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.
US spends $71m on Kenya airbase as ties deepen
IN SHORT: Kenya and the US are deepening defence ties across counterterrorism, maritime security, and emerging technology, with a series…
Nigeria health sector records major gains
IN SHORT: Nigeria's health minister Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate says the sector is recording significant progress across primary care, maternal…
Namibia rejects Starlink licence application
IN SHORT: Namibia's communications regulator CRAN has formally rejected Starlink's application for both a telecommunications service licence and a spectrum…
Ghana makes UN history on slavery
IN SHORT: Ghana tabled a resolution at the UN today declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity.…
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Lagos rail reaches for its airport
Nigeria's Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo announced plans at the Invest Lagos 3.0 forum on June…
TikTok’s AI purges 4m Nigerian videos
TikTok removed more than 4 million videos in Nigeria in Q4 2025, with 99.9% proactively…
Kenya Airways pursues $2bn turnaround investor
Kenya's government is seeking a strategic investor willing to commit $1.2-2 billion to Kenya Airways…
Eskom creates Green arm for renewable future
Eskom launched Eskom Green on June 10, a new separate renewable energy platform targeting mining…