Governance
African governance and policy news: elections, regulatory decisions, government-business relationships, institutional reforms, and policy developments that move markets.
World Bank funds Malawi cyber response team
The World Bank has renewed technical support for Malawi's cybersecurity agenda, backing the establishment of an independent Data Protection Authority…
Kenya to fuel hoarders: lose your licence
Ruto warned oil marketers against hoarding and confirmed Kenya's G-to-G deal continues to provide protection as Strait of Hormuz disruptions…
43% of South Africa’s youth have no job
South Africa's youth unemployment hit 43.8% in Q1 2026. A Mail and Guardian analysis makes the case for the proposed…
US spends $71m on Kenya airbase as ties deepen
IN SHORT: Kenya and the US are deepening defence ties across counterterrorism, maritime security, and emerging technology, with a series…
