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Ghana at 69: the unfinished story

On March 6, 1957, Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence from colonial rule. Sixty-nine years later,…

Tanzania’s $274m port fuel tanks, 41% done

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has formally launched a TZS 678.6 billion ($274m) oil storage project at Dar es Salaam port,…

Ethio Telecom expands 4G to 276 towns

Ethio Telecom has signed a network expansion and modernisation agreement with Ericsson at MWC Barcelona, covering 1,500 mobile sites, adding…

M-PESA charges 2026: the complete guide

A complete, up-to-date guide to M-PESA charges in 2026: withdrawal fees at agents and ATMs, send money tariffs across all…

World Bank backs Malawi cybersecurity push

The World Bank has renewed technical support for Malawi's cybersecurity agenda, backing the establishment of…

Kenya’s fuel hoarders face licence threat

Ruto warned oil marketers against hoarding and confirmed Kenya's G-to-G deal continues to provide protection…

Nigeria reform signal for Kenya investors

Nigeria's reform narrative is shifting how global capital prices Africa. For Kenya, competing for the…

South Africa youth unemployment hits 43%

South Africa's youth unemployment hit 43.8% in Q1 2026. A Mail and Guardian analysis makes…