Africa’s Digital Leap: How Technology Is Rewriting the Growth Story

Africa is entering a new phase of its economic transformation, and increasingly, the engine is digital.   Across the continent, technology is moving beyond smartphones, social media and mobile payments.

Resource Governance: Reclaiming Africa’s Wealth from Illicit Networks

Across Africa, communities and governments are confronting a problem that has been allowed to grow for years: the illegal exploitation of the continent’s natural resources.   From gold and diamonds.

Social Protection: The Missing Piece in African Economic Reform

Across Africa, governments are undertaking difficult economic reforms designed to stabilise economies weakened by rising debt, inflation, currency pressures and global market shocks. From subsidy reforms and exchange-rate adjustments to.

Zambia’s Democratic Choice: Another Win for Africa

Zambia has once again demonstrated the power of the ballot in shaping Africa’s political future, as voters returned President Hakainde Hichilema to office for a second five-year term.   The.

Beyond Colonial Codes: How Africa Is Reclaiming Its Legal Identity

The 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, held in Port Harcourt from 21 to 28 August under the theme “Beyond Limits”, was more than a gathering of legal.

Built for Survival: Inside Lesotho’s Remarkable 200-Year-Old Kome Cave Dwellings

“I was born in this house in 1983. I have never lived anywhere else.” — Ntefane Ntefane   There are places in Africa where history is preserved in museums and.

Africa’s Digital Leap: How Technology Is Rewriting the Growth Story

Resource Governance: Reclaiming Africa’s Wealth from Illicit Networks

Social Protection: The Missing Piece in African Economic Reform

Zambia’s Democratic Choice: Another Win for Africa

Beyond Colonial Codes: How Africa Is Reclaiming Its Legal Identity

Built for Survival: Inside Lesotho’s Remarkable 200-Year-Old Kome Cave Dwellings

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Leadership and Trade: The Abuja Breaking Barrier Summit That Could Redefine Africa’s Future

I walked into the Abuja Continental Hotel on 30 July 2026 and immediately felt that this wasn’t going to be an ordinary conference. The room was filled with presidents, prime.

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One Year, One Community: How the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App is Bringing Young People Together

One year ago, the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App was launched with a clear mission: to provide young people across Africa and Europe with a single digital space to learn,.

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Ibrahim Kabir Masari’s Diplomacy and Recognition Take Centre Stage at Africa’s Trade and Leadership Summit

Some moments at the Breaking Barriers to Trade & Leadership Summit 2026 extended far beyond the conference sessions. They unfolded through quiet conversations, diplomatic exchanges and personal engagements that reflected.

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Africa’s Finest Leaders honoured in London at ABLA 2026

London, United Kingdom Africa’s leading figures in government, business, finance, academia and public service were honoured at the African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2026, held at the iconic House of.

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DR. GEORGE AGYEKUM DONKOR CONFIRMED AS SPEAKER AND HONOUREE AT THE 16TH AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AWARDS (ABLA) 2026 IN LONDON

African Leadership Magazine is delighted to announce that Dr. George Agyekum Donkor, President and Chairman of the Board of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), has been confirmed.

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Hon. Boima S. Kamara Named Among ALM Top 40 African Finance Leaders 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   London, United Kingdom | 8, July 2026   Hon. Boima S. Kamara, Director General of the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA), has been recognised with the.

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Mr Karifa Condé Honoured with African Port Operations, Maritime Logistics & Trade Facilitation Leadership Excellence Award at ABLA 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   London, United Kingdom | 8, July 2026   Mr Karifa Condé, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinée (CBG), has been.

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Dr John Mangudya Receives African Sovereign Investment Leadership Excellence Award at ABLA 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, United Kingdom |8,  July 2026   Dr John Panonetsa Mangudya, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Mutapa Investment Fund, Zimbabwe, has been honoured with the African.

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Dr Brian Mushimba Receives African Business Leadership Special Commendation Award at ABLA 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   London, United Kingdom | 8, July 2026   Dr Brian Mushimba, former Chief Executive Officer of GL Africa Energy Limited, Zambia, has been honoured with the.

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MR BOKANG THITOYAMORE CONFIRMED TO ATTEND THE 16TH AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AWARDS (ABLA) 2026 IN LONDON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   London, United Kingdom | 8, July 2026   African Leadership Magazine is proud to announce that Mr Bokang Thitoyamore, Chief Executive Officer of Naledi Mining Services.

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Uganda’s AFCON 2027 Visa Waiver: Opening Borders and Unlocking Africa’s Tourism Potential

Uganda’s decision to waive visa requirements for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 is more than a logistical adjustment. It is a strategic move that positions the country at.

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ITFC Signs $35M Deal to Boost Djibouti’s Maritime Growth and Diversification

By any measure, Djibouti occupies one of the world’s most strategic maritime positions. Located at the crossroads of the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, the country has long.

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IMF Raises 2026 Growth Forecast for Nigeria and South Africa

In its January 2026 World Economic Outlook Update, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) presents a global economy showing surface-level steadiness, underpinned by a complex balancing act of divergent forces. While.

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Investment Holdings and Currency Localisation Reshaping Ethiopia’s Economy

Ethiopia has decided to handle the production of its national currency, the Ethiopian Birr, in an effort to foster its sovereignty, institutional power, economy and its continuous development.   The.

