Sponsored by MSC Africa in 2023 2023 is set to be a year of change for the continent. Soaring inflation brought on by the year-long Ukrainian war has seen many states look at options on how to become self-reliant. Will that trend continue as new administrations get voted in this year in DRC and Nigeria? And will they seize the opportunity carved out by Africa's rich resource of 'critical minerals' as global interest in energy transition continues to grow? 11 articles
In Depth Nigeria 2023: The battleground states The battle for Nigeria's presidency will be won and lost in a handful of states. We look at the main eight battlegrounds to watch out for. 7 articles
Sponsored by EMBRAER South Africa looks for growth South Africa has had a difficult 2022; from the fallout of the war in Ukraine, to catastrophic flooding in Kwa-Zulu Natal and rolling blackouts. Can the economic team steer South Africa to growth in 2023? It will need to lean into its financial muscle, industrial stalwarts, and a fair wind from renewed interest in mining. 8 articles
In Depth Cocoa War: Farmers vs multinationals Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana have engaged in a tug-of-war with North American and European chocolate industry giants ton ensure a fair remuneration of their cocoa farmers. But can they bring about such changes? 5 articles
In Depth EACOP: A boon or curse for East Africa? The world's planned largest heated oil pipeline led by French Total Energies to export Ugandan oil outside the continent through Tanzania finds environmental, humanitarian and financial constraints. The project comes as Europe looks for energy alternatives and debates over Africa's right to develop its own resources. 7 articles
In Depth Digital Africa From bandwidth-hungry fintech, to the rollout of ultra-fast telecoms connections, Africa's tech sector is undergoing yet another profound shake up. 7 articles
In Depth Nigeria: What business needs Business experience is not lacking among the top candidates for president in next year's polls in February. We look at how the top contenders plan to confront the country's main economic challenges. 6 articles
In Depth Africa and the economic storm High inflation and subsequent interest rate hikes in the US have had huge knock-on effects across the globe. Africa will need to shift dwindling financial resources to more productive uses if it is to emerge from the current crisis with optimism. Will this fall's IMF and World Bank meetings provide some relief? 7 articles
In Depth US – Africa: Evolving relations Under the Biden administration, Africa is no longer taking a backrow seat. With a growing presence in US foreign policy, louder voices from its African diaspora, and incrasing investments, the US - Africa relationship is in the midst of an evolution. 9 articles
In Depth God Almighty: When religion influences politics They have a greater or lesser taste for the limelight and honours, but from Bamako to Kinshasa, via Conakry, Abidjan, Abuja, and Ouaga, Catholic or Muslim clerics have an undeniable influence on the public sphere. And this is not always to the delight of the powers that be. We delve into those influential persons in this series. 5 articles