Insights
In-depth analysis of Africa’s most complex stories. The Insights section goes beyond the headlines examining structural trends, policy implications, and long-term forces shaping the continent’s political economy. Essential reading for analysts, strategists, and senior decision-makers.
NUM strikes at Implats in union recognition battle
About 1,800 NUM members are on indefinite strike at Impala Platinum's No.1 Shaft in Rustenburg after the union exceeded the…
SA slashes diesel levy to zero in R17.2bn relief
South Africa's National Treasury has extended its R3/litre petrol levy cut to June 2 and slashed the diesel general fuel…
SA inflation edges to 3.1% before oil shock registers
South Africa's CPI rose to 3.1% in March 2026, matching economist forecasts, as the Hormuz conflict's full impact on fuel…
DRC raises $1.25bn in debut eurobond
The DRC raised $1.25 billion in its debut international sovereign bond on April 9, the first Sub-Saharan African debut eurobond…
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Richest people in Africa 2026
Africa's wealthiest individuals in 2026 span oil refining, mining, telecoms, retail and financial services. This…
Africa startup investor numbers hit five-year low
Only 162 unique investors participated in African startup deals in the first four months of…
Paymentology raises $175m for Africa fintech infrastructure
Paymentology, a global card issuer-processor serving banks and fintechs across African markets, raised $175 million…
Zambia cuts interest rate to two-year low of 13.25%
The Bank of Zambia cut its Monetary Policy Rate by 25 basis points to 13.25%…