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.

Ghana’s lithium problem isn’t geology. It’s people.

Ghana's Ewoyaa lithium project is set to produce 3.6 million tonnes of spodumene concentrate over its mine life. New academic…

Burkina Faso built the factories. Now it wants the tomatoes.

Burkina Faso's tomato export ban, effective March 16, is not a sudden policy shock. It is the enforcement step of…

South Africa backs Senegal against Morocco ruling

South African Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie pledged legal support for Senegal on the morning Morocco celebrated its restored AFCON title,…

Two million Kenyans with epilepsy, 80% untreated

Up to two million Kenyans live with epilepsy. Four in five receive no treatment. New EPInA research shows the burden…

Egypt opens Africa’s longest monorail line

President Sisi inaugurated the 56.5km East Nile Monorail on March 20, connecting Cairo Stadium in…

From Alexandra township to running Africa’s biggest bank

Mary Vilakazi grew up in Alexandra township, sold sweets for pocket money, financed her education…

All four SA banks are chasing Kenya

All four of South Africa's biggest banks are targeting Kenya simultaneously. Nedbank is buying NCBA.…

Kenya tempts cruise tourists inland with 30% park discount

Kenya is offering cruise passengers a 30 percent group discount on park entry fees to…