Mohamed Moniem of ALX Africa argues that local expertise, continuous learning and pathways for junior talent are essential to turning Africa’s AI investment into lasting value.
Panoro’s Africa Strategy: Why Côte d’Ivoire Gas Matters
Panoro’s Côte d’Ivoire gas acquisition diversifies its African revenue base. Julien Balkany discusses investment priorities, with an update on the Dussafu rig incident.
CBAM Documentation for African Exporters: A Practical Checklist for 2026
African exporters supplying CBAM-covered goods to the EU need a clear evidence trail. This checklist explains product classification, production and emissions records, verification, and the deadlines covering 2026 imports.
DRC–Zambia Power Link Targets Copperbelt Mining Demand as Financing Work Continues
The US$300 million Kalumbila–Kolwezi power link targets imports of up to 550MW for the DRC Copperbelt, with financing and construction milestones still ahead.
Inside Fine Spinners USD 5 million expansion in Uganda
Fine Spinners Uganda Limited is investing an additional US$5 million in machinery at its Kampala mill. CEO Sav Bedi explains the planned weaving operation, export strategy, cotton purchases and expected jobs.
Changes in Commodity Terms of Trade Across Selected African Economies, January–May 2026
IMF data for 51 African economies show that the commodity net export price index rose in 14 of them and fell in 37 between January–February and March–May 2026. The commodity import price index rose in all 51.
Fairtrade Banana Prices 2027: Changes for Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Fairtrade’s 2027 banana price floors will rise for Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire. Our comparison explains the changes by product and delivery basis, while the separate Premium remains USD 1 per box.
Why Credit History Still Matters for Online Loans
Credit history remains important when applying for online loans in South Africa. Learn how lenders consider income, existing debts and affordability when reviewing applications.
Family Tech Support: What South African Banks and Digital Services Can Learn
A Kaspersky-commissioned survey explores family tech support. For South African banks and digital services, it raises questions about accessibility, customer support and account control.
Virgin Atlantic to increase Johannesburg–London flights to 10 weekly from December
Virgin Atlantic plans to increase Johannesburg–London Heathrow services to ten weekly flights from December 2026 until late March 2027. Daily Airbus A350-1000 operations return on 25 October.