Tanzania Roundup: Startup Funding Gaps, Mining Reform, Child Labour Abuse
Tanzania’s startup ecosystem is growing, but many firms still struggle to move from ideas to scalable businesses because of limited market access, weak investor networks, regulatory barriers, and poor business development support. At the Tanzania Impact Investment Forum, Vodacom Tanzania’s External Affairs and Vodacom Foundation Director Zuweina Farah said large companies can help startups by […]
Cross-Border Learning: Kepler College Explores Ashesi’s Career Services Approach
The idea of understudying the career services model at Ashesi University was first proposed by Karoli Kolokonyi, Director of Careers and Alumni Affairs at Kepler College. Facilitated through The Education Collaborative and coordinated by Dr. George Mugabe, Director of the Collaborative’s East Africa Hub, the visit became another strong example of cross-institutional learning among African universities. As Kepler College continues to grow its […]
From Classroom to Workforce: Building AI-Ready Talent in Uganda
Uganda has made steady progress in technology adoption, from mobile systems to e-governance. In 2024, the Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat of Uganda, in collaboration with Open Startup, launched the DeepTech Summit in Kampala to help Uganda learn from global practice while shaping its own path in technological advancement. Held from April 30 to May […]
The Art of African Vision: On Money, Memory, and Who the Market Belongs To
As the world’s art collectors gather in Basel, the African art market is asking harder questions than ever before. The Art of African Vision is produced by Africa.com. Africa’s story has long been told through someone else’s lens. This newsletter exists to complicate that. Every issue we go where the African art world is moving: […]
Malawi Unveils $180 Million Huawei Partnership to Accelerate Digital Transformation
The Government of Malawi has announced a landmark $180 million collaboration with Chinese technology giant Huawei to drive a comprehensive national digital transformation agenda over the next four years. The initiative, unveiled this week, aims to modernise public service delivery, expand broadband access, and build critical digital skills across the country. The partnership forms a […]
Ghana’s Economy Surges to 6.4% Growth in Q1 2026, Driven by Mining Rebound and ICT Boom
Ghana’s economy has posted a robust 6.4% year-on-year growth in the first quarter of 2026, according to official data released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) on Wednesday. The figure, announced by Government Statistician Alhassan Iddrisu in Accra, marks a solid performance that outpaces many regional peers and demonstrates the country’s resilience amid global headwinds, […]
Kenya Secures €102 Million EU Funding to Supercharge Digital Transformation
Kenya has secured a major €102 million (approximately KSh 15.3 billion) funding package from the European Union under the EU-Kenya Digital Partnership. The announcement, welcomed by President William Ruto, represents a significant boost to the country’s ongoing efforts to expand digital connectivity, foster innovation, and create economic opportunities for its youthful population. The funding will […]
Amazon Leo Selects Kenya for First African Satellite Gateway in Major Push Against Starlink
Amazon has chosen Kenya as the location for its first satellite gateway on the African continent as part of its aggressive expansion of the Amazon Leo low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet service. Formerly known as Project Kuiper, the rebranded Amazon Leo project is positioning itself as a direct competitor to Elon Musk’s Starlink in the […]
Africa Rewrites the Rules on Critical Minerals
The DRC triples lithium royalties, South Africa’s xenophobia crisis creates new operating risks, and Middle East de-escalation offers cautious relief for Africa’s oil importers. The DRC classified lithium as a strategic mineral this week, tripling royalties as the Manono mine, Africa’s first industrial lithium project, prepares to open. Israel and Lebanon agreed a ceasefire on […]
Airtel Africa Reports Strong Progress in Digital Inclusion and Financial Services in 2026 Sustainability Report
Airtel Africa has released its 2026 Sustainability Report, highlighting meaningful progress in expanding digital connectivity, advancing financial inclusion, and supporting education across its 14-country footprint. The report underscores the telecommunications giant’s commitment to transforming lives through technology while advancing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda. A standout achievement detailed in the report is the […]
