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Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park is officially the world's first certified gorilla-friendly park. The achievement not only sets up the park, situated in Congo Republic, for more funding but also highlights the growth of public-private partnerships in wildlife conservation.

Visitors to this year's edition of the Folklore Festival were wowed by performances by Sho Madjozi, Vusi Mahlaesla and many others - but this year's extended celebration of African Folklore also set out to appeal to younger audiences.

A Nollywood thriller backed by Nigerian fintech leaders blends tech finance with film to become a global Netflix sensation

A series of bans on unprocessed mineral exports is driving investment into local processing, across Africa. Could this revolutionise the continent's mining and industrial sectors?

Opera's Mini search engine is giving Google Chrome a run for its money in Africa, thanks to its canny approach to data.

Malawi has adopted the use of drones to protect wildlife across six wildlife parks as extreme weather brings increased attention to the role of the parks as both carbon sinks and biodiversity refuges.

In just a decade, the number of wind projects in South Africa has rocketed from under 10 to an impressive 34, and their collective capacity has surged to 3,400 MW. This phenomenal growth is poised to repeat itself across the African continent as wind energy rollouts gain momentum.

Expansion by global tech giants into Africa is driving increased investment in "green" data centres in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. In early September, Google and Amazon Web Services executives witnessed the groundbreaking of Kenya’s first renewables-powered, or "green" data centre.

Kenya lays out fast-charging corridors for electric vehicles to ease range anxiety and fuel green mobility. Kenya is planning fast-charging stations at 25-kilometre intervals along its arterial highways to ease range anxieties among prospective electric vehicle buyers.

In two years, startup acquisitions have almost quadrupled over the previous two years, opening up new revenue streams and helping African entrepreneurs after international venture capital flows faltered during 2023.

Across Africa, telcos are ushering in a new era for the ubiquitous SIM card - eSIMs embedded on smartphones - in a marketing drive propelled by the Internet of Things.

Oil cartel's developmental fund shells out millions of dollars in intensified focus on Africa. The OPEC Fund is ramping up a series of strategic investments in Africa, pushing to position itself not just as a benefactor but as an ally to the continent's burgeoning growth story.

Africa's crypto surges to $117.1 billion in 12 months marked by a strong retail wave as Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and South Africa dominate the market.

A 24-year-old refugee has defied the odds to win a $100,000 award that celebrates exceptional students globally.

Africa's leading avocado producer and exporter is on a roll, following a 2022 entry into the lucrative China market. The first shipment of Kenyan avocados into India means Kenya has tapped two key world markets amid surging global demand for the fruit.

Kigali teams up with a Canadian-German firm for an innovative nuclear reactor in a push to turbocharge its sustainable energy future.

In Africa's energy landscape, a game-changing strategy is taking shape: harnessing 'wheeling' to slash transmission costs by leveraging the national utility grid. According to an expert, this model will encourage more private power producers.

African carriers are introducing larger aircraft and replacing older fleets to meet rising passenger traffic, largely driven by strengthening domestic post-COVID demand and expanding regional networks, according to an international trade association.

China's solar panel exports to Africa rose 187% in the first half of 2023, propelled largely by South Africa, which saw an annual increase in rooftop solar installation of almost 350%.

A key transport corridor in southern Africa may receive a greenfield rail system that will link both Zambia and the DRC with a harbour on the West African coast. This follows commitments from private companies and governments to revamp Angola's Lobito railway.

Stung by price pressure, some cab operators in Africa are pushing to electrify their fleets, while others adopt hybrid and LPG-powered versions.

Celebrated Burkinabé architect Francis Kéré has won the 2023 Praemium Imperiale prize, compounding his meteoric rise as one of the world's most fêted architects. Burkinabé maestro Diébédo Francis Kéré has bagged the prestigious Praemium Imperiale honour to become 2023's most fetéd African architect.

Rema's achievement of reaching a billion streams stands as a powerful testament to the global influence of Afrobeats, worldwide. It also hints at a far larger and more dynamic African music scene.

