Africa
Delta Air Lines and Junior Achievement (JA) Africa have concluded the 2026 LEAD Camp, graduating 61 high-potential African girls and inducting them into the 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) community. The camp, held in Accra from March 2–8, marked International Women’s Day and focused on the theme “Give to Gain.” Participants represented Eswatini, Ghana, Nigeria, […]
South Africa is overhauling its migration governance with a new system that aims to track the identity of every person in the country, citizen and foreign national alike. This ambitious project, the most significant change since the 2002 Immigration Act, seeks to create an Intelligent Population Register (IPR) through biometric data capture and AI-driven processing. […]
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi, Ghana, will lead a new West African research consortium focused on the health impacts of climate change. The initiative is supported by £20 million in funding from the Wellcome Trust, a global biomedical research charity. The funding is part of a larger £60 million […]
Two-time Olympian Samuel Ikpefan recently concluded his campaign in cross-country skiing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, representing Nigeria as the country’s sole athlete and national flagbearer. Following his participation, Ikpefan has advocated for increased institutional and financial support to foster the growth of winter sports across Africa. Challenges Faced by African Athletes Ikpefan’s […]
Africa’s fintech sector has progressed significantly over the past decade, largely driven by increased access to digital financial services. The industry is now transitioning to a phase focused on infrastructure development and efficiency, requiring a workforce with more advanced skills. The next stage of growth involves building complex financial ecosystems and connections that enable seamless […]
South Africa’s national men’s team, Bafana Bafana, has experienced increased brand value following their World Cup qualification. This success has prompted Standard Bank to establish a new four-year partnership with the South African Football Association (SAFA), encompassing all national teams. Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has emphasized the importance of financial stability for team […]
South Africa’s Sports Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has stated the country’s readiness to host the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in 2026. McKenzie made the announcement during a media engagement. Minister Expresses Readiness and Concerns Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie indicated South Africa is prepared to host WAFCON 2026 should Morocco be unable to fulfill its […]
The Ministry of Planning and Development has reported that the convergence of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution—collectively known as the triple planetary crisis—is significantly threatening food security in Eastern Africa. This situation is eroding decades of economic progress in the region. Addressing Environmental Threats State Minister of Planning and Development Seyoum Mekonnen, speaking at […]
Cape Town, South Africa is grappling with escalating crime and gang violence, prompting President Cyril Ramaphosa to announce the deployment of the army to several communities. Despite this significant measure, residents in areas like Tafelsig, a township in Mitchells Plain, express little hope that the military intervention will bring lasting change. Mitchells Plain, located on […]
The European Investment Bank (EIB) committed substantial funding to various projects across Africa in 2025, focusing on key economies and smaller states. A significant portion of the investment targeted small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and prioritized sectors like sustainable energy, transport, water, and health. Project Highlights Across Sub-Saharan Africa Flagship projects included blue economy development […]