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.

Mozambique pitches $57bn energy vision in Brussels

President Daniel Chapo opened Mozambique's energy investment forum in Brussels on March 18 with a $20 billion TotalEnergies commitment confirmed…

Kenya’s $38bn fund: bold or borrowed trouble?

President Ruto signed the National Infrastructure Fund into law on March 9, mobilising $38 billion over a decade for roads,…

Uganda’s copper: Norway or Nigeria?

Uganda sits on copper, cobalt and rare earths at the exact moment the world is desperate for them. Whether that…

Kenya’s Haiti bill: worth it?

Kenya's second police contingent has returned from Haiti after a mission that cost Sh4.5 billion in nine months, three lives,…

Egypt opens Africa’s longest monorail line

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

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…

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.…