As Southern Africa grapples with increasing energy demands and a growing need for sustainability, several nations are turning to innovative power solutions to enhance energy independence. Namibia, in particular, is taking significant steps to reduce its reliance on energy imports by boosting local capacity through renewable energy projects.  With neighbouring countries like Botswana and Ghana […]

South Africa’s Information Regulator is including Google and Elon Musk’s X in the recent general election probe initially involving Meta Platforms.  Pansy Tlakula, the chairperson of the regulator confirmed that the three companies refused to abide by requests for information made in terms of the Promotion of Access to Information Act (Paia). She revealed that […]

Early-stage venture capital firm Launch Africa Ventures has introduced the Launch Africa Mezzanine Impact Fund, designed to provide growth capital to African and GCC-based technology companies. This new initiative aims to support businesses that uphold strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, driving sustainable growth across the continent. Launch Africa Ventures has already made waves […]

The Democratic Republic of Congo has abruptly cancelled a $1.2 billion project to establish a national biometric ID system. This decision comes just months after a government watchdog highlighted severe concerns about cost overruns and potential funding irregularities within the project. Background and Financial Concerns of Congo’s ID System The initiative, set to be executed […]

The 11th Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) kicks off at the GTC JW Marriott in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 4 to September 6, 2024. The Africa Fintech Summit is the most significant Pan-African endeavour that brings together investors, regulators, innovators, and senior decision-makers in Africa’s fintech sector to shape the future of this quickly expanding industry. […]

Dakar, the capital of Senegal, has achieved a significant milestone by introducing Sub-Saharan Africa’s first electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network. This pioneering approach in transport geography is set to revolutionise the urban transport landscape, offering a reliable, affordable, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional public transport models. Read also: Kenya electric vehicles receive special green […]