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Africa’s $155 Billion Borrowing Surge Signals Growth

Africa’s economies are entering 2026 with a clear signal: governments are borrowing more—not just to manage pressure, but to sustain momentum. ...

Financing South Africa’s Rail Revolution: Opportunities And Developments

Modern South African train at urban station for rail development.

Beauty Startup Founder Collective Announces Inaugural Cohort Of Founders

Group photo of diverse women startup founders for Africa's beauty industry.

How Small Businesses Are Driving Economic Growth Across Africa

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SAMRC To Host Global Outcomes Finance Alliance Summit To Advance Innovative Health Financing In South Africa

SAMRC Conference Centre in South Africa for health financing summit.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

Close-up of a South African Rand coin symbolizing currency stability.
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Features & Opinion

Close-up of a South African Rand coin symbolizing currency stability.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

Cargo ship facing delays amid global supply chain disruptions.

Zimbabwe Firms Face Shipping Delays as Global Supply Chains Falter

Young African workers assembling machinery in a modern factory.

Africa Is Not Catching Up, Africa Is Building

Person using mobile payment app on smartphone in Africa, digital economy growth.

Alternative Payments Are Reshaping Africa’s Digital Economy

Community members planting trees to protect Nairobi’s Upper Tana Watershed.

Nairobi’s Water Future Depends On A Healthy Upper Tana Watershed

WomenIn ignites Women's Month with a bold multi-sectoral campaign and prepares for the WomenIn Festi.

Hidden Economy: Why Women Are Already Africa’s Most Powerful Industrialists

Wind turbines generating clean energy in Africa's desert landscape.

From Ore To Intelligence: How AI Will Rewrite Africa’s Resource Power

Man walking past South Sudan Ministry of Petroleum sign in Juba.

South Sudan Faces Scrutiny Amid Corruption-Linked Arrests

Water source protection in a scenic mountain landscape with flowing river and rocky terrain.

Protecting A Strategic Water Source During National Water Week And Beyond

United Nations building with flags of member countries in New York.

Liberia: Momentum on Accountability Must Lead to a Functioning War Crimes Court

Crowded minibus station with numerous vehicles and pedestrians.

The Wheels Aren’t Coming Off Road Transport. But Who Is Backing The Operators?

African fintech leader speaking at a conference on financial technology.

Africa’s Fintech Boom Needs A Regulatory Bridge To Scale

Gavel and "Insolvency" sign symbolizing financial distress and legal proceedings.

The Chilling Effect Of Insolvency On The Exit Trail

U.S. removes sanctions on Wagner-linked officials in Mali, impacting regional security.

US Lifts Sanctions on Wagner-Linked Officials in Mali

African woman at AUF2 conference in Nairobi.

Africa Looks To Nairobi To Shape The Continent’s Urban Future As Stakeholders Convene For AUF2

Man walking past South Sudan Ministry of Petroleum sign in Juba.

Corruption-Linked Arrests in South Sudan Raise Questions

Mining workers in safety helmets working in an underground mining environment.

Proactively Tackling Mining’s TB Challenge

Woman using clean cooking stove in Zambia for sustainable energy.

Clean Cooking As A Catalyst For Women’s Empowerment In Zambia

Albinism awareness discussion with diverse group of advocates and community members.

Reimagining Albinism Rights Advocacy

Central African militia leader with headphones against brick wall.

Central African Militia Leader Dies in Custody

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Arts, Culture & Society

Egyptian soccer player celebrating during a match, wearing the national team jersey.

Rising African stars who could light up 2026 World Cup

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Africa’s hopes rest not only on established stars but also on a new wave ...

Cape Town and Lagos rank among world’s top travel cities

Vibrant urban scenes showcasing architecture and lively neighborhoods across Africa.

Why a Namibian road trip is 2026’s top adventure

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How Sudan’s artists are reclaiming culture amidst crisis

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SAMRC To Host Global Outcomes Finance Alliance Summit To Advance Innovative Health Financing In South Africa

SAMRC Conference Centre in South Africa for health financing summit.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

Close-up of a South African Rand coin symbolizing currency stability.
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Madagascar’s leader orders polygraph tests

Madagascar’s military leader is taking an unconventional approach to rooting out corruption: lie detector tests to conduct background integrity checks for ...

