11 articles tagged with “Africa”
Virologists warn African governments against bilateral health agreements that may compromise pathogen sovereignty and health data control in exchange for US donor funding.
As experts warn against reckless social media use, a landmark report reveals health journalism across Africa faces existential threats, creating a dangerous convergence that undermines public trust and health outcomes.
From courtroom convictions in Anambra to passport scandals in Nairobi, this week's miscellany reveals the intricate texture of African life — where administrative failures, cultural moments, and everyday dramas intersect.
As JPYC secures $11.9 million for Japan's yen stablecoin expansion, questions emerge about whether Africa's industrial future requires fundamentally different capital structures than those driving Web3 innovation in developed markets.
Health experts trace the contested historical origins of female genital mutilation across Africa, as understanding the practice's roots becomes critical to dismantling traditions that affect millions of girls annually.
The American civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate passed away this week, leaving behind a legacy that resonated far beyond US borders and inspired liberation movements across Africa and the developing world.
Africa's largest refinery has achieved its initial design capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, positioning Nigeria to reduce refined product imports and potentially reshape regional petroleum markets.
From foiled kidnappings in Nigeria to drive-by shootings in South Africa, police forces across the continent wage war on two fronts—against sophisticated criminal networks and their own compromised officers.
From Oracle community expansion across the continent to cryptocurrency market predictions and evolving software delivery methodologies, African technology leaders are charting courses through a complex digital landscape.
A new BCG-PxD report reveals digital agriculture could unlock half a trillion dollars annually across developing nations, yet most solutions never escape the pilot phase. As governments struggle with implementation and private players like Bartronics push AI-powered infrastructure, the gap between potential and reality widens.
A wave of investment is reshaping Africa's transport landscape, with electric motorbike operators securing hundreds of millions in funding while traditional battery manufacturers abandon their core business for solar and EV partnerships.