Africa will require an estimated $375 billion over the next decade to fully develop its upstream and midstream natural gas sector, according to new projections presented by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference in Senegal. With 17 high-impact wells completed this year alone, industry leaders warn that a major wave ofRead More
Morocco has joined a powerful lineup of African nations including Uganda, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Zambia, in driving an impressive surge in global tourism growth this year, reinforcing Africa’s rising dominance as one of the world’s fastest-growing travel regions. New data shows a strong uptick in tourist arrivals and revenueRead More
The 2025 Africa Country Instability Risk Index (ACIRI), released by SBM Intelligence, has ranked the top 10 most stable countries in sub-Saharan Africa, offering a detailed assessment of political, economic, and security vulnerability across the continent. The index evaluates 48 countries using a weighted framework that measures Leadership and Governance (40%), Economy (30%),Read More
Strive Masiyiwa calls for Africa to become a continent of startups, highlighting AI as the engine for entrepreneurship, job creation, and sustainable economic growth at the Unstoppable Africa summit. According to him “The number one thing for us is the startup ecosystem. We have got to turn Africa into a startup continent, we have toRead More
Ghana has announced a significant breakthrough in its agricultural transformation agenda with a $100 million investment commitment from Degas Limited, a Japanese agritech company led by CEO and founder Doga Makiura. According to President John Dramani Mahama, the investment is set to roll out over the next four years, will support Ghana’s ambitionRead More
In a recent interview with Intro Africa, Zemedeneh Negatu, Global Chairman of Fairfax Africa Fund, highlighted Africa’s critical role in the global economy, driven by its natural resources and renewable energy potential. He argued that rebranding Africa and telling its diverse stories is essential to counter outdated perceptions that deter investors. Zemedeneh Negatu notedRead More
Valerie Keter has called for increased vigilance against misinformation and disinformation that distort Africa’s image. In a recent video clip, she stressed that the challenge is not only about preserving history but about addressing the manipulation of information that shapes perceptions of the continent. Historically, entire libraries were burned down, leading to theRead More
TTYBrand Africa Magazine has released its 2025 Award Issue, recognizing four outstanding individuals who are reshaping Africa’s future through innovation, leadership, and purpose-driven impact. The edition, themed Legacy in Motion, celebrates this year’s honorees across four categories: humanitarian leadership, healthcare innovation, agricultural transformation, and data protection advocacy. The 2025 Global Voice of the YearRead More
Aliko Dangote, Founder and President of the Dangote Group, delivered a compelling Reflection Session at the 2025 Afreximbank Annual Meetings (#AAM2025) in Abuja, sending a powerful message to African leaders, business executives, and stakeholders across the continent. In a candid and deeply inspiring conversation moderated by CNN’s Eleni Giokos, Dangote offered a sharpRead More
Africa’s digital economy is on track to exceed $712 billion by 2035, driven by AfCFTA reforms, PAPSS innovations, and Afreximbank investments. Nigeria leads the shift to intra-African trade. According to insights shared at the 32nd Annual Meetings of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) held in Abuja, Nigeria. The continent’s economic transformation is accelerating,Read More