency, and resource utilization, Africa’s industrialization remains insufficient to meet the continent’s growing needs, according to...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo Investing in agriculture goes beyond simply purchasing land, planting crops, and selling produce. True profitability lies in adding value to what you...
By Gregory Simpkins With the Trump administration’s effort to curtail foreign aid, ostensibly due to concerns about corruption and misdirection of funds, US relations with the...
By Mary Alorh A truly profound moment during Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s inauguration occurred when she shared the stage with former Liberian president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf, a...
By Emmanuel Musaazi The African Diaspora is people of African descent who live outside the African continent due to historical and contemporary migration. This includes descendants...
By Dishant Shah India and Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) have cultivated a strong and growing trade relationship, presenting significant opportunities for Indian exporters eager to enter...
By John Kourkoutas This map isn’t just a collection of ports and shipping lanes – it’s a strategic blueprint of global influence unfolding before our eyes....
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Namibia is a country of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and immense potential. Once a German colony known as “German South West Africa”...
By Godfred Zina Since coming to power through a military coup that ousted longtime leader Robert Mugabe in 2017, President Emmerson Mnangagwa now appears to be...
By Dishant Shah Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a decision that reshapes the region’s...
By Danilo Desiderio Corridor Management Authorities (CMAs) across Africa are increasingly recognizing the critical role of sophisticated IT tools in monitoring transport corridor performance. These systems...
By Mary Alorh For centuries, African nations have been at the forefront of producing valuable minerals to meet the growing demands of the global market. Among...
By Michelle Hadebe Last week, US President Donald Trump expelled South Africa’s ambassador, giving him 72 hours to depart. This wasn’t just another diplomatic disagreement –...
By Chike Ayodele Igwegbe The concept of a United States of Africa has long captured the imagination of Pan-African leaders and visionaries, sparking debate about its...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Last Sunday, I received a call from Doha. An Al Jazeera journalist had requested an interview seeking my analysis on the influx...
By Danilo Desiderio As Kenya launches a pilot project to transport flowers by rail via refrigerated containers from Naivasha to the Mombasa port for export to...
By Dishant Shah The Kribi Deepwater Port in Cameroon stands as one of Central Africa’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, designed to ease congestion at the Douala...
By Gregory Simpkins The United States and Israel have floated the idea of moving Palestinians from Gaza to East Africa so that peace will allow for...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson Namibia’s newly elected President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has made history with her groundbreaking cabinet appointments, further solidifying her commitment to gender equality and national...
By NJ Ayuk As the world transitions to a low-carbon economy, coal is increasingly under scrutiny. Many industrialized nations have raised concerns over its environmental and...
By Dishant Shah Corruption in Africa is not just a problem – it is a deeply entrenched reality affecting governance, business, investment, and everyday life. Its...
By Mary Alorh The ongoing restructuring at USAID, one of the largest sources of U.S. government aid, has the potential to impact numerous governments worldwide that...
By Mark-Anthony Johnson Today, March 21, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in Africa’s trade history as we commemorate the 7th anniversary of the African Continental Free...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Burundi, one of the world’s poorest nations, finds itself burdened with the disproportionate impact of a regional conflict. With one of the...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo Emerging markets, particularly Africa, offer vast potential for climate tech solutions, especially in the areas of off-grid energy, sustainable agriculture, and water...
By Dishant Shah Africa’s economic landscape is being shaped by eight major Regional Economic Communities (RECs), each striving – sometimes successfully, sometimes not – to drive...
By Danilo Desiderio A compelling article published by Semafor Africa sheds light on a significant challenge: the low brand awareness of African products among Africans and...
By Mary Alorh During my college years as a sociology student, I learned that every policy or action has two sides: the manifest effect, which is...
By Emmanuel Musaazi Historically, during the feudal era – precolonial times – societies were organized into kingdoms and clanships. Water bodies and waterways, such as lakes...
By Dishant Shah Africa is often portrayed through a narrow lens in the global media – focused on poverty, conflict, and instability. But this is far...
By Ronald Sanders A rules-based international trading system has long been a foundation of global commerce, providing stability, fostering investment, and ensuring fair competition. Though imperfect,...
By Godfred Zina The growing diplomatic ties between Eritrea and Saudi Arabia are poised to reshape the power dynamics in the Red Sea and the Horn...
By Gregory Simpkins The destruction of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is just about complete. Even Prosper Africa, administered by the agency and created...
By Danilo Desiderio Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have surged into the spotlight, sparking vital discussions about their potential to reshape Africa’s economic landscape. Their role as...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu Strategically located at the crossroads of these regions, Uganda plays an indispensable role in maintaining regional stability. Despite being landlocked, Uganda connects...
By Dishant Shah Africa stands as the only continent without a dedicated regional financial safety net to manage economic shocks and address debt refinancing challenges. Debt...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent analysis by the Washington-based African Center for Strategic Studies highlights the extensive presence of Chinese firms in African ports. According to...
By Mary Alorh Over the years, Africa’s vast natural resources have been mismanaged by political elites and corporate giants who exploit weak institutional frameworks to avoid...
By Jean Claude Niyomugabo Agriculture in Africa is no longer just a traditional, subsistence activity for the poor or a retirement plan for the elderly. It...
By Godfred Zina While the world closely follows the war in Ukraine, two of the most devastating humanitarian crises – those in Sudan and the Democratic...
By JP Følsgaard Bak The next decade is poised to belong to Africa. As geopolitical tensions strain relationships among the world’s superpowers, the African continent stands...
By Dishant Shah Africa boasts a vast agricultural market with enormous potential, yet it remains underdeveloped. The continent is home to 60 percent of the world’s...
By Fidel Amakye Owusu The decision by three landlocked nations—Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger – to leave the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has...
By Danilo Desiderio A recent publication from AfCFTA Dialogues, a platform dedicated to raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of the African Continental Free Trade...
By Mary Alorh Since its inception in 1911, International Women’s Day has served as a powerful platform for advocacy and change. In 2025, this global celebration...