Bitcoin’s origins in defiance of traditional banking have evolved into practical applications, especially in Africa. Yellowcard, founded in 2016, has become a pioneer […]
Category: African News
Remittances in Africa: A Vital Lifeline Amid Economic and Systemic Challenges”
In 2023, remittances to Africa reached $100 billion, surpassing both foreign aid and direct investment. This highlights the growing importance of diaspora contributions […]
Barriers to Turning Nigeria’s Plastic Waste into Economic Opportunity
Nigeria is addressing plastic waste by transforming it into an economic asset. A study in Ogun State revealed that education, family size, religion, […]
AI-Powered Fraud Surges in Africa, Driving Growth in ID Security
Generative AI contributed to over a third of biometric fraud cases in Africa in 2024, with deepfake-related identity theft increasing sevenfold. The rise […]
Harare wants to Formalize its Economy and Boost Business Stability Using these Reforms
Zimbabwe is taking bold steps to formalize its economy and create a more sustainable business environment. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced new policies […]
French Giant Faces Delays as U.S. Blocks Mozambique LNG Project Funding
TotalEnergies failed to secure U.S. approval for nearly $5 billion in financing for its Mozambique LNG project before the Biden administration left office. […]
Cheaper Chinese AI Sparks Hope for Africa’s Economic and Social Growth
The launch of DeepSeek’s AI model, which claims to be significantly cheaper than US competitors like ChatGPT, has raised expectations that Africa could […]
DR Congo and Zambia Seek Profits in Copper Trading Amid Demand Surge
As the Mining Indaba conference approaches, Africa’s largest copper producers, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, are working to secure deals that […]
President Ramkalawan Welcomes European Bodybuilding Champion Wallace Dorasamy
President Wavel Ramkalawan welcomed European bodybuilding champion Wallace Dorasamy to State House this morning, celebrating his outstanding victory at the National Physique Committee […]
The Sahel Can Revolutionize Renewable Energy Access and Affordability Up to the Last Mile (By Reshmi Theckethil)
By Reshmi Theckethil, Lead Portfolio, Climate Action, Disaster Risk Reduction, Energy, and Resilience | Sahel Resilience Project Manager, UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West […]