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.

South Africa’s NHI loses in ConCourt

South Africa's Constitutional Court struck down the Certificate of Need provisions in the National Health Act on May 18, removing…

WHO declares Ebola continental emergency

WHO declared the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on May 16.…

Nigeria catches its fugitive power minister

Nigeria's EFCC arrested former Minister of Power Saleh Mamman at 3:30am on May 19 in Kaduna, more than a week…

Museveni signs law that rattles investors

Uganda's President Museveni signed the Protection of Sovereignty Act into law on May 17, requiring individuals acting on behalf of…