The southern African nation is adopting the wireless internet WiFi standard to boost its economy beyond mining and agriculture. Zambia is aiming for speed as it adopts a faster WiFi 6 as part of a push to recalibrate its internet offering and lay the groundwork to power its fledgling internet economy.

A new insurance initiative aimed at safeguarding African farmers from climate-related shocks has been unveiled by the African Development Bank.

Lots of elephants can mean elephants in the maize. One elephant's morning meal can quickly spell disaster for a family... a situation that can escalate, leaving dead or injured people, animals, or both. In a country like Kenya, where animals regularly roam well beyond park boundaries, human-animal conflict can be a bigger problem than poaching. One wildlife conservancy has a solution.

Vodacom Group is readying to introduce mobile satellite internet terminals - a service that would put the telco in direct competition with Starlink in a race to connect tens of millions of unserved and underserved mobile customers across Africa.

Wasoko's expansion into the central African market not only highlights the remarkable success of a homegrown e-commerce firm but also underscores the tremendous opportunities available in the thriving digital economy of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

African countries are working towards a common legal regulatory framework for a multi-billion dollar carbon market that Kenya's president says would allow the continent to place its carbon sinks "on the balance sheet".

A new study released as Africa hosts a major climate conference sees heightened awareness of climate issues, a strong shift towards eco-friendly alternatives and remarkably low levels of climate denial amongst respondents in 8 African countries.

The Africa Climate Innovation Challenge, a climate-focused pitching competition, showcases youth-led solutions driving climate action in Africa. These innovations demonstrate that African youth are not only advocating for change but also creating innovative solutions to combat climate change.

African countries are on an ambitious mission to enhance road transport efficiency, by leveraging digital technology. Digital licenses and a new generation of number plates are at the forefront of this much-needed transformation.

London is hosting a literary extravaganza, as the country's biggest festival of African literature returns to the British Library with a stellar line-up of writers, artists, and performers.

Kenya is witnessing a surge in remittances from its citizens in other African countries, highlighting the economic impact of intra-African migration. This trend gains significance as European remittance hubs face severe inflation. Experts attribute the rise in intra-African remittances to digital innovation and a growing network of money transfer avenues.

Privatised 20 years ago, the Maputo Port's success offers a model for African ports seeking efficiency and growth, with growth likely to continue, according to investors.

Nigeria is the biggest gaming revenue earner in Africa while Ethiopia is the fastest-growing on the back of market liberalisation, according to a new report. In 2022, games sold in Nigeria generated US$249.4 million in revenue - the largest in Africa - according to a new report by research firm, Newzoo.

An elite all-electric car race championship launched in South Africa signals African ambitions to ride a global shift to electric motor sports. Africa is boldly asserting itself as a formidable contender in the realm of electric motorsports, presenting itself as a potential electric motorsports hub while accelerating fanbase traction.

Africa's largest airline is looking to tap into a rising global demand for spare parts. State-owned Ethiopian Airlines is to start the large-scale manufacture of aircraft parts to tap into a multi-billion dollar market driven by changing aircraft technology and a rise in commercial air travel.

South Africa-based Showmax is capitalising on local content in a race for African viewers that pits it against Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. The battle for streaming in Africa is turning into a three-horse race as key players ramp up investment in local content, tap top talent and enhance viewer experiences.

Tokyo has embarked on a charm offensive to secure a future supply of essential electric vehicle (EV) minerals. Japan is staking its claim in an African EV mineral bonanza as it seeks to fortify its supply chain and guard against China's ambitions on the continent.

African consumers are ditching old-style electric light bulbs for LEDs, with the continent's smart lighting market now forecast to reach US$5.49 billion by 2028.

The transformative 2Africa subsea cable system has landed in Mozambique, and along with new services from Elon Musk's Starlink, Vodacom's 5G rollout and new data centres is poised to unlock the promise of Web3 in the hitherto internet-starved country.