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Zimbabwe detains critic of presidential term extension

Zimbabwean authorities have detained former finance minister Tendai Biti, the most prominent critic of proposed constitutional amendments that would extend President ...

H.E. Felix Tshisekedi, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, and H.E. Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

By Harry Scherzer, CEO of Future Forex In January, South Africa hosted joint naval exercises off Cape Town with key BRICS Plus members China, Russia and Iran, startling investors. Five weeks later, the Middle East...

Zimbabwe Firms Face Shipping Delays as Global Supply Chains Falter

Contributed by Global South World More than half of Zimbabwean companies say they are facing supply chain disruptions, with delays in the delivery of raw materials emerging as a major problem as the US–Israel conflict...

Africa Is Not Catching Up, Africa Is Building

By Raadhika Sihin, Head of Public Policy, Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) In March 2026, the global conversation on inclusive finance will be happening in Kigali, Rwanda, at the Inclusive FinTech Forum (IFF 2026),...

Congolese writer wins major African literary prize

At just 24 years old, Pascal Boroto has made history as the first author from the Democratic Republic of Congo to secure the prestigious Voix d’Afriques literary prize. His debut novel, Le nom de ma...

Stolen ancestral remains laid to rest in South Africa

In a poignant victory for historical justice, South Africa has finally laid to rest 63 indigenous ancestors whose remains were stolen for colonial “research.” Exhumed between 1868 and 1924 to support debunked theories of racial...

Breathtaking view of rugged cliffs and turquoise waters along Africa's coast under cloudy skies.

Why African sea levels are outpacing the global average

African seas are rising at an alarming rate, outpacing the global average and accelerating with each passing year. Satellite data reveals ...

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Why wearing traditional African dress is never just fashion

Diverse African women showcasing traditional clothing and jewelry at a cultural event.

Nigeria’s NNPC targets oil production boost

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How innovation is driving a healthier future for urban Africa

Urban traffic scene in Africa with taxis and pedestrians.

Tunisia’s reforms spark foreign investment surge

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Why wearing traditional African dress is never just fashion

Diverse African women showcasing traditional clothing and jewelry at a cultural event.

Nigeria’s NNPC targets oil production boost

NNPC power plant logo with construction crane in background.

How innovation is driving a healthier future for urban Africa

Urban traffic scene in Africa with taxis and pedestrians.

Tunisia’s reforms spark foreign investment surge

Seaside resort in Santorini with white buildings, blue roofs, and stunning ocean views.

Dangote Refinery begins fuel exports across Africa

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CKay’s quest to redefine African sound

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Engage & Learn

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No Degree, No Problem: Five Career Choices For School Leavers

Nigerian woman entrepreneur wearing hijab, inspiring mentorship.

Nigerian Entrepreneur Rahmat Eyinfunjowo Gives Back as a Mentor

Johannesburg CBD skyline with modern buildings and blue sky, highlighting tech education growth.

Turning Joburg CBD Into A Leading Tech Education Hub

Aerial view of a bustling African city highlighting urban infrastructure and development.

Knowledge Hub To Bolster Risk-Informed Urban Development In Africa

Wild pangolin foraging on dry land in Africa.

The Illegal Trade Of Pangolins Continues, With Over One Million Individuals Seized In Only Eight Years

Wikipedia's 25th anniversary highlighting its global impact and extensive knowledge base.

Wikipedia Marks 25 Years Of Knowledge At Its Finest

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Happening

SAMRC Conference Centre in South Africa for health financing summit.

SAMRC To Host Global Outcomes Finance Alliance Summit To Advance Innovative Health Financing In South Africa

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) together with the Presidency of South Africa’s Presidential Youth Employment Intervention will host the ...

Ericsson Appointments Siseko Ngxola As Country Head Of South Africa

Siseko Ngxola, Ericsson South Africa Country Head, in formal business attire.

From Gig Economy To Ownership: How Africa Is Building AI Infrastructure

AI infrastructure development in Africa's gig economy transition.

News Industry Roundtable Addresses Sustainability Challenges Facing Independent Publishers

Diverse media professionals discuss challenges at a roundtable.

