Africa is rapidly strengthening its position in the global economy as 12 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies are now on the continent, according to the President of the African Development Bank Group, Sidi Ould Tah. Tah unveiled the figures…
South Africans entered 2026 with renewed hope as the rand delivered one of its strongest performances in years. However, global tensions, rising oil prices, and economic uncertainty quickly changed the story. Now, many travellers and consumers are asking one question:…
As Namibia pushes for economic diversification and industrial growth, micro, small and medium enterprises continue to play a major role in shaping the country’s future. However, despite their importance to employment creation and local production, many MSMEs still struggle to…
Former urban planner Pooja Bavishi has proven that bold ideas and persistence can turn passion into profit after building her ice cream company Malai into a business generating $2.8 million in annual revenue. The 42-year-old entrepreneur founded the Brooklyn-based company…
South Africans are facing major economic changes as authorities move to tighten controls on imported products while food prices are expected to climb in the coming months. The latest updates come as consumers already deal with pressure from transport costs,…
A stunning turn of events in the global tech space has pushed an unlikely figure into the billionaire spotlight. Christian Weedbrook, once a struggling film school dropout, has become one of the newest billionaires in tech after Nvidia’s latest move…
Nigeria has taken a bold step in Africa’s renewable energy race as it begins exporting locally manufactured solar panels to Ghana. This move signals a major shift in the country’s energy landscape and highlights its growing influence in clean energy…
Iran’s shadow oil network is quietly reshaping the global energy market, even as headlines warn of disruption across the Strait of Hormuz. Despite visible signs of collapse in tanker traffic and export routes, millions of barrels of crude continue to…
Ethiopia’s grain market is facing renewed pressure as prices surged sharply between February 2025 and February 2026, with wheat leading the increase and imports remaining crucial to stabilise supply. According to the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Department of…
Nigeria’s oil sector is facing renewed uncertainty as Dangote Petroleum Refinery has concluded plans to import 13.62 million barrels of crude oil for May 2026, despite the Federal Government’s naira-for-crude arrangement aimed at boosting domestic supply. The move reflects a…