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.
China VP arrives as Kenya-China ties deepen
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng arrived in Kenya on March 22 for talks with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, the first…
Ghana’s lithium problem isn’t geology. It’s people.
Ghana's Ewoyaa lithium project is set to produce 3.6 million tonnes of spodumene concentrate over its mine life. New academic…
Burkina Faso built the factories. Now it wants the tomatoes.
Burkina Faso's tomato export ban, effective March 16, is not a sudden policy shock. It is the enforcement step of…
South Africa backs Senegal against Morocco ruling
South African Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie pledged legal support for Senegal on the morning Morocco celebrated its restored AFCON title,…
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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…