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.
ConCourt puts SA’s NHI on trial over corruption risk
South Africa's Constitutional Court began hearing the NHI Act challenge on May 5, with justices probing whether Parliament conducted meaningful…
SA diesel hits R32 in historic fuel price shock
South Africa's diesel price surged R6.19 per litre from May 6, pushing both grades past R32 for the first time…
Hormuz ceasefire fractures as Brent hits $114
Brent crude surged 5.8% to $114.44 on May 4, its highest 2026 close, after Iran launched drones and missiles at…
IMF approves $266m for Liberia climate facility
The IMF approved $266 million for Liberia under a 21-month Resilience and Sustainability Facility, extending one of the Fund's newest…
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Endeavour Mining posts record $880m EBITDA
Endeavour Mining, West Africa's largest gold producer, reported record adjusted EBITDA of $880 million for…
Africa’s $164bn wealth funds eye mining
Africa's sovereign wealth funds now hold combined assets exceeding $164 billion and are being deployed…
Abiy unveils Addis Ababa’s riverside makeover
Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the Entoto-Kebena River and Riverside Development Project in Addis Ababa…
EU’s steel tariff hits South Africa
The EU's new steel import framework took effect July 1, imposing annual quotas with a…