Why Returns from European Countries are Hugely Unpopular in Most African Countries
The forced return of migrants from the European Union (EU) to their countries of origin continues to be a source of major tension in African countries as well as EU member states. The result has been that the EU – and individual member states – have been scrambling to come up with ways to improve […]
A $3 billion IMF Bailout Will Not Instantly Solve Ghana’s Economic Problems
President Nana Akufo-Addo said that the IMF bailout will restore trust and put the nation’s economy back on a solid foundation in a televised speech to the nation on Sunday. “It should lead to the restoration of confidence and the reopening of avenues that have been closed to us this past year and a half. […]
Can Kenya Successfully Establish Efficient and Affordable Smartphone Manufacturing?
There were 503.14 million smartphone subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2021, and the number of smartphone subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to reach 798 million by 2027, based on the steady growth seen in earlier years. Despite this valuable potential to establish a notable presence in the global industry, the production and assembly of […]
How to Be a Female Politician in Africa
Doreen Nyanjura is a modern politician. She announced on Twitter that she would be standing in Uganda’s 2026 presidential election; has a name for her supporters — the Nyanjuraholics — and has characterized her platform with a catchy hashtag: #ThePoliticalAntidote. But with this presence online, Nyanjura says she faces the now-standard challenges of being a […]
Egyptian Firm Unveils IoT-enabled Smartwatch
Egyptian Internet of Things (IoT) startup CardoO has launched its first IoT-enabled smartwatch, marking its debut in the device market with the intention of simplifying and enhancing the lifestyle of its users through advanced features and connectivity. CardoO facilitates access to the latest affordable consumer electronics and IoT devices for MENA consumers, offering these products […]
Women at the Forefront of Africa’s Peace Efforts
As the U.N. calls for more participation of women globally in peace and security efforts, West African women are playing a more prominent role in the region’s military effort to stop extremism. U.S.-led training is helping to bring more women to the front lines to win hearts and minds in terrorist hot spots. SOURCE: VOA
