November 01, 2022
Eritrea: Eritrea Sovereign Debt and Economic Profile
Eritrea's debt stands at 175 per cent of its GDP. Read more »
Africa: Becoming Africa's Singapore - Rwanda Banks On Technology to Rebuild Its Economy
Popularly known as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda is still on an ambitious quest to become Africa's Singapore,leading the country in technology advancements to revolutionize… Read more »
Sierra Leone: Inside Sierra Leone's Worrying Debt Situation
Whereas a complexity of concerns presages a landscape beset with considerable difficulties in the year ahead, Sierra Leone's debt-to-GDP burden should be of particular concern to… Read more »
Africa: How Capital Can Eliminate Hunger in Africa
Banks and financial services companies exist to do more than just create value for their shareholders. Read more »
Ethiopia: US, World Powers Jostle for a Piece of Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a unique country in Africa not only because it was not colonised but because it stands as a beacon of resilience regardless of the challenges it has faced over the… Read more »
Kenya: GMO Ban Lifting - the Future of Kenya's Indigenous Seeds
The future of Kenya's indigenous seeds hangs in the balance with a cabinet resolution lifting a decade-old ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Read more »
October 31, 2022
Africa: #AfricaClimateCrisis Threatens Livelihoods of Millions of People
According to the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), climate change impacts will result in higher temperatures and inconsistent rainfall patterns by 2050, causing… Read more »
Africa: Linking Decentralised Finance to African Trade
The transformative effects of DeFi on advancing financial inclusion, assisting African trade, and strengthening Africa's economy match the technology with the global sustainability… Read more »
Africa: Three Kenyans Who Have Transitioned to CEO Roles in African Countries
Alcoholic beverage company Guinness Nigeria PLC, a Diageo subsidiary, has appointed John Musunga as the new Managing Director and CEO, effective November 1, 2022. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC President Tshisekedi's Tanzania Visit Increases Investments
DRC President Felix Tshisekedi has made his second visit to Tanzania, where he signed bilateral deals for regional infrastructure works to increase connectivity and improve the… Read more »
October 30, 2022
Africa: Technological Innovation Crucial for Africa's Economic Growth
Unleashing Africa's economic growth potential requires inclusive technological innovation solutions that empower everyone, regardless of economic status or literacy level. Read more »
Africa: Russia-Ukraine War - the Connection to Food Security in Africa
Food security in Africa has always been the centre stage of all major global meetings. Photos of starving naked children have been paraded so much that hunger and Africa have… Read more »
Tanzania: Zanzibar Economy - What Diplomats Can Do to Attract Investment
Zanzibar's economy is doing well but can do better, especially by increasing its foreign direct investment to boost its blue economy potential. Read more »
Africa: Rising Inflation in Africa Represents Priority Action Area
Addressing the rising inflation in Africa while supporting economic growth and cushioning the vulnerable against economic shocks requires an urgent but careful approach. Read more »
October 29, 2022
Africa: The African Diaspora Can Help Chart a Solid Economic Growth Path
According to the African Union (AU), the African diaspora comprises people of African origin living outside the continent, regardless of nationality or citizenship, ready to… Read more »
Tanzania: Zero Malaria in Zanzibar By 2027, Realistic?
Zero Malaria: Through the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), Zanzibar plans to end malaria prevalence by 2027 as part of the island's initiatives to improve welfare and increase… Read more »
October 28, 2022
Africa: Weed for Export - Raising African Economies High On Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana may very well be the agri-business that Africa needs to get its economies high in the global multi-billion agro-industry. Read more »
Kenya: Top Four Corporate Changes in Kenya So Far in 2022
It is not uncommon for companies to experience frequent CEO changes. Read more »
Africa: Time Ripe to Invest in Africa's Financial Literacy
Even though financial literacy in Africa has a lot of room for improvement, technology has grown tremendously on the continent, with many embracing digital transformations in the… Read more »
Tanzania: Zanzibar Economy - What Diplomats Can Do Attract Investment
Zanzibar's economy is doing well but can do better, especially by increasing its foreign direct investment to boost its blue economy potential. Read more »
October 26, 2022
Africa: Kenya, Nigeria, SA Lead Fintech Growth As Sector Sees Massive Expansion
Mastercard has released a new study that indicates that fintech startups in Africa grew 81 per cent in 2021, with South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya emerging as key hubs on the… Read more »
Africa: Demand for Connectivity Pushes Growth of 5G Related Activities in Sub-Saharan Africa
5G-related activities are picking up across the Sub-Saharan Africa region, including 5G spectrum auctions, 5G pilots and commercial trials The Mobile Economy Sub-Saharan Africa… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Blue Economy - Potential for Diversification
Africa's blue economy highlights the concerns of landlocked nations and inland water habitats. It entails many highly productive activities, the results of which, if well-managed,… Read more »
October 25, 2022
Zimbabwe: Innscor Africa Limited - the Corporate Investment Juggernaut Case
The ZSE listed conglomerate has an impressive track record spanning 35 years of creating and building value accretive businesses. Read more »
Africa: Africa Poised to Benefit From Hybrid Connectivity Solutions
Liquid Cloud, Microsoft Collaborate to Deploy Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure in Africa Combining linear TV via satellite and on-demand services via OTT offers content in optimum… Read more »