AI Can Help South Africa Extend The Reach And Revenue Of Its Arts, Culture, And Tourism Sectors
South Africa’s G20 Presidency arrives as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes the organising principle of global competitiveness. Across markets, AI is no longer a pilot or a promise; it is moving into core operations and national strategies. The question for South Africa is how we shape this shift to advance the country’s priorities, of growth, jobs, […]
B Lab Africa Summit 2025 Keynote Speaker
The 4th Annual Summit on Climate Modalities, ESG Impact Investment & Inclusive Growth: Africa’s Readiness to Take Action! This landmark gathering will take place from October 2–3, 2025, at the Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate in Johannesburg, South Africa. We are honored to announce Dr. Pali Lehohla as one of our Keynote Speakers. Dr. Lehohla […]
World Rhino Day 2025: Poaching At 11 Year Low, But Still Threatens Some Populations
One rhino is poached in Africa every 15 hours, but numbers are starting to come back New data released in the International Rhino Foundation’s 2025 State of the Rhino report ahead of World Rhino Day on the 22nd indicates that although one rhino was poached every 15 hours in Africa last year, poaching levels are […]
The Economy on the Ballot: Can Malawi’s Returning President Deliver?
Peter Mutharika, Malawi’s former president, has defeated incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, completing a dramatic political comeback. His victory signals a public desperate for relief after Chakwera’s presidency saw poverty rates and inflation soar. Analysts attribute the economic crisis, which crippled living standards, to overspending, food shortages, and corruption. Mutharika, a seasoned scholar and lawyer, campaigned on […]
Congo and Rwanda Set October Start for Trump-Backed Peace Measures
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have agreed to begin implementing security measures under a US-mediated peace deal on October 1, marking a key step toward regional stability. This breakthrough, outlined in a new joint statement, provides a concrete timeline for actions that must be completed by the end of the year. According to the plan, […]
CAR’s President on Russian Mercenaries and a New International Image
Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has defended the presence of roughly 1,500 Russian mercenaries in his country, emphasizing their role in stabilizing a nation long threatened by armed groups. Speaking in a rare interview, he recalled how Russia and Rwanda were among the few to support CAR during a rebel offensive in 2020, with France and […]
Africa CDC Launches Historic Fund to Boost Local Vaccine Production
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a massive $3.2 billion fund to boost local vaccine manufacturing. This initiative, backed by the African Development Bank and GAVI, aims to end Africa’s reliance on imported vaccines, a vulnerability starkly exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The investment will empower African nations to develop their […]
Grammy Voting Academy Welcomes Afrobeats Star Davido as New Member
In a significant move for global music representation, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido has been welcomed as a voting member of the Recording Academy. This prestigious appointment means the superstar will now have a direct role in determining the winners of Grammy Awards. Davido expressed his honor at joining the academy, emphasizing that voting is a powerful […]
Kenya’s President Demands UN Security Council Reform and Gaza Peace
Kenyan President William Ruto has urged a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, stressing strict adherence to international law and a credible path toward a two-state solution. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Ruto also demanded long-overdue reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that its current structure is in a crisis of legitimacy. […]
Can Ethiopia Break the Cycle? Hard Lessons from Failed Democratic Experiments
Ethiopia has twice attempted democratic transition—first in 1991 after the fall of military rule, and again in 2018 under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed—but both efforts ended in a return to conflict and authoritarian rule. An analysis of four key preconditions for a successful transition reveals why the country continues to struggle. First, extreme poverty undermines stability, […]
