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.

Russia agrees to stop recruiting Kenyans

Kenya's Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi secured an agreement in Moscow on March 16 that Russia will stop recruiting Kenyan nationals…

Rwanda shut 15,000 churches. Here is why.

Rwanda has closed more than 15,000 churches since 2018, citing safety failures, unqualified clergy, and financial exploitation. The policy is…

Ethiopia spends billions shielding fuel prices from Gulf war

Ethiopia has sharply expanded fuel subsidies after the US-Israel-Iran conflict closed the Strait of Hormuz and pushed global diesel prices…

Africa’s Oscars moment: wins, nominations at the 98th Academy Awards

The 98th Academy Awards delivered a landmark night for African and African-American talent. Sinners, Ryan Coogler's record-breaking film rooted in…

Airtel Zambia joins the $1bn club

Airtel Networks Zambia Plc crossed US$1 billion in market capitalisation on the Lusaka Securities Exchange…

Spiro bets on batteries, not motorcycles

Spiro co-founder Gagan Gupta told TechCabal that batteries and energy infrastructure, not motorcycles, drive the…

Tanzania self-funds its $24bn budget

Tanzania's Finance Minister Khamis Mussa presented the Tsh62.33 trillion ($24 billion) 2026/27 budget on June…

Cardoso wins Central Bank of the Year

Nigeria's Central Bank was named Central Bank of the Year 2026 at the Central Banking…