health
Africa’s digital health transformation is entering a stress test. As external funding tightens, a growing body of analysis suggests that systems built heavily on donor support are proving more vulnerable, while locally developed and integrated platforms are often better positioned.
creative Industry
Ghana is stepping up efforts to revive its traditional textile industry, with new momentum building around cultural promotion and financial support. The country’s Creative Arts Ministry has introduced “Fugu Wednesday”.
culture
This is Bògòlanfini — Bogolan — the mudcloth of Mali. It is one of the most quietly powerful stories Africa has never fully told the world. In a continent where so much of the conversation about progress centers on what lies underground, minerals, oil, gold.
Technology
South African digital economy officials are spotlighting the role of local startups in developing blockchain and cryptocurrency‑based financial solutions tailored to communities in townships and other underserved areas. These fintech innovations aim to expand financial inclusion by offering alternatives to traditional banking services and helping users access secure, low‑
Nature and Sustainability
Over 60 participants from government ministries, civil society, and the private sector representing more than ten African nations have adopted a Priority Action Roadmap for forest-positive agriculture at a regional dialogue.
Governance
South Africa announced that it is reviewing Israel’s response to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding allegations of genocide in Gaza. Pretoria stated it will decide whether to request permission for further written submissions or proceed directly to the oral phase of proceeding.
Agriculture
South Africa’s experience with the Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment and Promotion (SHEP) programme is increasingly being viewed as a model for transforming smallholder agriculture across the continent.
The government of Ghana announced that the renewal of the Tarkwa mining lease held by Gold Fields would not be automatic and would instead be subjected to a stricter review process.
Across the continent, unreliable or nonexistent power continues to limit agricultural productivity, weaken value chains, and constrain industrial growth. This reality placed energy access at the center of discussions during the African Development Bank Annual Meetings.
Across Africa’s financial landscape, capital is increasingly being judged not only by returns, but by resilience, governments, and development institutions are now paying closer attention to how money flows into projects that can withstand climate shocks, energy transitions, and long-term pressures.
Investment in data centers emerged as one of Africa’s most important technology stories this week, reflecting growing demand for the infrastructure powering the continent’s digital economy.
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health
Burkina Faso is facing a significant measles outbreak in its eastern regions, underscoring the vulnerabilities of health systems operating under pressure.
Finance
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
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.
Press Release
Africa's 2,000+ languages are not a barrier, they are proof of our market depth. "One Voice" is not about sounding the same; it is about saying the same thing: Africa is a unified, $3.4 trillion economic force. From PAPSS to AfCFTA, the mechanics of continental integration are already in motion.
culture
In this episode we uncover how fabric functions as far more than attire, but a living archive of history, identity, and economic resilience. Among the many textiles found across Togo, the Kete stands out as one of the most culturally resonant and visually distinctive fabrics.