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What If the Map Is Not the Territory?
Features

What If the Map Is Not the Territory?

A thought-provoking look at Africa, the way its geography and resources have been represented, and the information gener...

By Siphiwe Tshili 2 hours ago
Education Is Free. But For Many East African Families, It Is Still Expensive
Features

Education Is Free. But For Many East African Families, It Is Still Expensive

East African governments have declared education free, but for many parents, “free” is still expensive. This feature...

By Caleb Koyo 4 days ago
Dangote Offers East Africa 30% Stake in Planned Lamu Refinery
Trade

Dangote Offers East Africa 30% Stake in Planned Lamu Refinery

Kenya, Ethiopia and Rwanda consider investment in $16 billion project as Dangote expands refining ambitions

By Wambua Kiseli 2 weeks ago
Africa’s Ports Are Becoming the New Battleground for Global Trade
Features

Africa’s Ports Are Becoming the New Battleground for Global Trade

For centuries, Africa's coastline has connected the continent to the rest of the world. Ships carrying oil, minerals, ag...

By Wambua Kiseli 2 weeks ago
Africa’s Youth Population: Why It Is Both an Opportunity and a Risk
Explainers

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 ...

By Rodah Muchembi 2 weeks ago
The egg is changing. Can Africa capture what comes next?
The Next 54

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 wi...

By Caleb Koyo 2 weeks ago
How AfCFTA Actually Works: The Trade Deal That Could Change How Africa Does Business
Explainers

How AfCFTA Actually Works: The Trade Deal That Could Change How Africa Does Business

What would happen if an African business could sell its products across the continent with fewer tariffs, simpler trade ...

By Rodah Muchembi 3 weeks ago
Opinion: The Questions Kenya Will Face If Besigye Dies in Custody
Opinions

Opinion: The Questions Kenya Will Face If Besigye Dies in Custody

Kenya could face significant scrutiny if Ugandan opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye dies in state custody. Questions hav...

By Caleb Koyo 3 weeks ago
Grammy-Nominated Jazz Artist Somi Named Spotify's EQUAL Africa Artist for August
Music

Grammy-Nominated Jazz Artist Somi Named Spotify's EQUAL Africa Artist for August

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and playwright Somi has been announced as Spotify's EQUAL Africa artist for the month of Au...

By James A. Abi 4 weeks ago
Uganda Approves Military Deployment to Gaza Under Trump Ceasefire Plan
World Conflicts

Uganda Approves Military Deployment to Gaza Under Trump Ceasefire Plan

Uganda's parliament has voted to approve the deployment of its military to the Gaza Strip as part of a multinational sec...

By James A. Abi 4 weeks ago
The Price of Democracy: Why Kenya’s 2027 Election Could Cost KSh 63.95 Billion (about US$460–490 Million)
Presidential Elections

The Price of Democracy: Why Kenya’s 2027 Election Could Cost KSh 63.95 Billion (about US$460–490 Million)

The upcoming August 2027 General Election is projected to be the most expensive election in Kenya’s history. The Indep...

By Caleb Koyo 1 month ago
Africa's Strong Showing at Glasgow 2026 Signals a New Era of Sporting Excellence
Athletics

Africa's Strong Showing at Glasgow 2026 Signals a New Era of Sporting Excellence

Africa has once again demonstrated its growing influence on the global sporting stage, with athletes from across the con...

By Wambua Kiseli 1 month ago