At his swearing-in ceremony on November 6, 2025, President Paul Biya outlined the main pillars of his seven-year economic agenda. Centered on job creation, local production, and stability, the plan seeks to revitalize Cameroon’s economy after years of global crises and post-election tensions. Following his victory in the October 12, 2025 presidential election, President Paul Biya of Cameroon...

As job markets evolve under the pressures of unemployment, informality, and structural transformation, a clear grasp of what constitutes the labor force is vital for measuring productive capacity and guiding policy decisions. The International Labour Organization (ILO) defines the labor force as everyone of working age who is either employed or actively looking for work. This approach does more...

Nigeria, UK launch joint campus to expand transnational education New Lagos campus offers UK degrees in AI, coding, robotics Initiative aims to curb talent drain, boost local academic quality The Nigerian federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to making Transnational Education (TNE) a central strategy for improving access, quality, and sustainability in higher...

Mercuria signs $100M copper deal with ERG in DR Congo Agreement boosts supply amid global copper demand surge Gécamines, state wary of off-take deals bypassing their control Mercuria Energy Trading has signed a three-year deal to source copper from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agreement, announced in a statement issued on...

The Ministry of ICT and Postal Services, in partnership with MTN South Sudan, has launched a new ICT Hub in Bor Town to train and connect youth in Greater Jonglei. MTN also announced a partnership with Coursera.org to offer free online courses and certifications, expanding nationwide access to digital education. The initiative targets South Sudan’s low internet penetration (15.7% as of...

By Mamby Diomandé, Founder and General Commissioner of SIMA, and Lionel Talon, Cultural Entrepreneur, Founder of the WeLovEya Festival and the EYA Community Center (Benin) African music is gaining unprecedented global traction, powered by vibrant rhythms and bold creativity. Yet much of Francophone Africa remains largely left out of this momentum. Despite abundant talent, fragile economies,...

Lagos to launch telecom permit platform TIRS in February 2026 System to automate licensing, cut manual processes by 99% Aims to boost transparency, compliance, and telecom investment The Lagos State government announced plans earlier this week to launch a digital platform, the Telecommunication Infrastructure Regulatory System (TIRS). Set to go live in February 2026, the system will...

Gabon, Morocco to launch joint AI and digital skills training programs Talks focus on innovation, distance learning, and expanding digital cooperation Morocco ranks 4th in Africa on UN e-Government Index; Gabon seeks to improve Gabon and Morocco are moving to expand cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and digital skills training following talks between their...

Project enables telemedicine, data sharing, and e-health records Part of broader Smart Zambia plan for digital public services Zambia’s e-governance agency, the Smart Zambia Institute, has signed an agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to provide internet access to 751 health facilities across the country. The initiative is part of the Smart Health Systems...

Zimbabwe sets 8 digital goals for 2026-2030 transformation Priorities include e-government, AI, 5G, and digital inclusion Only 38.4% online; ranks 149th in UN digital development index The Zimbabwean government has outlined its main digital policy priorities for 2026-2030, identifying eight goals to accelerate the country’s digital transformation. Information and Communications...