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.

Sweden’s 4-year visa targets Africa’s best

Sweden will double the validity of its EU Blue Card from two years to four years from June 1, 2026,…

Kenya ships first 54 containers to China, targets $4bn deficit

IN SHORT: Kenya has shipped its first 54 containers to China under the new zero-tariff framework, carrying avocados, coffee, hides,…

African women hold 1% of global justice power

The inaugural Global Justice 50/50 report has found that women from low-income countries hold just 1% of the most powerful…

MTN donates devices to school with perfect matric pass rate

IN SHORT: MTN South Africa has donated digital devices to Qibing Secondary School in the Free State, which recorded a…

Nigeria health sector records major gains

IN SHORT: Nigeria's health minister Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate says the sector is recording significant…

Namibia rejects Starlink licence application

IN SHORT: Namibia's communications regulator CRAN has formally rejected Starlink's application for both a telecommunications…

Stanbic launches women’s banking in Ghana

IN SHORT: Stanbic Bank Ghana has launched Obaa Sima, a dedicated women's banking proposition targeting…

Ghana makes UN history on slavery

IN SHORT: Ghana tabled a resolution at the UN today declaring the transatlantic slave trade…