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March 10, 2025
Trump’s jibe at Lesotho sparks travel interest in the southern Africa state
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March 10, 2025
African Women Rewriting Africa’s Numbers on Power
Wangarĩ Maathai’s hands, once caked in the soil of Kenya’s highlands, planted the seeds that grew into a movement — and then a Nobel Peace Prize. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf shattered political glass ceilings to lead a nation out of its post-war rubble. Lupita Nyong’o dazzled Hollywood to win an Oscar. These are just a few recognisable names in a generation showing the participation and leadership of African women is positively impacting society. And as data collection improves, the numbers are coming in to prove it.
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March 8, 2025
AfDB report highlights growth, reforms and investment booms in Africa
The latest report on Africa’s economy from the African Development Bank (AfDB) highlights how bold reforms, rapid investments, and pro-business policies are driving a shift toward a more self-reliant and shock-resistant economic future.
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March 8, 2025
Vultures: unsung heroes of Africa’s ecosystem also contribute hundreds of millions to the economy
Vultures are regularly depicted in the media as ugly and menacing, benefitting from the death of other creatures and are often reviled. However, a new report confirms that vultures are not only vital to the health of Africa’s ecosystem but also of considerable benefit to the economy.
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March 7, 2025
Dangote Drives Nigerian Investment Surge Across Africa
Nigerian firms are making significant strides into African markets, with the continent’s wealthiest individual, Aliko Dangote, leading the charge. The latest move involves the acquisition of Java House, one of East Africa’s largest coffee chains, by Alterra Capital Partners, a private equity firm supported by Dangote, in a deal valued at over US$100 million.
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March 5, 2025
How grassroots passion is fueling Africa’s sports merchandise market
A surge in grassroots sports participation across Africa is driving demand for merchandise, creating a booming market for apparel, equipment, and accessories. As local tournaments and community engagement in organised sports grow, global brands and local entrepreneurs are seizing the opportunity.
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March 4, 2025
The Egyptian filmmaker empowering Africa’s next creative generation
The mild winter chill still lingers over Cairo as the sun casts a soft, honeyed glow over the city, warming the streets where life is already stirring in anticipation of Ramadan. The scent of freshly baked bread drifts from bakeries, shopkeepers set out their finest goods, and conversations bubble with excitement over the upcoming month of fasting, reflection, and togetherness.
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March 4, 2025
With surging prices, cocoa is fast becoming a sweet opportunity for Nigeria’s farmers and investors
Nigeria’s cocoa industry is emerging as a key driver of economic diversification. With growing global demand and surging investments, the sector could unlock new revenue streams and strengthen the country’s non-oil economy.
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March 3, 2025
A Spectacle of Culture: Zambia’s Ncwala Ceremony is Keeping Ngoni History Alive
It’s 3:55 on a Friday morning at Lusaka’s Intercity Bus Terminus and at one exit a neighborhood of males taking a eye extra love runners awaiting the starting gun than bus drivers, has congregated. Moments later, a rumbling of engines alerts their “mosey” signal.
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February 28, 2025
AfriLabs partners with Bird to amplify stories of women’s health and empowerment across six African nations
AfriLabs, the pan-African network of innovation and technology hubs, announced its strategic partnership with Bird, Africa No Filter’s storytelling agency. This collaboration aims to spotlight inspiring stories from AfriLabs’ network of hubs across Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Rwanda dedicated to advancing women’s health and empowerment.
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February 26, 2025
Startups close gaps in the healthcare of women
Other areas of women’s healthcare, such as post-birth monitoring and neonatal care, are increasingly benefiting from tech-driven solutions. According to the Coalition for Women’s Health in Africa (Cowha), around 30 per cent of childbirths in Africa occur within private healthcare facilities.
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