Africa produces what it doesn’t consume, and consumes what it doesn’t produce. That stark line captures the contradictions of a continent that holds between 50% and 60% of the world’s uncultivated ...

Mobile phones now handle sales, payments, and logistics for thousands of small businesses Orange launches Mobile Pro to serve firms with fewer than 10 employees The offer reflects the growing weight ...

Guinea ratifies €66 million loans to fund digital TV rollout Project to upgrade RTG, build studios, expand broadcast network Transition aims to improve coverage, after missing 2025 deadline Guinea’s ...

Nigeria will deploy 200 special forces soldiers to Turkey for training The program reflects broader defense cooperation, including equipment production Rising security threats have driven a sharp ...

Mulilo reaches financial close on 380 MW solar plant in Beaufort West Plant to generate 818 GWh annually, supply businesses via PPA Project avoids 860,000 tons CO2 yearly, backed by major investors ...

Mozambique's telecom regulator is reviewing bids from three operators for 5G spectrum in the 700 MHz, 2.6 GHz, and 3.5 GHz bands. No commercial launch date has been set, and the rollout will come with ...

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has convened a capacity‑building workshop from 31 March to 2 April 2026 in Lomé for members of its Gender Equality Committee. The session was ...

Funding part of $250 million raise to boost investor confidence Fintech expands services, processes $40 billion across 30 countries Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved a $75 million investment ...

Seychelles president visits Russia, UAE to strengthen strategic partnerships Talks cover tourism, investment, transport, food security cooperation Trip reflects push for balanced international ties ...

Togo unveils 2026–2028 strategy to boost Sahel-Gulf cooperation Plan targets security, trade corridors, political dialogue, regional integration Initiative may deepen AES ties, raising questions for ...

Shares gained 42.36% in 2025 and hit an all-time high of 37,500 CFA francs in 2026, delivering investors a sustained rally on the BRVM exchange The board now proposes distributing 80% of 2025 net ...

Data center electricity use is expected to nearly double by 2030 Renewables and gas will supply most of the additional demand Africa remains a marginal player due to limited digital and energy ...