Mozambique’s long-held dreams of natural gas have got a fresh boost following an estimated $1.1 billion contract award by ExxonMobil for the Rovuma LNG Phase 1 project in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado region. The signing of the contracts represents a big leap towards FID for the project, whose objective is to build onshore LNG facilities with […]
South Africa has a new Nobel laureate, and she is 85. The Navi Pillay Nobel Peace Prize announcement came on Friday in Oslo, where the Norwegian Nobel Committee honoured the former UN human rights chief for her efforts to promote peace and international law. Al Jazeera reports she is the fifth South African to win […]
Anyone who has watched a diesel generator roar through a mine’s fuel budget knows what unreliable power costs. According to a Trafigura executive, a new Congo miners power project $1 billion annual savings estimate could soon be within reach for the copper and cobalt belt. The line behind the number On 7 October in Kinshasa, […]
Fuel prices have a way of finding every household, from Lagos to Lusaka. The message from London is blunt: global oil stockpile buffer nearly depleted amid supply concerns, and the market has little left to fall back on. Executives made the warning at the Energy Intelligence Forum this week. How Thin Is the Cushion? Saudi […]
Travel to wellness destinations has taken a new shape and form. The idea of a wellness getaway is not just about visiting a spa anymore. Southern Africa has been identified as one of the leading regions in the world where people will be traveling on vacation with wellness and relaxation in mind in 2026. Southern Africa […]
Mobile money transactions have changed the face of finance in Africa and are responsible for making Africa the world leader when it comes to the digitalization of financial transactions. In 2026, countries such as Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Zambia, Senegal, and Somalia are seeing the highest rate of growth in mobile money transactions africa. As […]
East Africa is seeing one of the biggest booms in the development of transport infrastructure, with investments worth billions of dollars being made in the construction of railways, highways, and logistics corridors. East Africa Infrastructure Boom, In particular, such projects such as the expansion of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Kenya, the upgrading of […]
The demand for domestic air transportation is increasing in July 2026 due to the emergence of many airlines that are offering both domestic and international flight routes that are designed to increase connectivity, tourism, business travel, and trade in the region. Many airlines are offering direct flights between the countries and continents by providing new […]
As part of a new and exciting tourism season in Africa, international tourist numbers are on the rise owing to improved flight connections and visa regulations. Best tourist destinations in Africa this summer, From iconic safari destinations to exotic cities, cultural centers to islands, the diverse landscape in Africa continues to attract many tourists seeking […]
July is the beginning of a new financial year for several African countries, and therefore, several policies, tax adjustments, and cost-of-living changes are always made at the start of a new year. Some of the changes that are expected to be made in 2026 include tax adjustments in Kenya, South Africa’s electricity price hike, and […]
If you are going to travel in East Africa, your process will become easier with the help of the East Africa Tourist Visa (EATV). With the cost of $100, the multiple-entry visa is perfect for traveling in all three countries easily. What is an East Africa Tourist Visa? The East Africa Tourist Visa is a […]
Africa’s billionaires are more than just symbols of huge wealth; they are also the builders of industries, the leaders of new ideas, and the pioneers who are shaping the future. The best people in Africa are strong, creative, and good at business. For example, Nigeria is a world leader in cement and telecom, and South […]
During early Friday trading on the 13th of June, the South African rand fell 1.6% to 18.04 per USD, as global risk aversion rose amid Israeli military action concerning Iran. As investors shifted their focus to safe-haven assets, the rand’s well-documented rally—based on the resolution of a budget dispute and elevated commodity prices—came to a […]
At a China–Africa cooperation conference in Changsha, Beijing made a commitment to provide zero-tariff access to imports from all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties; this expands the benefit of duty-free access it provided last year to all but the least developed countries. As trade tensions rise-especially with impending tariffs on key […]
A team from the West African group ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) has left Guinea-Bissau after the country’s president, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, reportedly threatened to kick them out. The ECOWAS team had arrived last month to help local leaders agree on how and when to hold elections this year. They even prepared a […]
Namibia’s President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has removed Agriculture Minister Mac-Albert Hengari from his position. The decision came after serious allegations of rape involving a minor. The President’s office confirmed on Sunday that Hengari’s dismissal is effective from April 23, 2025. Local media reports say Hengari might also face other charges like abduction and abortion. In Namibia, […]
“Baby Shark Dance” is still making waves in 2025! The kids’ song by South Korea’s Pinkfong is now the most-watched YouTube video of all time. This Korean song has crossed 15.47 billion views globally. The catchy tune first went viral in 2016 and hasn’t slowed down since. The video beat Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito”, which had […]
Cross-border activity suffered vast disruption when the new ban started at midnight Thursday with its direct impact on border checkpoints including Kasumulu. Before the border hosted many commercial trucks yet now official delivery of fuel products represents the sole traffic through this crossing. The Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe stated that the trade restrictions serve as […]
Chinese production companies directly offer their luxury products at wholesale rates online because they were created for luxury retailers. Social media reveals places where suppliers create luxury products for Birkin and other premium brands including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and others. The production companies demonstrate their crafting abilities and high-quality materials while showing big price differences […]