March 04
Africa: America's Iron Fist: Unleashing Uncertainty
On February 28, 2026, an unprecedented escalation unfolded in the Middle East, marking the most severe military confrontation in decades. The United States and Israel launched… Read more »
February 27
Africa: The UAE and The Search For Global Recognition
From macroeconomic stability to urban competitiveness and entrepreneurial dynamism, the United Arab Emirates has accumulated a series of high-profile international rankings in… Read more »
February 23
Africa: Advanced iGaming Technologies: Insights from Casino and Betting Agents
The iGaming industry has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade, driven by rapid technological innovation and changing player expectations. To better understand… Read more »
February 20
Africa: Africa's Ventural Capital Investment in Tech Regains Momentum - Why?
Venture capital investment is enjoying a resurgence in Africa. What's behind this trend? Read more »
February 18
Uganda: Senior Ugandan security officials sued by global entrepreneur Vasundhara Oswal for arbitrary detention
Prominent international businesswoman Vasundhara Oswal has filed a human rights petition before the High Court of Uganda, alleging that top security officials illegally and… Read more »
February 17
Africa: New U.S. Visa Policies Raise Concerns for African Students' Access to Education
In most African urban centers, the American dream of studying in the United States is being formed in silent, mundane ways: a student going through notes by generator light, a… Read more »
February 12
Africa: UN Climate Change Executive Secretary - New era of climate cooperation an antidote to chaos and coercion
Speaking in Istanbul alongside COP31 President Murat Kurum of Turkey, United Nations Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell said cooperation on climate change can provide… Read more »
February 07
North Africa: Shock Attack in Moscow: Ukraine's Suspected Terrorist Road to Geopolitical Power
On Tuesday, 3 February 2026, Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev, a high-ranking deputy in Russia's Ministry of Defense and a key figure serving under Igor Kostyukov, head of the… Read more »
February 05
Africa: The ICC's Bias and Failures: Time for Africa to Move On?
The International Criminal Court (ICC) was established in 2002 under the Rome Statute to prosecute the most serious international crimes when national courts cannot or will not… Read more »
February 03
Niger: Explosions and Gunfire Target Strategic Sites Near Niger's Capital Airport: Who is Responsible?
On the night of January 28 into the early morning of January 29, 2026, sustained heavy gunfire and explosions near Diori Hamani International Airport shook the Nigerien capital,… Read more »
January 23
Africa: The UAE as a key actor in promoting Africa's tourism landscape
Over the past four years, the UAE has consolidated its position as one of Africa's leading foreign investors, channeling more than USD 118 billion into a wide range of sectors.… Read more »
Nigeria: Evaluating how New CBN PoS and Agent Banking Rules will Reshape Trust, Access and Competition in Rural Finance
In many rural towns, the "bank" people touch most often is not a branch at all, but a kiosk with a POS terminal, a handwritten ledger, and an agent who knows everyone's name. A… Read more »
Nigeria: The Economics of Gen Z Participation in Nigerian Financial Markets and the Risks of Retail-driven Investment Growth
Young Africans used to invest their money through three main methods, including saving in bank accounts, participating in chama groups, and purchasing stocks through informal or… Read more »
Nigeria: Evaluating how new CBN PoS and agent banking rules will reshape trust, access and competition in rural finance
In many rural towns, the “bank” people touch most often is not a branch at all, but a kiosk with a POS terminal, a handwritten ledger, and an agent who knows… Read more »
Nigeria: The economics of Gen Z participation in Nigerian financial markets and the risks of retail-driven investment growth
Young Africans used to invest their money through three main methods, including saving in bank accounts, participating in chama groups, and purchasing stocks through informal or… Read more »
January 21
Angola: Who will lead Angola in 2027? The 3 main potential candidates of the MPLA
The political landscape in Angola is at a critical moment of great uncertainty, with increased tensions following the recent death of Fernando Piedade dos Santos, an influential… Read more »
January 19
Kenya: Kenya's Rates Are Falling - So Why Do Households Still Feel Squeezed?
Walk into a neighbourhood shop in Nairobi or Nakuru and you will hear the same quiet calculation: how much cash is left after food, rent, transport, school and airtime. At the… Read more »
January 14
Benin: In Benin, Following Ciara, Her Husband Russell Wilson, Former Star NFL Quarterback, Soon To Be Naturalised
Already a Beninese citizen, American singer Ciara is soon to be joined by her husband, former NFL star quarterback Russell Wilson, who is in the process of obtaining Beninese… Read more »
Africa: The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Reaches Semi Finals
Africa’s biggest football competition is reaching fever pitch with only 8 countries out of 24 countries still standing in the competition. The 2025 AFCON is the 35th edition… Read more »
December 29, 2025
Guinea: Pankaj Oswal's Axis International Ltd Initiates USD 28.9 billion World Bank Arbitration Against the Republic of Guinea
Mining permit of Guinea’s second-largest bauxite producer unlawfully terminated. USD 28.9 billion claim based on Guinea – UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty and… Read more »
Africa: Software Development in Africa: Understanding Code Ownership and the Risks of Imitation
Code drives Africa’s tech surge, powered by a young, digital-native population and growing investment. From Lagos to Nairobi to Cape Town, teams are launching payment,… Read more »
December 24, 2025
South Africa: Consumer Protection and Flexibility: The Role of Cash Out in South Africa's Betting Market
The South African betting market is undergoing a significant shift: players are becoming more cautious, providers are becoming more technologically advanced, and regulators are… Read more »
December 19, 2025
Africa: Launch Of Kessa - The New Generation Of African Storytellers Takes The Stage To Transform The Continent's Narrative
30 talents will be selected for this initiative, designed to identify, train, and connect the new voices of African storytelling. Read more »
December 16, 2025
West Africa: Ecobank Côte d'Ivoire and Corus International Sign a Collaboration Agreement To Strengthen Support For Agricultural Cooperatives In West Africa
Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire and Corus International announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening the development, structuring, and… Read more »
December 12, 2025
Africa: Assignment Writing Hacks for African Students: Smarter Ways to Handle Academic Work
Writing assignments can feel overwhelming for many African students. Heavy course loads, unreliable internet, part-time jobs, crowded study spaces, and strict academic expectations… Read more »
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