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Consequential Africa: A Structural Solution to Global Capital and Long-Duration Growth

This story is written and edited by Africa investor (Ai) As global investors grapple with tightening concentration, shrinking duration, and limited avenues for real-economy growth, a deeper structural question is coming into focus: where can capital be deployed at scale, with resilience and long-term impact. Consequential Africa, published by Africa investor, makes a clear and […]

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Rising Fuel Costs Drive the Launch of Nigeria’s First EV-Only Assembly Plant

By Frank Eleanya When President Bola Tinubu announced the removal of Nigeria’s decades-old fuel subsidy in May 2023, the shockwaves were immediate and severe. Overnight, petrol prices surged from ₦185 ($0.36) to above ₦500 ($0.96) per litre, later climbing past ₦600 ($1.15). As households and businesses struggled with the inflationary fallout, the policy shift also reshaped […]

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A Pinnacle Of South African Innovation Ahead Of G20 Summit

As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Summit in Johannesburg next month, Milkor (Pty) Ltd., a leading South African defence and aerospace company, is proud to highlight the Milkor 380 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). This advanced medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) platform exemplifies South Africa’s growing prowess in aerospace technology and its potential to enhance security, […]

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Republic Of Guinea

The Republic Of Guinea Updates Its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) And Reveals A Structural Growth Of 51.2%, Confirming The Country’s Economic Strength

The Republic of Guinea has completed a major rebasing of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), conducted by the National Institute of Statistics (INS) under the supervision of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. This revision, carried out with the support of the IMF, the World Bank, the African Development Bank, and AFRISTAT, shows a […]

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KwaZulu-Natal promotes tourism and film investment opportunities.

20 Days Until The Tourism Investment Forum Africa: KwaZulu-Natal Showcases Its Tourism And Film Investment Potential

With just 20 days to go, KwaZulu-Natal is preparing to welcome global investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025. Set to take place from August 27th–29th  in the City of uMhlathuze, this year’s forum is a crucial platform for unlocking the vast and diverse investment opportunities within the province, […]

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Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 welcomes Arise IIP as official partner at registration area.

Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 Welcomes Arise IIP As Official Premier Partner

Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025), Africa’s premier trade and investment forum, is delighted to announce Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms (Arise IIP), a pan-African infrastructure and industrial development enterprise that designs and operates large-scale industrial ecosystems across Africa, as an official Premier Partner. The Fair is scheduled to take place from 4-10 September 2025 in Algiers, […]

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African leader speaking at Africa Energy Indaba on renewable solutions.

Accelerating The Adoption And Financing Of Renewable Solutions In Africa

Africa stands at the forefront of a renewable energy revolution, with vast potential to transform its energy landscape while addressing the pressing challenges of climate change, energy access, and economic development. However, the pace of adoption and financing of renewable energy solutions remains a critical challenge. Addressing this gap is essential to unlock the continent’s […]

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Democratic campaign banner in Africa promoting political participation and leadership.

Africa’s Democratic Momentum

By Ebenezer Obadare Contrary to doomsayers, liberal democracy is building up a head of steam on the continent. To judge by the tone of commentary coming out of Africa in recent times, liberal democracy could not be in a more perilous state, so perilous indeed that anywhere you look across the continent, disenchanted Africans are […]

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Farmers' field with agricultural machinery in action for sustainable growth.

Standard Bank And Kwenantle Farmers Partner For Sustainable Agric Growth

A strategic and sustainable partnership is transforming Botswana’s agricultural landscape. Standard Bank – through Stanbic Bank Botswana – has joined forces with Kwenantle Farmers, a prominent agricultural enterprise, to promote eco-friendly farming practices while contributing to Botswana’s sustainable economic development and diversification. This collaboration highlights the shared commitment of both organisations to environmental stewardship, community […]

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Group of diverse professionals at COP29 climate summit.

Afreximbank Asserts Africa’s Climate Position At COP29; Advocates For A Just And Equitable Energy Transition For Economic Development

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is participating at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, where it is doubling-down on its commitment to facilitating a just energy transition for Africa that supports the continent’s critical development needs and unlocks its economic potential. The Bank’s participation will align with the African Union’s Nairobi Declaration from the 2023 Africa Climate Summit and […]

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