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.
Nigeria Locks Shea Exports for Another Year
Nigeria has extended its ban on raw shea nut exports by one year, pushing the world's largest producer to build…
Ruto Commissions 13,000-Unit KDF Housing Programme in Shift to Private Finance
President Ruto has commissioned the Roysambu Military Camp housing project and announced plans for over 13,000 KDF units funded largely…
Zambia Rejects $1 Billion US Health Deal Over Secret Mining Demands
Zambia has pushed back on a $1 billion US health funding agreement over a hidden clause tying the aid to…
Zimbabwe Halts All Raw Mineral Exports to Force Processing at Home
Zimbabwe has suspended exports of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect, including consignments already in transit, in…
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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…