As Safaricom launches M-PESA in Ethiopia with plans to mirror its huge success in Kenya, a battle with an incumbent looms large. Safaricom's activation of M-Pesa in Ethiopia, will initiate battle for a potentially huge mobile money market. But for once, the regional giant won't have it all its own way. Ethio Telecom’s fintech solution, Telebirr is already a step ahead.

The opening of Amazon Web Service’s (AWS) Skills Center in Cape Town is one of a number of moves that will ensure African tech workers access to global opportunities, according to a digital marketing skills expert.

Africa's vast mineral resources have always pointed to its potential as a market maker - and a global player in consumer goods. But division has kept producers and markets weak. An agreement between Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia shows how to change that, according to a new report.

Across Africa, public transport is embracing electrification at an unprecedented pace. Municipal administrations are taking the lead, forging vital partnerships with private enterprises to drive this eco-friendly evolution of bus fleets.

Gabon's US$450 million blue bond debt swap is not only unlocking funds for vital marine conservation but also offering solutions for countries wanting to tackle rising national debt.

The scenic African island nation is tapping the ocean's depths with a new green technology to boost renewables in its energy mix. São Tomé and Príncipe is verging on a breakthrough ocean thermal energy project that could pave the way for other nations.

Ghana’s new critical minerals policy adds to a growing list of African countries coming up with measures to spur processing and prevent the export of unprocessed critical minerals as the continent faces a rare opportunity to control supply.

Ivory Coast's remarkable surge in rubber production has the country poised to secure its place among the world's top three producers. With the country's farmers cashing in, international buyers are climbing in too.

A landmark project in Uganda empowering 108,000 farmers signals of a sea-change in the use of irrigation in Africa. With irrigation-fed farming the norm in much of north Africa as well as parts of southern Africa, there have long been calls for more irrigation initiatives on the rest of the continent to ensure that Africa's vast agricultural promise is fulfilled. Those calls are being heard, with both government and private initiatives starting to turn the tide, according to a number of recent studies and reports.

Kenya leads other countries in ending visa requirements, as Ghana, Benin and Egypt revamp archaeological and memorial sites to attract more tourists. Africa’s tourism is having a moment, two years after the sector was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Led by the Democratic Republic of Congo, the central African region is stirring economically and more effectively leveraging vast extractive resources to fuel economic growth, according to a report. A momentous economic transformation is unfolding in the Central African region as countries harness their abundant raw material reservoirs to ignite economic growth.

A team of engineering and computer science students at Makerere University in Uganda has developed a low-cost air quality monitoring system now being used to combat air pollution across eight countries.

A challenge promoting sustainable marine exploitation of the Western Indian Ocean has revealed trailblazing companies building a sustainable marine economy in Africa's oceans..

New dollar-millionaire hubs like Rwanda, Zambia, and Uganda are now the go-to spaces for Africa's angel networks as they actively seek out wealthy investors to revive startup activity in high-value sectors.

Acres of gleaming solar panels now shine from the rooftops of homes and businesses across South Africa as the populace seeks respite from power outages. The surge in installations has seen some 1000 megawats - the equivalent of a medium sized power station - added in two months, figures show.

A deep-water port project and associated rail infrastructure, expected to form the backbone of a transformative South African green hydrogen initiative, is advancing, according to the country's ports authority.

Africa's marine biodiversity is getting a reprieve as oceanic protected areas, known as "no-take zones, replenish reef fish biomass along the continent's coastal waters. Strict fishing and extraction prohibitions in no-take zones are fuelling Africa's marine biodiversity recovery and boosting coastal cities and towns' tourist-centred economies.

Natural gas-powered vehicles are becoming increasingly popular across Africa thanks to supportive policies, infrastructure development and heightened investor appeal. Several African nations are taking advantage of their ample natural gas reserves to introduce gas-powered four-wheel vehicles to their roads.

A move to privatise some of Africa's biggest ports is underway as South Africa's largest container berth announces a privatisation partner.

