In a region strained by forced displacement, poverty, and limited access to economic opportunities, an innovative initiative is leveraging the synergy between training, entrepreneurship, and support to build sustainable alternatives to humanitarian aid. In late June, the International Labour Organization (ILO) unveiled the results of an ambitious pilot program in Ethiopia’s Somali Region....

Chad begins drafting a manual to implement its National Digital Health Program Aims to ease doctor shortages via telemedicine and digital tools Low internet access (13.2%) threatens rollout, especially in rural areas Chadian authorities launched a workshop on Tuesday, July 1, to draft the procedural manual for the National Digital Health Program (PNSN). The goal is to create a...

Renowned as one of Africa’s cleanest cities, Kigali has in recent years experienced a demographic surge that is challenging this reputation while intensifying mobility constraints. In response, authorities are rethinking urban transport models. Driven by an ambitious government vision, Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, is undergoing numerous strategic infrastructure projects designed to transform...

Morocco’s Chbika project aims to export 200,000 tons of green ammonia yearly using 1 GW of renewables Supports EU hydrogen import goals; mirrors Germany’s deal with Egypt’s Fertiglobe Cost and timeline undisclosed; global ammonia market seen at $92B by 2029 Moroccan media reported on Tuesday, July 1, that the government has secured the necessary land rights in the...

Ghana may raise 2025/2026 cocoa price to 3,300 cedis (\$319), up from 3,100 cedis Boost linked to cedi’s 42% gain and prior season trends Price still below farmers’ 6,000 cedi demand; harvest seen at 650,000 tons Ghanaian cocoa farmers may see a further increase in the farmgate price for the 2025/2026 season, which begins in August. Sources close to the Ghana Cocoa Board...

In 2024, Africa had over 500 million mobile internet users. From Gen Z to baby boomers, each generation is developing its own distinct ways of using the web. As of 2024, broadband internet usage in Africa remains relatively low at 38%, compared to the global average of 68%, according to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Despite this gap, some African countries are showing...

93.6% of industry players expect strong or moderate growth for African data centers Investment intentions remain high, with 77.4% likely to inject new capital Main growth drivers include rising data consumption and cloud service demand Africa’s data center industry is set for steady growth over the next year, with an average expansion rate of 17.5%, according to a new report from...

• Ghana plans to raise $4 billion over four years to support its 24-Hour Economy program• The initiative, launched by President Mahama, aims to boost productivity and create 1.7 million jobs• The program comes as the country battles inflation, debt restructuring, and rising unemployment Ghana’s government plans to raise $4 billion over the next four years to finance its...

• The United States, Japan, India, and Australia unveiled the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative on July 1• The plan aims to diversify and secure critical mineral supply chains essential for clean energy• Africa, holding about 30% of global critical mineral reserves, is expected to be central to future efforts The United States, Japan, India, and Australia, working together under the Quad...

• Mercedes Trucks signs agreement with Senegal to build a truck and commercial vehicle assembly plant.• The project will create hundreds of jobs initially, with thousands expected in the long term.• Factory to start with military vehicles production before expanding to civilian models. Senegal continues to advance its industrial ambitions by forging partnerships with leading international...