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.

Rwanda’s AGUKA creates 128,000 jobs, eyes next phase

IN SHORT: Rwanda's AGUKA youth enterprise programme has generated 128,000 jobs and $9.3 million in income since 2022, exceeding its…

Nigeria’s copyright chief tells MultiChoice: fix the gaps

IN SHORT: Nigeria's Copyright Commission DG Dr John Asein met MultiChoice Nigeria CEO Kemi Omotosho and laid out three areas…

South Africa ranked among world’s most polite nations

A global Remitly survey has placed South Africa in the top 10 most polite nations in the world, with 1.82%…

Ban children from social media, CEO urges

Pinterest CEO Bill Ready has called on governments to ban under-16s from social media, arguing platforms are designed to maximise…

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…