A new report from the World Bank identifies agriculture as a way for Ghana to bounce back from its economic challenges by 2025. Bolstered by strategic macroeconomic and fiscal corrective measures, Ghana’s financial landscape is expected to stabilize by 2025, with the agricultural sector potentially playing a pivotal role in driving the country out of its economic woes, according to a World Bank Report.

African destinations have emerged triumphant in the prestigious Telegraph Travel Awards 2023, showcasing the continent's travel-friendly and untapped potential to the world.

At one level, Vodacom's announcement of space-based coverage in Kenya raises the spectre of competition for Elon Musk's Starlink. On another level, it heralds a new age of universal mobile coverage for the continent - an Africa where no one gets left behind.

Somalia is turning to its diaspora to bolster its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows. Mogadishu is ramping up efforts to increase remittance inflows to shore up its forex reserves, fuel consumption and ensure macroeconomic stability. With diaspora remittances already reaching an estimated US$1.6 billion annually, the government hopes its outreach program, launched last year, will boost these figures.

Global mobility report unveils unexpected leader in open-border policy — Africa, with Burundi as the most visa-friendly nation in the world for international travel. African states are leading the global travel sector’s recovery, boasting 12 out of the top 20 most open countries for travel, according to a new index by Henley & Partners.

Corporations in Africa are at the forefront of a transformative revolution aimed at addressing the challenge of rising education costs, particularly in tertiary education, by providing essential resources to foster innovation across the continent.

Africa's tuition payment market is the next fintech frontier for tech firms looking to bolster their balance sheets. Technology companies aiming to lead Africa's fintech industry are now looking towards the continent's growing market for tuition payment solutions.

The digital transformation wave in Africa is reshaping communications, marketing and public relations, with solutions led by young people poised to drive change, according to a groundbreaking Nigerian report.

An exchange-of-information mechanism is helping African countries improve tax collection and combat illicit money flows. Four countries used the mechanism to add over US$70 million in taxes in 2022.

Africa's first Critical Minerals Summit sees global powers lining up to secure mineral supplies for the energy transition. At least ten global powers are training their eyes on Africa's critical mineral supplies, according to the organisers of an upcoming event in South Africa.

South Africa's fintech earnings are expected to lead those of Nigeria as Africa's fintech market grow to US$65 billion by 2030, according to a report.

A newly formed consortium of Ethiopian tech companies is tapping the global business processes outsourcing market, a sector fast becoming one of Africa's success stories.

Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo have handed the Lobito rail corridor rehabilitation to foreign private investors to spur exports of critical minerals required for clean energy and to boost intra-Africa trade.

With market-friendly policies and legislation, Namibia is building a significant carbon market by using nature-based carbon credits to attract climate financing.

Zimbabwe's mining industry is progressing towards achieving its ambitious goal of a US$12 billion mining industry by 2023. However, experts warn that there are significant challenges that may hinder the country's success.

According to a recent digital news report, Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria continue to have high levels of trust for the news, despite younger audiences increasingly turning to Tiktok for updates.

The prospect of a second private telecoms licence in Ethiopia comes after a massive previous bid by regional giant MTN failed.

Growth in freedoms that enable citizens to abide by laws, elect and hold leaders to account and allow them to trade freely within and outside borders are all contributing to prosperity in Africa, according to a report.

5G subscription in Africa is forecast to jump at least 50-fold in the next five years, thanks to the rapid deployment of fast cellular network systems and the growth of e-commerce offerings.

BMW's announcement that it will produce a plug-in hybrid X3 model in South Africa is the most high-profile sign yet of a shake-up coming to African auto-making.

Across Africa, governments and the private sector are investing millions of dollars in desalination plants as renewables and new technology drive costs downwards.

In an era of AI and blockchain, the simple text message seems distinctly old-fashioned. But text messaging's USSD technology remains a key feature for African businesses. Here's how a crackdown on customer information sharing suddenly makes USSD even more attractive.