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E1 World Championship Debuts in Lagos as Team Brazil Triumphs

The E1 World Championship, the first all-electric powerboat racing series, took to the waters of Lagos from 4–5 October 2025, marking a defining moment in its global expansion. More than.

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From Trade to Transformation: China Mission and Africa’s Industrial Future

How a 12-day investment mission is seeking to turn Chinese capital and know-how into factories, jobs, technology, and a stronger African production base Nigeria’s relationship with China has always been.

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Beyond Colonial Codes: How Africa Is Reclaiming Its Legal Identity

The 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, held in Port Harcourt from 21 to 28 August under the theme “Beyond Limits”, was more than a gathering of legal.

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Built for Survival: Inside Lesotho’s Remarkable 200-Year-Old Kome Cave Dwellings

“I was born in this house in 1983. I have never lived anywhere else.” — Ntefane Ntefane   There are places in Africa where history is preserved in museums and.

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Africa’s Farming Revolution: Technology and Science Are Helping Farmers Adapt

For millions of African families, farming is not simply an economic activity. It is the foundation of household income, food security and community life. Yet farmers across the continent are.

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Climate-Smart Agriculture: Securing West Africa’s Food Future

West Africa is turning challenges into opportunity, leveraging regional cooperation, climate-smart agriculture, and stronger trade and data systems to transform food systems. This shift promises affordable nutrition, inclusive growth, poverty.

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From Trade to Transformation: China Mission and Africa’s Industrial Future

How a 12-day investment mission is seeking to turn Chinese capital and know-how into factories, jobs, technology, and a stronger African production base Nigeria’s relationship with China has always been.

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From Raw Materials to Finished Products: Africa’s Push for Local Value Addition

Africa is increasingly confronting one of the continent’s most persistent economic challenges: how to move beyond exporting raw materials and capture more of the value created from its natural resources..

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Economic Inclusion Now: Addressing Africa’s Cost-of-Living and Youth Activism

Africa is entering a defining era of opportunity, powered by the energy and ambition of its youth and a shared drive for economic renewal. While the pressures of rising living.

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Africa’s Blue Economy Takes Shape: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Industries Create New Opportunities

Africa’s oceans, lakes and rivers are increasingly being recognised as economic assets rather than simply natural resources. From fisheries and aquaculture to coastal tourism and maritime trade, the continent’s blue.

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Zimbabwe’s Blueberry Boom: High-Value Agriculture Opening New Export Markets

Zimbabwe is quietly building one of Africa’s most promising agricultural export stories. Once a relatively small player in the global blueberry market, the country has rapidly expanded production and is.

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AI Precision Farming: Transforming Smallholder Agriculture Across Africa’s Digital Landscape

Africa’s development trajectory hinges on digital transformation as a catalyst for agricultural productivity, food security, and economic resilience. The African Union’s Digital Agriculture Strategy (AU-DAS), running through 2026, aims to.

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Beyond the Beaches: 10 Seychelles Experiences Every Traveller Should Discover

Imagine arriving in Seychelles expecting turquoise waters, white sand and postcard-perfect beaches, only to discover that the real magic begins when you leave the shoreline.   Yes, Seychelles has some.

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Africa’s Yield Gap: Smart Policies for Agricultural Transformation

Africa holds nearly two-thirds of the world’s uncultivated arable land, yet its food import bill reached $122.9 billion in 2022. This gap between potential and reality presents a powerful opportunity.

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South Africa’s Tourism Revival: Rising Visitor Numbers Fuel Economic Growth

South Africa’s tourism sector is entering a stronger phase of recovery, with rising visitor numbers pointing to renewed confidence in one of the country’s most important service industries. The country.

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Sustainable Agriculture Africa: A Turning Point for Food Security

Africa’s journey towards overcoming food insecurity and climate shocks is entering a hopeful and decisive new chapter. Recent regional initiatives, championed by institutions like ECOWAS and supported by international partners.

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Africa’s Tourism Success: Unlocking Potential Through Collaboration

As Africa’s tourism sector continues its strong recovery from recent global disruptions, the focus must shift beyond simply counting visitor numbers. The true measure of sustainable growth lies in building.

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Geothermal Leadership: Kenya’s Energy Infrastructure Model for Africa

Energy access remains a fundamental driver of economic growth, social development, and technological advancement. For Africa, a continent characterised by vast rural populations and persistent energy deficits, expanding reliable electricity.

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Leadership and Trade: The Abuja Breaking Barrier Summit That Could Redefine Africa’s Future

I walked into the Abuja Continental Hotel on 30 July 2026 and immediately felt that this wasn’t going to be an ordinary conference. The room was filled with presidents, prime.

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One Year, One Community: How the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App is Bringing Young People Together

One year ago, the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App was launched with a clear mission: to provide young people across Africa and Europe with a single digital space to learn,.

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Ibrahim Kabir Masari’s Diplomacy and Recognition Take Centre Stage at Africa’s Trade and Leadership Summit

Some moments at the Breaking Barriers to Trade & Leadership Summit 2026 extended far beyond the conference sessions. They unfolded through quiet conversations, diplomatic exchanges and personal engagements that reflected.

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African Food Systems: Nigeria’s $500M Niger Delta Localised Agribusiness Model

In July 2026, Nigeria unveiled a groundbreaking $500 million Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund, signalling a decisive step towards transforming one of Africa’s most resource-rich yet economically dependent regions. The.

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