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.
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…
Amnesty backs Ghana’s UN slavery resolution
IN SHORT: Amnesty International has welcomed the UN General Assembly's adoption of Ghana's resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the…
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AFC closes record $2bn syndicated loan
Africa Finance Corporation raised a record $2 billion syndicated loan on June 4, upsized from…
Salt River Market transformed into 970 homes
Cape Town's Salt River Market site was formally handed to developer Communicare on June 8…
Rwanda locks in $250m IMF credit facility
The IMF Executive Board approved Rwanda's $250 million, 38-month Extended Credit Facility on June 9,…
Nigeria’s trade surplus triples to N7.55tn
Nigeria's Q1 2026 merchandise trade surplus surged 341% to N7.55 trillion ($4.1 billion) from N1.71…