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As Sierra Leone prepares for its next national election in 2028, political parties across the country have begun setting strategies and preparing to select their candidates. However, persons with disabilities say they remain poorly represented and are calling on political parties to nominate them as candidates ahead of the election. Samuel Alpha Sesay, a person […]
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Financial Crimes Commission seizes assets in anti-money laundering drive This story is written and edited by Global South World The Mauritius Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) has reported the seizure of ill-got assets worth Rs 160 million (approximately $3.4 million) and the arrest of 26 suspects between December 10, 2025, and the end of March 2026. The actions followed […]
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By Larry Khumalo-MacArthur, Managing Director: Africa at Weber Shandwick In a world where a speech at Davos can alter a business’s balance sheet in Africa, fostering an informed and empowered citizenry is our most critical socioeconomic defence. As we near the end of the first quarter of the year, it feels like so much has […]
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Contributed by Human Rights Watch Are Accountability Efforts Credible or a Farce? Since February 24, South Sudanese authorities have detained at least six current and former officials connected to the country’s oil and financial sectors. Officials have not confirmed whether formal charges have been filed. Speaking to the media, Minister of Information Ateny Wek Ateny […]
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By Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, Founder & CEO, Flutterwave If you’ve ever tried to build something new, really new, you know that innovation isn’t only about what’s possible. Often, it’s about what’s allowed. At Flutterwave, we started with a simple belief: that sending and receiving money across Africa shouldn’t be harder than sending a text message. […]
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A recent study has shown that Sub-Saharan Africa, home to the world’s most climate-vulnerable communities, receives less adaptation and biodiversity funding than almost any other region. This story is written and edited by Global South World Despite being at the epicentre of the climate crisis, African nations receive some of the lowest levels of international […]
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As part of the Sustainability & ESG Africa Conference & Expo (SEACon), a high-impact SMME Workshop will guide businesses through what it really takes to become compliant and ready to do business with corporates. Running from 08:30 to 11:00 on 16 October 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre, the session cuts through jargon and offers […]
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Adam Lakhani, Security Director, Information & Analysis, Europe, Maghreb, West & Central Africa As Africa gears up for a series of pivotal elections in 2025, including the recent ones in Gabon on 12 April, Malawi in September, and Tanzania, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire in October, it is crucial for organisations operating in these countries to […]
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Peace, security, and governance form the backbone of sustainable development in Africa, yet they remain some of the continent’s most complex challenges. From political instability to persistent regional conflicts, insecurity continues to slow progress and affect millions. However, Africa also holds success stories of peacebuilding and governance reforms that showcase what can be achieved with […]
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As Africa enters 2025, the continent stands at a critical juncture of transformation and opportunity. With a growing population, untapped resources, and vibrant innovation hubs, Africa’s potential is unmatched. Yet the road to realizing that promise is marked by familiar obstacles: food insecurity, governance challenges, and the impacts of climate change. These priorities reflect the […]
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