Communities near South African mines demand involvement in local renewable energy projects Civil society groups support a model that directly benefits residents and workers Report criticizes lack of ...

Despite progress in digital development, significant disparities in digital access persist across regions and social groups. Strategic initiatives are therefore critical in addressing these gaps by ...

Cashew processors in Senegal are raising concerns over access to raw nuts despite recent government support In 2024, only 3% of the country’s cashew harvest was processed locally, causing losses and ...

Abuja Federal High Court rejects MultiChoice’s suit to block investigation into recent subscription hikes The ruling confirms FCCPC’s power to oversee pricing practices under the 2018 Competition Act ...

WMO report says North Africa recorded the highest temperature anomaly in 2024 Rising temperatures, drought, and extreme weather impact food, water, and stability Climate-related costs could reach 5% ...

Ethiopia partners with Ethio Telecom to roll out three major digital transport systems GSMA estimates the shift could add 24 billion birrs ($177.2 million) in value by 2028 The initiative may create ...

Metro extension to Houari Boumediene airport planned for completion by 2027 Project supports plan to double airport capacity to 20 million passengers Part of Algeria’s broader effort to position ...

Sun King receives $80 million local currency loan to expand off-grid solar IFC and Stanbic IBTC structured the deal to support rural electrification Over 85 million Nigerians still lack access to ...

Energy reforms under President Tinubu attract renewed investment Offshore projects secured over $8 billion in commitments, led by majors Refineries restarting and smart meter rollout planned for power ...

The Congolese government has launched an online learning platform to teach IT and communication skills to young people, as the youth unemployment rate hovers around 42%. Developed by the African ...

Nigeria targets ICT to contribute 22% of GDP by 2027, up from 17% in 2024 Abia signs MoU with MTN; other states push forward with training and infrastructure Federal and state-led efforts focus on ...

Recently appointed to lead the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) operations in Africa, Ethiopis Tafara visited Lomé as part of “Africa Leads,” a forum bringing together project leaders ...