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South Africa’s Bread Industry Is Losing Millions Of Crates Each Year. The Supply Chain Problem Few Are Talking About

By Gerhard Stander, Director, Retail & Agriculture, CHEP Sub Saharan Africa Across South Africa’s baking industry, millions of reusable bread crates move through supply chains every day, transporting products from bakeries to retailers and ultimately to consumers. These crates are a critical but often overlooked component of the country’s food ....

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Hands holding US dollar bills, symbolizing financial reforms in DRC.

DRC Says De-dollarisation Will Curb Laundering, M23 Funding

Central Bank of Congo Governor Andre Wameso has defended the government’s decision to ban cash transactions in foreign currencies, saying the move is aimed at strengthening the Congolese franc and tackling illicit financial flows. This story is written and edited by Global South World Speaking at a brief meeting, Wameso questioned the large volumes of […]

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Mali President Assimi Goita during a political rally, wearing military uniform and face mask.

Mali President Says Terror Attacks Part of Wider Destabilisation Plot

Malian President General Assimi Goita has paid tribute to deceased Defence Minister General Sadio Camara, following a wave of coordinated attacks on April 25. This story is written and edited by Global South World Goita described his death as an “immense loss” and praised his service with “loyalty, courage and dignity” in the fight against […]

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Nairobi cityscape featuring tall buildings and vibrant economic growth in Kenya.

The Boom List: Africa’s Fastest-Growing Economies in 2026

If you want to understand where the world’s most dynamic economies are right now, you may need to start by looking at a map of Africa. While much of the developed world grapples with sluggish growth, ageing populations and the lingering aftershocks of pandemic-era disruptions, a cohort of African nations is expanding at a pace […]

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Map of Africa with flag overlay highlighting slow-growing economies in 2026.

Left Behind: Africa’s Slowest Economies in 2026

There is a story being told about Africa in 2026 — one of resilience, investment and rising growth. It is a story worth telling. But there is another story, quieter and less celebrated, unfolding in the shadow of the headlines. It is the story of the economies falling further behind. While the continent’s fastest-growing nations […]

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Ghana rejects US proposal linking health aid to patient data access.

Why Ghana Rejected US Proposal Linking Health Aid to Patient Data Access

A proposal by the United States to provide health support to countries in exchange for access to patient data has raised concerns among governments and experts, particularly in the Global South. This story is written and edited by Global South World The proposal involves renewed US support to help countries address diseases such as HIV, […]

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IDP women collecting food aid in Somalia’s drought-affected areas.

Somalia’s IDP Hunger Crisis: The Urgent Case For Climate Change Mitigation

Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, yet the resources to contain the growing humanitarian crisis are dwindling. This deepens an already complex situation, with no clear remedy in sight. This story is written and edited by Global South World Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, […]

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Child receiving vaccination from health worker in Africa.

Immunisation Is Still Our Strongest Shield

By Elizabeth Wasunna, General Manager, AAR Healthcare Kenya Vaccines are among the most powerful public health tools ever developed. Over the past half-century, they have transformed the course of human life. Fewer children are lost today to preventable illness, fewer outbreaks devastate communities, and fewer hospital systems are pushed to the brink by diseases we already know […]

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Refugees gather for a community meeting on reclaiming citizenship in Kenya.

Stateless At Home: Kenyan Somalis Struggle To Reclaim Citizenship From Refugee Records

 In 2006, Amina Saida was only two years old when her parents moved to the Dadaab refugee camp in northern Kenya, near the border with Somalia. The Dadaab refugee complex was established in 1991, when refugees fleeing the civil war in Somalia began crossing the border into Kenya. Over the years, thousands of Kenyan ethnic Somalis entered […]

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Satellite dishes for telecommunications and broadcasting.

In 2026, Self-Service Is Redefining Telco Customer Experience

By Warren Alberts, Chief Executive Officer at VAS-X According to PwC’s 2025 Customer Experience Survey, more than half (52%) of consumers have abandoned a brand due to a bad experience with its products or services, and nearly a third (29%) have done so because of poor customer experience, either online or in-person. These numbers are […]

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Warehouse workers managing packages with forklift in an industrial storage facility.

Beyond Capital: Why Execution Will Define Africa’s Growth In A Changing Global Landscape

By Rashad Sinokrot, Global CEO, Alliad For years, the dominant narrative around Africa’s growth has centered on investment: how much is needed, where it will come from, and which sectors will attract it. Capital remains critical, but that conversation is increasingly incomplete. The real question today is not just how much investment flows into Africa, […]

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Medical team in surgery room with healthcare professionals in scrubs and masks.

Medical Aid Alone Is Not Enough For Long-Term Healthcare Planning

By Brian Harris, General Manager: Operations at Turnberry Management Risk Solutions 23 April 2026 Medical aid is often seen as the foundation of healthcare cover in South Africa, and it remains essential. However, it is no longer sufficient on its own to cover the full cost of treatment, leaving members exposed to co-payments and shortfalls. As […]

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Hacker working on a laptop with cybersecurity code on screen.

How Neglected Legacy Systems Undermine Modern Cybersecurity

By Saurabh Prasad, Senior Solution Architect at In2IT Technologies Even in a world defined by rapid digital transformation, one persistent and underestimated threat continues to undermine cybersecurity resilience: legacy software vulnerabilities. Many organisations, particularly those with long-established IT environments, still rely on outdated systems or applications due to operational convenience, compatibility requirements, or financial constraints. […]

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African leaders and professionals discussing innovation at a major science forum.

Africa Pushes Innovation Agenda At Major Science Forum

African leaders and international organisations gathered in Addis Ababa to boost cooperation on science, technology and innovation for sustainable development. The Eighth African Science, Technology and Innovation Forum brought together key stakeholders including the African Union Commission and the African Development Bank, with calls to improve governance and scale up implementation across the continent. Monica […]

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