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In 2023, remittances to Africa reached $100 billion, surpassing both foreign aid and direct investment. This highlights the growing importance of diaspora contributions to African economies. However, barriers such as high transaction costs, regulatory hurdles, and inefficient financial systems limit the potential impact of these remittances. Countries like Egypt, Nigeria, and Ghana are leading, while […]
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Bitcoin’s origins in defiance of traditional banking have evolved into practical applications, especially in Africa. Yellowcard, founded in 2016, has become a pioneer in simplifying crypto access across the continent. CEO Chris Maurice emphasizes crypto’s role in providing financial services to underserved markets. As governments in Kenya, Nigeria, and Rwanda embrace crypto regulation, the shift […]
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Cape Town is enjoying the perks. Introduced in October by Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber, the visa allows high-earning foreign professionals to live and work remotely in South Africa. Applicants must earn at least R650,000 annually, have a valid passport, no criminal record, and come from a country with a tax agreement. The visa aims […]
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A Kenyan court will soon decide whether it has jurisdiction over a $2.3 billion lawsuit against Meta, filed by Abrham Mearag and others. They claim Facebook’s algorithms amplified hate speech, leading to real-world harm, including the murder of Abrham’s father during Ethiopia’s civil war. Despite repeated reports, Meta allegedly failed to remove dangerous posts. Since […]
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Princeton in Africa announces its 25th Anniversary Gala, to be held on Wednesday, April 23rd at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City. For the past 25 years, Princeton in Africa has maintained a stalwart commitment to developing young leaders who are committed to Africa’s advancement. The organization connects highly-skilled, dedicated, and visionary individuals with […]
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Urgently Restore Access to Assistance; Protect Displaced People Rwandan forces and the abusive M23 armed group should urgently ensure access to and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to the population of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Human Rights Watch said today. Recent fighting and the shelling of medical infrastructure in the city, […]
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Immediately Halt Ongoing Trials of Civilians; Review Past Convictions Uganda’s Supreme Court ruling declaring military trials of civilians unconstitutional is a victory for human rights, Human Rights Watch said today. On January 31, 2025, the Supreme Court held that military courts lack jurisdiction to try civilians and ordered officials to halt all ongoing military trials […]
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It’s difficult to know what birds ‘think’ when they fly, but scientists in Australia and Canada are getting some remarkable new insights by looking inside birds’ heads. Evolutionary biologists at Flinders University in South Australia and neuroscience researchers at the University of Lethbridge in Canada have teamed up to explore a new approach to recreating […]
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Regional challenges are leading to greater diversification strategies, with 46% of African executives surveyed opting to diversify their supplier base globally, while only 16% are regionalising. Despite ongoing trade challenges, Africa’s focus on regional integration through the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), along with proactive global engagement offer a roadmap to sustainable growth, according […]
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By Dr Allan Pamba, Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa at Roche Diagnostics An old proverb from the Congo says, “A mother is like a kernel, crushed by problems but strong enough to overcome them”. Throughout Africa, mothers, sisters – the continent’s primary caregivers – are expected to be strong. Indeed, their resilience is the glue […]
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University lecturers, students, and researchers affiliated with National Research Institutions invited to participate and showcase their publications and prototypes at IATF2025. Afreximbank, in collaboration with African Union Commission and AfCFTA Secretariat, is excited to launch its new initiative the “African Research and Innovation Hub @IATF”, during the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025). The key objective is to boost […]
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Africa is experiencing a renewable energy boom, but the continent faces a monumental challenge: how to finance the infrastructure needed to support its growing energy demands. With Africa’s population projected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, the need for sustainable and scalable energy solutions has never been more urgent. The International Energy Agency estimates that an […]
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