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.

Cardoso wins Central Bank of the Year

Nigeria's Central Bank was named Central Bank of the Year 2026 at the Central Banking Awards in London on June…

Rwanda’s Rwf7.8tn budget hits parliament

Rwanda Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa presented the Rwf7.8 trillion ($990 million) national budget to Parliament on June 11, a 12%…

China embeds deeper in Africa’s ports

China holds stakes in roughly one-third of African ports, has invested $50 billion in port infrastructure since 2013, and accounts…

Kenya wins the ICA-Africa chair

McLoud Malonza, Chair of Co-operative Bank Holdings and the Co-operative Alliance of Kenya, was elected Chairperson of ICA-Africa in Maputo…

Abiy unveils Addis Ababa’s riverside makeover

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the Entoto-Kebena River and Riverside Development Project in Addis Ababa…

EU’s steel tariff hits South Africa

The EU's new steel import framework took effect July 1, imposing annual quotas with a…