health
Burkina Faso’s Measles Surge Signals Fragile Health Systems Under Strain
Burkina Faso is facing a significant measles outbreak in its eastern regions, underscoring the vulnerabilities of health systems operating under pressure.
Finance
Africa’s Commercial Debt Burden Climbs as Financing Costs Ease
African nations are projected to borrow $155 billion in long‑term commercial debt in 2026, a roughly 10% increase from 2025, according to a March 17 report by S&P Global Ratings.
creative Industry
Africa’s Creative Economy Scales But Structural Gaps Persist
A new 2026 report by Boston Consulting Group places Africa’s creative economy at $59 billion, offering one of the clearest snapshots yet of a sector that is rapidly expanding in both cultural influence and economic value.
Finance
Kenya launches pioneering virtual asset compensation fund
Kenya is making waves in Africa’s digital finance sector. The country has announced the creation of a Virtual Asset Compensation Fund to protect cryptocurrency investors if licensed dealers fail to meet their obligations
Agriculture
Africa Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization Meeting in Tanzania
Leaders, policymakers, and innovators recently gathered in Tanzania for the Africa Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization Meeting aiming to tackle ways to increasing agricultural productivity while ensuring environmental sustainability.
health
Ghana signals stronger prevention push with planned typhoid vaccination focus on food handlers
Ghana Health Service (GHS) is moving toward strengthening typhoid prevention by focusing on one of the most critical transmission points: food handlers.
Governance
South Africa announced troop withdrawal from the UN peacekeeping mission in DRC
South Africa has announced plans to withdraw its troops from the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), marking a notable shift in Pretoria’s regional security posture.
Finance
Airtel Africa stock shows investor interest as digital services grow
Airtel Africa’s stock has been attracting attention lately, thanks to strong growth in its digital services. More people are using Airtel’s mobile money, data, and online services, and investors are noticing.
creative Industry
Africa's Creative Economy Is Being Reframed as the Backbone of Continental Integration
The Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2026 took a sharp turn from diplomatic niceties to uncomfortable truths in the first week of February, particularly around how Africa's creative economy fits into the vision of a borderless continent.
Technology
Road, Rail, and Energy projects continue in Ethiopia, though progress varies by region
Ethiopia has kept moving forward on major infrastructure projects, from roads and railways to expanding its energy capacity. While progress varies by region, Ethiopia’s long-term strategy is clear: reliable power and transport are key to attracting investment and driving growth.
creative Industry
Creative Industry Leaders Push to Make Music, Film, Fashion, and Art Bankable.
Africa's Creative economy is making bold strides across the globe and will continue to expand globally. However the main challenge is creating a profitable business for the creators and industry leaders are pushing for this one big shift.