For decades, global development strategies have followed a familiar path—build more schools, expand healthcare systems, and invest in skills development. The expectation was straightforward: strengthen […]
Kenya Has Abundant Renewable Energy. So Why Are Businesses Still Paying So Much for Electricity?
Imagine running a factory in a country known for its geothermal energy, wind farms and…
Ghana’s Cocoa Crisis: The Business Opportunities Behind a Struggling Industry
For millions of people around the world, cocoa begins and ends with chocolate. But in…
What Can an Akara Seller Tell You About Nigeria’s $11 Billion Food Industry?
Every morning across Nigerian cities, food vendors begin preparing meals before many of their customers…
Djibouti Unveils Ambitious ‘Salaam City’ Project to Redefine Urban Living
Djibouti has taken a major step toward transforming its urban landscape with the launch of Salaam City, a large-scale residential development poised to become the […]
Tanzania Criminalizes Unregistered CCTV Installations in New Security Law
Tanzania has introduced a new legal measure making it a criminal offence to install closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems without proper registration, in a move aimed […]
OPINION: Should Young Africans Inherit Sociopolitical Values “As Given”?
With over 70% of Africa’s population under the age of 30, the question of what sociopolitical values are passed on to the continent’s youth has […]
Govt secures Shs422b to buy 10 planes for Uganda Airlines
Uganda Airlines is preparing to grow its fleet with the support of a ₨422.26 billion allocation from the government, part of a larger supplementary budget […]
Uganda’s Economy Records Strong 8.5% Growth in Latest Quarter
Uganda recorded robust economic growth of 8.5 percent in the quarter ending December 2025, signaling continued recovery and expansion across key sectors. The latest figures, […]
TANZANIA: Waterforce Africa Ltd Driving Inclusive Water Access Through Gender-Responsive Solutions
Waterforce Africa Ltd is emerging as a key player in promoting social responsibility by improving access to clean and safe water through gender-responsive initiatives across […]
Zanzibar Deploys New Technology to Combat Illegal Logging
Authorities in Zanzibar have introduced new technology aimed at tracking and curbing illegal logging, marking a significant step in protecting the region’s natural resources. The […]
TANZANIA: Long Walks to School Continue to Shape Students’ Education Experience
Long distances to and from school remain a significant challenge for many students, particularly in rural areas, where limited transport infrastructure continues to affect access […]
Japan Turns Dirty Diapers Into New Products in Recycling Breakthrough
A groundbreaking recycling initiative in Japan is transforming one of the world’s most problematic waste products—used diapers—into reusable materials, offering new hope for reducing landfill […]