Dangote Says Africa Could Be a ‘Heaven’ Within Five Years
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, believes the continent can be transformed into a “heaven” within five years—if Africans think boldly and act with purpose. Speaking at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meeting, he emphasized that only Africans can shape their future, urging leaders to prioritize long-term development over personal wealth. Dangote has exemplified this through his $20 billion […]
China and Senegal Strengthen Ties, Champion Global South Unity
During a meeting in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and boosting cooperation across the Global South. Xi emphasized deepening the China-Senegal strategic partnership, enhancing mutual political trust, and advancing shared development through key projects in infrastructure, energy, and digital innovation. He also called for […]
France Completes Military Base Handover in Senegal
France has officially handed over a key military base in Rufisque to Senegal, marking a significant step in its planned troop withdrawal from the country. The move follows President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s 2023 order that all French military bases must close by 2025. The returned communications center, active since Senegal’s 1960 independence, had long served as […]
UN Report Links Rwanda to M23 Command in Eastern Congo Power Grab
A leaked UN report has revealed that Rwanda exercised command and control over M23 rebels during their recent advance across eastern Congo, with the goal of securing territorial and political gains rather than addressing security concerns. The report, soon to be published, accuses Rwanda of training M23 fighters, supplying high-tech weaponry, and deploying thousands of troops in […]
Minister Charts a Bold Course for South Africa in Antarctica
South Africa is putting Antarctica at the heart of its environmental agenda, with Minister Dion George leading a bold policy shift. For decades, the icy frontier received only token attention—until now. George is revitalizing South Africa’s Antarctic engagement, from upgrading infrastructure at its research stations to championing international cooperation at treaty talks. Under his leadership, South […]
From M-PESA to Unicorns: The Fintech Revolution Reshaping Africa
Over the past 15 years, Africa’s fintech scene has undergone a remarkable transformation, expanding access to financial services from simple ATM withdrawals to mobile money, crypto, and super-apps. The game-changing success of Kenya’s M-PESA proved the unbanked could trust digital finance, sparking similar innovations across the continent, including Egypt’s Fawry and Nigeria’s Opay. Companies like […]
Afreximbank Taps Cameroon’s George Elombi to Lead Next Growth Chapter
Cameroonian George Elombi has been appointed President of Afreximbank, succeeding Nigeria’s Benedict Oramah after nearly a decade at the helm. A veteran of the bank since 1996, Elombi assumes leadership amid criticism of Fitch Ratings for downgrading the institution—sparking claims of bias against African entities. Known for his role in shaping Afreximbank’s structure and raising […]
France and Madagascar Reopen Talks Over Scattered Islands
France and Madagascar have resumed talks over the long-disputed Scattered Islands, a cluster of islets rich in marine resources and which are of strategic importance in the Mozambique Channel. Though small in land area, the islands offer control over vast exclusive economic zones teeming with fish and potential gas reserves. Madagascar argues the 1970s transfer of […]
Zambia’s Green Power Puzzle: Can Hydrogen Clean Up Cooking?
While over 80% of Zambians rely on charcoal and firewood for cooking, despite the country’s largely renewable electricity grid, a new study explores green hydrogen as a cleaner, scalable alternative. The research found that using Zambia’s hydropower-dominated grid to produce green hydrogen is more cost-effective and inclusive than building stand-alone solar systems. Green hydrogen, made from […]
Beyond Kilimanjaro: Wild, Remote, and Beautiful Trails Across Africa
While Mount Kilimanjaro grabs the spotlight, Africa is home to a wealth of under-the-radar hiking trails that offer solitude, cultural richness, and jaw-dropping scenery. From Ethiopia’s cloud-kissed Simien Mountains to Namibia’s haunting Fish River Canyon and Uganda’s glacier-tipped Rwenzori peaks, each trek delivers something truly unique. You can traverse ancient volcanoes, alpine meadows, desert canyons, and even […]
