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.
Angola’s $107 oil windfall meets SA’s supply crisis
Angola's 2026 budget used a $61 oil reference price; Brent is at $107, generating roughly $50 million per day in…
Mozambique signs $537m US compact that survived Trump cuts
Mozambique signed a $537.5 million MCC Compact II with the US on April 30 covering coastal resilience, rural transport and…
Ghana plans 1,200MW plant after Akosombo fire crisis
Ghana's President Mahama announced on May 2 that construction will begin before end-2026 on a state-owned 1,200-megawatt gas power plant,…
Kenya Finance Bill 2026 hits KQ and fintech hard
Kenya's Finance Bill 2026 ends Kenya Airways' withholding tax exemption on overseas technical payments, expands the royalty definition to cover…