Africa's climate-focused tech startups are experiencing a surge in funding and deal volumes.

The Moroni Declaration, signed by African leaders, establishes a framework for advancing a sustainable blue economy.

African fruit exporters have steppe in to fill the gap created by declining production in some parts of Europe and growing demand for oranges, lemons, watermelons and strawberries in the EU, UK, and Asia.

Senegal has successfully obtained a significant funding amount of US $2.7 billion for its Just Energy Transition initiative, aimed at enhancing the country's capacity in mitigation efforts. This achievement comes in the wake of multilateral banks outlining measures to ease financial constraints and provide increased capital for sustainable development and mitigation projects in Africa.

A trading system backed by the Afreximbank offers African states an opportunity to pivot away from a reliance on dollars, euros and pounds.

Billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote is advocating for unrestricted movement for Africans to rev up trade and investment across the continent.

Four countries in the Southern African Development Community have scrapped roaming charges, joining other regions on the continent as African nations begin to merge their digital economies.

Southern African Development Community member states are promoting their very successful model of conserving shared wildlife resources through trans-frontier conservation areas.

A new report highlights the untapped potential of "second cities" in African countries, suggesting that secondary urban centres catalyse economic growth and alleviate population pressures in primary cities.

Giant tech firms, game studios and other gaming investors have launched an aggressive hunt for young Africans with the talent, skills, passion - and jobs - to sustain long-term investments in the gaming sector.

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu set the tone for the country's energy future by signing the electricity bill into law shortly after taking office. His actions could signal a new path for Nigeria.

As Egypt announces a 10-gigawatt wind farm, the continent is witnessing a considerable rise in wind power installations in both established and newer markets.

Africa’s passenger transport and logistics sector is attracting investors looking to boost eco-friendly alternatives for commercial fleets - and is riding a growing wave of investment, as a result.

Faced with the problem of insufficient hospital beds, Naom Monari realised that as a nurse she could better help people at their homes. Now she helps thousands.

In a post-pandemic rebound, African airlines are increasing their fleet size and routes. A push for fuel efficiency is opening new opportunities for more environmentally friendly airlines - and for aircraft manufacturers.

South Africa's grain industry is experiencing significant growth and is expected to yield another successful crop this year. The country is now focused on capitalizing on the lucrative Chinese grain market to increase its export earnings.

African countries gear up for pilot exports in business, tourism, transport, communication and financial sectors, as AfCFTA looks into expand to services.

According to experts, Africa can leverage its abundant mineral resources and the AfCFTA to establish a significant presence in the global electric vehicle supply chain through regional collaboration. However, they emphasise that this will require a collective effort from the continent.

A game app based on the 2002 Nollywood comedy, Aki na Ukwa, has been released by Play Network Africa. The app received over 130,000 downloads on just its first day, but the developers say they are just getting started.

Bukura Agricultural College in western Kenya processes 1,000 litres of milk daily that it supplies in the region, formulates dairy feeds and has trained over 1,000 farmers. This success story began with the college's willingness to listen to its students.

In a show of commitment to collaborative regional and urban development approaches, Nairobi and Cape Town have inked a sister-city commitment.

Five of Africa's top-performing economies, pre-pandemic, are set to rejoin the world's top ten fastest-growing economies this year as the continent's GDP rebounds.

A new era of virtual universities is revolutionising learning in Africa, through accessible, tech-driven platforms.

Immersive art, music, and digital storytelling take centre stage as the continent marks 60 years of Africa Day celebrations and the start of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTFA) acceleration lane.

Africa's largest oil refinery goes live in Nigeria as the continent's largest oil producer seeks to cut fuel importation costs. The refinery promises to turn Nigeria from a net importer to a net exporter of refined oil.

Despite the impact of global venture market contractions, health tech startups across Africa continue to secure foreign investment.

A new report shows a new era of banking is compelling banks to rethink engagement - opening the door to wider use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).