As digital technologies reshape Africa's job market, digital skills are becoming crucial for youth inclusion. Developing these capabilities widely is essential for boosting employment and supporting ...

New industrial and trade dynamics are emerging in Africa, driven by renewable energy. The REN21 network analyzes how these value chains could strengthen economic cooperation across the continent.

Nigeria set up expert group for an oil palm traceability system to fight fraud and meet global standards Aims to attract $315.5M in foreign investment by proving ESG compliance. Plans to replant 1.5M ...

Dibamba River: rail, road, river links. Phase 1: 100-ha multimodal logistics zone, CFA 160 bn. Phase 2: 350-ha industrial-port with agro units, timber cluster, fishing port. On July 24, Cameroonian ...

Resolute discovered two new gold deposits near Senegal’s Mako mine totaling 266,000 ounces (about 8 tonnes). These satellites—Bantaco West and South—could extend Mako’s mine life by 5 to 10 years ...

South Sudan is being sued by BB Energy for failing to honor a prepaid oil delivery contract, marking the second major legal challenge after Vitol’s lawsuit earlier this year. The country's oil sector ...

This partnership is set to unlock broader economic opportunities and foster greater digital inclusion by improving the affordability, reach, and reliability of high-capacity connectivity solutions.

As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, so too do concerns about the rising tide of cyber threats. Ecofin Agency recently spoke with Babel Balsomi, a cybersecurity expert, ethical hacker, ...

Ethiopia plans to increase avocado cultivation from 30,000 to 150,000 hectares within five years. The government uses the Green Legacy Initiative to produce and distribute 1.8 million high-yield ...

South Africa plans to produce its own foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine starting in 2026. Livestock accounts for 41% of the country’s agricultural GDP and supports over 500,000 people. The ...

Government to issue ₦80 billion in bonds through two tranches • Highest yield: 19.30% on four-year notes due April 2029 • Bonds tradable, tax-exempt for some investors, and government-backed Nigeria’s ...

As AI reshapes global digital ecosystems, Africa is stepping forward to claim its stake. With limited representation in global AI systems—especially in local languages, datasets, and connectivity ...