SAMRC To Host Global Outcomes Finance Alliance Summit To Advance Innovative Health Financing In South Africa

SAMRC Conference Centre in South Africa for health financing summit.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

Close-up of a South African Rand coin symbolizing currency stability.
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Headlines

Treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in Eswatini shows encouraging results

Treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in Eswatini shows encouraging results

The Suite Spot: a practical guide to business AI agents

The Suite Spot: a practical guide to business AI agents

Cellulant Appoints Former Agoda CFO to Drive Next Phase of Pan-African Growth

Cellulant Appoints Former Agoda CFO to Drive Next Phase of Pan-African Growth

Africa and UK Fashion Designers Unite to Form a Sustainable Creative Skills Exchange Opportunity

Africa and UK Fashion Designers Unite to Form a Sustainable Creative Skills Exchange Opportunity

XTransfer’s CSO Speaks at Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Rwanda

XTransfer’s CSO Speaks at Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Rwanda

Kenya’s Iconic Safari Rally Roars Again, Makes Classic Case for WRC Future

Kenya’s Iconic Safari Rally Roars Again, Makes Classic Case for WRC Future

TECNO CAMON 50 Series: Redefining Professional Imaging Through the Power of Practical AI

TECNO CAMON 50 Series: Redefining Professional Imaging Through the Power of Practical AI

Bolt Extortion Scandal: Governance Gaps Exposed in Azerbaijan — Could Africa Be Next?

AU Should Strengthen its Framework to Curb Violence Against Women

AU Should Strengthen its Framework to Curb Violence Against Women

UN Urges Ethiopia to Tackle Pollution at Gold Mine

UN Urges Ethiopia to Tackle Pollution at Gold Mine

Burkina Faso: A New Project to Accelerate the Transformation of the Agricultural Sector

WHO supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

WHO supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

New Japanese funding helps WFP sustain school meals and nutrition programmes in Guinea-Bissau

Huawei, Meralco, and SANXING Ningbo Launch Intelligent Distribution Solution and Lighthouse Initiative

Huawei, Meralco, and SANXING Ningbo Launch Intelligent Distribution Solution and Lighthouse Initiative

TECNO and Tonino Lamborghini Announce a New International Collaboration

TECNO and Tonino Lamborghini Announce a New International Collaboration

For Somalia, Building Climate Resilience is Key to Unlocking Long-Term Growth and Jobs

For Somalia, Building Climate Resilience is Key to Unlocking Long-Term Growth and Jobs

From data to decisions: strengthening health security in Africa

From data to decisions: strengthening health security in Africa

Flocash and Quest Financial Services Partner to Launch Revolutionary Prepaid Visa Card in Zimbabwe

Flocash and Quest Financial Services Partner to Launch Revolutionary Prepaid Visa Card in Zimbabwe

SEED Project and Partners Advance U.S.–Africa Youth Talent Combine and Sports Careers Summit After Stakeholder Roundtable in Los Angeles

SEED Project and Partners Advance U.S.–Africa Youth Talent Combine and Sports Careers Summit After Stakeholder Roundtable in Los Angeles

MARIE-ALIX DE PUTTER JOINS PRAXIS, GLOBAL NETWORK FOR HIGH-IMPACT LEADERSHIP

MARIE-ALIX DE PUTTER JOINS PRAXIS, GLOBAL NETWORK FOR HIGH-IMPACT LEADERSHIP

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SAMRC Conference Centre in South Africa for health financing summit.

SAMRC To Host Global Outcomes Finance Alliance Summit To Advance Innovative Health Financing In South Africa

Close-up of a South African Rand coin symbolizing currency stability.

Three Weeks Of Conflict Have Tested The Logic Behind A Rand-Only Portfolio

Siseko Ngxola, Ericsson South Africa Country Head, in formal business attire.

Ericsson Appointments Siseko Ngxola As Country Head Of South Africa

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No Degree, No Problem: Five Career Choices For School Leavers

AI infrastructure development in Africa's gig economy transition.

From Gig Economy To Ownership: How Africa Is Building AI Infrastructure

Cargo ship facing delays amid global supply chain disruptions.

Zimbabwe Firms Face Shipping Delays as Global Supply Chains Falter

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