Kolisi Cleared as Erasmus Confirms Springbok Squad for New Zealand Tests
Rassie Erasmus names 36-man Springbok squad for New Zealand tour, with Siya Kolisi fit to captain and Jasper Wiese set to return for the second Test.
Civil Society Groups Challenge DRC’s “Minerals for Infrastructure” Deal with China
Civil society groups in the DRC are demanding a review of the China “minerals for infrastructure” deal, warning it still favours Beijing over Kinshasa.
Zimbabwe Risks Being Left Behind as China Deepens Its Grip
China investment in Zimbabwe dominates mining and energy, while Japan looks elsewhere. Can Harare attract new partners or stay tied to Beijing?
Japan Weighs Investment Risks in Africa as Rivals Push Ahead
Japan weighs investment in Africa as rivals China and Russia expand influence. Can new safeguards ease risks and open vast opportunities for growth?
African Union Backs Campaign to Replace Mercator Map with Accurate Projection
The African Union has endorsed a campaign to replace the Mercator map with the Equal Earth projection, aiming to show Africa’s true size.
ZESCO and Anzana Launch $300m Joint Venture to Expand Power Access Along Lobito Corridor
ZESCO and Anzana launch $300m venture to connect 2m Zambians to power by 2030, boosting electrification along the Lobito Corridor.
TICAD 9 Shifts Focus from Aid to Private Investment in Africa
TICAD 9 closed in Yokohama with a shift from aid to private investment, highlighting blended finance, trade corridors and Japanese capital for Africa.
Africa Must Write Her Own Story, The Cost of Silence
Africa is not writing its own story. Instead, it allows foreign media to define its image, and the stories told are often negative. The strength or weakness of any nation…
Uganda Plans New City Near Kampala on Land Once Offered to Akon
Uganda plans to build a new city on the Mpungwe Peninsula, about 40 km east of Kampala, to ease congestion in the capital. The site borders land once offered to…
Eskom Seeks Solar Power Deals to Cut Coal Dependence
Eskom has invited South Africa’s largest power users to sign long-term solar purchase agreements, aiming to cut its coal reliance and boost clean energy. The plan targets 2GW of projects…
