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The Congo Is Not “Cursed” by Its Natural Resources: Junior Badila on What’s Happening to the DRC’s Minerals
Critical Minerals

The Congo Is Not “Cursed” by Its Natural Resources: Junior Badila on What’s Happening to the DRC’s Minerals

The Democratic Republic of Congo is rich in minerals vital to the global energy transition and new technologies, but much of that wealth has yet to translate in...

Caleb Koyo Aug 24, 2026 674 views
Why Is Africa Rich in Resources but Still Poor?

Why Is Africa Rich in Resources but Still Poor?

Africa holds more than 30 percent of the world's known mineral reserves, including critical resources for modern industries like cobalt, lithium, rare earths, c...

James A. Abi Aug 24, 2026 209 views
Guinea Landfill Collapse Kills 30 in Conakry, Dozens Injured
Humanitarian Crisis

Guinea Landfill Collapse Kills 30 in Conakry, Dozens Injured

At least 30 people have been killed and 22 injured after a mountainous heap of refuse collapsed at the Dar Es Salam landfill in Guinea's capital, Conakry, follo...

James A. Abi Aug 24, 2026 171 views
Niger Accelerates Electronics Assembly Plant Project Ahead of October Launch
Digital Transformation

Niger Accelerates Electronics Assembly Plant Project Ahead of October Launch

Niger plans to open an electronics assembly plant by the end of October 2026 that will produce smartphones, computers and tablets, with construction currently 6...

James A. Abi Aug 23, 2026 222 views
DRC and M23 Agree on Peace Roadmap Following Week-Long Talks in Switzerland
Regional Politics

DRC and M23 Agree on Peace Roadmap Following Week-Long Talks in Switzerland

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the AFC/M23 rebel group have agreed to develop a roadmap setting out sequenced steps and timelines for peace negotiations u...

James A. Abi Aug 23, 2026 172 views
South African Rand Strengthens Against the U.S. Dollar
Markets

South African Rand Strengthens Against the U.S. Dollar

The South African rand has strengthened sharply against the U.S. dollar, reaching its strongest level since the beginning of the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict. High...

Rodah Muchembi Aug 22, 2026 190 views
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 2,500 Deaths as Virus Spreads Faster Than Response
Humanitarian Crisis

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 2,500 Deaths as Virus Spreads Faster Than Response

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing its deadliest Ebola outbreak on record. More than 2,500 people have died and over 5,000 confirmed cases have been rep...

Rodah Muchembi Aug 21, 2026 194 views
Poultry farming: A new goldmine for youth in Kenya

Poultry farming: A new goldmine for youth in Kenya

Across Kenya, a striking contrast defines the young population: high literacy, advanced education, and vast economic potential paired with severe employment sca...

Peter Kaindigo Aug 21, 2026 354 views
Who Really Owns Africa’s Natural Resources?

Who Really Owns Africa’s Natural Resources?

Africa is one of the world’s richest continents in oil, gas, gold, copper, cobalt, lithium, platinum and other strategic resources. Yet the question of who ac...

Rodah Muchembi Aug 21, 2026 348 views
Africa’s Youth Population: Why It Is Both an Opportunity and a Risk

Africa’s Youth Population: Why It Is Both an Opportunity and a Risk

Africa is entering one of the most important demographic transformations in its history. With children and young people making up a huge share of the continent...

Rodah Muchembi Aug 21, 2026 226 views
The egg is changing. Can Africa capture what comes next?

The egg is changing. Can Africa capture what comes next?

A Salmonella outbreak in the UK is raising questions about egg safety, while US companies are developing egg proteins without chickens. In Africa, businesses ar...

Caleb Koyo Aug 21, 2026 757 views
After Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, Can Egypt Shape Ethiopia’s Next Nile Dams
Conflict

After Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, Can Egypt Shape Ethiopia’s Next Nile Dams

Ethiopia’s completion and operation of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) marked a turning point in the long-running dispute over the Nile. Egypt had ...

Wambua Kiseli Aug 21, 2026 172 views