Mozambique’s $6B Mega-Dam Aims to Power Southern Africa’s Future
Mozambique is betting big on electricity with the $6 billion Mphanda Nkuwa hydroelectric plant, the largest energy project in southern Africa in half a century. Backed by the World Bank and private partners, the dam is expected to produce 1,500 megawatts when it begins operations in 2031, helping bridge the region’s 10,000-megawatt power deficit. This initiative […]
Why Parents and Investors Are Flocking to Kenya’s Private Schools
Kenya is experiencing a significant boom in its private education sector, driven by a powerful combination of local and global demand. A growing expatriate population, including UN staff relocating to Nairobi, is a key factor. However, the surge is equally fueled by Kenyan middle-class families seeking globally recognized curricula, such as the IB or British programs, […]
The $88 Billion Drain: How Illicit Finance Is Bleeding Africa Dry
Africa is losing an estimated $88 billion each year to tax evasion, money laundering, and corruption, according to the African Union—nearly double the figure reported a decade ago. The system is perpetuated by multinational corporations shifting profits to tax havens and corrupt elites siphoning wealth offshore. Experts say these illicit financial flows not only strip governments of […]
The Long Game: Inside Ramaphosa’s Quiet Rebuilding of the ANC
When Cyril Ramaphosa became President of the African National Congress (ANC) in 2017 and later President of South Africa, he faced a monumental task: reviving the economy, fighting corruption, and rebuilding trust in the state—all while uniting a deeply divided party. Rather than wielding power in a way that risked further fractures, Ramaphosa chose to play […]
Beyond Netflix: Ghanaian Filmmakers Push for Local Streaming Solutions
Ghana’s vibrant filmmakers are creatively navigating the digital age, moving beyond the initial hype surrounding global platforms like Netflix. Recent research reveals that while there is great optimism about technology’s potential, the reality of distribution is challenging. Many filmmakers find global giants difficult to access and hard to monetize, with only a small, well-connected minority securing […]
Trade Lifeline at Risk: What AGOA’s Expiry Could Mean for Kenya
Kenya is racing against time as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a vital trade pact that provides duty-free access to the US market, is set to expire on September 30. The deal underpins 66,000 apparel jobs and supports nearly 660,000 Kenyans, making it a cornerstone of the country’s export-driven economy. Without renewal, Kenya risks […]
South African Parents Unite to Curb Kids’ Smartphone Addiction
A growing movement of South African parents is pushing back against the pervasive pressure to give children smartphones, with research linking early smartphone use to serious mental health and behavioral issues. Groups like Smart Device-Free Childhood SA (SFC-SA) are gaining traction by creating pacts among parents to collectively delay smartphone access, providing crucial support against the fear […]
