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.
Kenya’s Haiti bill: worth it?
Kenya's second police contingent has returned from Haiti after a mission that cost Sh4.5 billion in nine months, three lives,…
Iran’s yuan gambit just broke the oil market
Iran has told CNN it will allow oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz only if cargo is traded in…
Ghana cuts utility bills, launches EV tariff
Ghana's PURC has cut electricity tariffs by 4.81 percent and water tariffs by 3.06 percent from April 1, driven by…
Nairobi cleans up. Can it become a habit?
Nairobi's Dandora clean-up, led by Dr Joyce Kithure, raises a deeper question: what turns a community event into a permanent…
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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…