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How Open Universities Are Expanding Access to Higher Education in Africa

Higher education has long been considered the bedrock of development, offering nations a skilled workforce and fostering innovation. However, for many, the doors of traditional universities remain closed due to.

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Diaspora Bonds: Africa’s New Economic Lifeline

For centuries, African nations have sought sustainable financial solutions to accelerate development, improve infrastructure, and bridge economic gaps. However, reliance on foreign aid and volatile international investments has often left.

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Africa’s Ports: Gateway to Economic Transformation

Ports serve as the arteries of global trade, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across continents and underpinning economic growth. In 2024, their significance has only intensified, with maritime trade.

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Making Global Governance Work for Africa

The global governance system has long been championed as a mechanism to address transnational challenges. However, for Africa—a continent rich in potential yet burdened by historical and structural inequities—it often.

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Franchising Could Revolutionise African Entrepreneurship

Franchising has long been a cornerstone of business expansion in developed economies. The global franchise market was valued at approximately USD 133.17 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach.

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Addressing Waste Crisis in Africa Through Recycling

The global waste crisis is a ticking time bomb. Every year, humanity generates approximately 2.24 billion tonnes of solid waste, a figure expected to rise to 3.88 billion tonnes by.

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Africa’s Consumption Market: A Retail Revolution Unfolding

Africa’s consumer market is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing, with projections indicating a population of 2.5 billion by 2050. This surge is largely driven by the continent’s.

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Land Rights vs. Development: Who Owns Africa’s Future?

The question of land rights versus development has long been a global conundrum, oscillating between economic progress and indigenous entitlements. Across continents, the delicate balance between empowering communities and driving.

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The Economics of Climate Change Adaptation in Africa

Climate change is not a distant spectre looming over the horizon; it is an immediate, relentless force reshaping economies and lives worldwide. The economic stakes are monumental. According to the.

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Regional Blocs vs. Nationalism: Balancing Economic Unity and Sovereignty

With a growing push for deeper regional integration through initiatives like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and while individual nations remain protective of their sovereignty and economic independence,.

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