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.

Africa gains as Italy ditches Qatar gas

Italy's Energy Minister has announced a pivot to African gas suppliers after QatarEnergy declared force majeure on five LNG shipments…

Ghana at 69: the unfinished story

On March 6, 1957, Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence from colonial rule. Sixty-nine years later,…

SA deploys army against illegal mining

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa is deploying specialised units, SANDF troops and a 12-dimensional disruption programme to dismantle…

Mozambique president declares war on corruption

President Daniel Chapo has called for civil and criminal accountability of public managers, announcing new oversight bodies and a State…