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Analysis

Kenya 2027: AI, Gen Z and the New Electoral Battleground

How artificial intelligence, youth activism and digital influence could reshape one of Africa’s most consequential elections.

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Trade & Development

The corridors connecting Africa's next chapter

Trade, infrastructure and the decisions shaping a continent.

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Energy & Development

Inside Africa's energy transition

People, policy and the infrastructure powering change.

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Policy & Governance

Policy beyond the announcement

Turning ambition into lasting impact across the continent.

In Depth

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Diplomacy & Africa

A continent in conversation

Dialogue, partnerships and a more connected Africa.

Diplomacy Desk · 24 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Trade

What a single market means for small exporters

Rules of origin, customs and the fine print that decides who benefits.

Business Desk · 24 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Infrastructure

Power pools and the quiet work of keeping the lights on

Cross-border electricity trade is maturing. Can the grids keep up?

Development Desk · 23 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Climate & Agriculture

The farms adapting fastest to a changing climate

Seed systems, water and finance at the frontline of adaptation.

Development Desk · 23 October 2026 · 1 min read

Situational Briefings

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  1. Yesterday · Continental

    Lula’s Victory and the Global Ideological Divide: A Warning for Africa

    Brazil’s re-election of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva highlights the increasingly polarised nature of global politics, where left-wing progressivism and right-wing nationalism continue to compete for political influence. For Africa, these developments demand vigilance. Growing nationalism could reshape global trade, diplomacy and development cooperation, while authoritarian practices risk influencing already fragile democratic systems.

  2. 25 Oct · Continental

    Regional integration

    Trade ministers' agenda centres on customs harmonisation and digital border systems.

  3. 25 Oct · Southern Africa

    Energy & infrastructure

    Utilities coordinate on cross-border supply as seasonal demand rises.

  4. 25 Oct · Central Africa

    Diplomacy watch

    Regional envoys continue consultations ahead of a scheduled summit.

Across the Continent

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North Africa

North Africa and the Mediterranean energy bridge

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West Africa

What a single market means for small exporters

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East Africa

Kenya 2027: AI, Gen Z and the New Electoral Battleground

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Central Africa

Why regional blocs are becoming Africa's first responders

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Southern Africa

Power pools and the quiet work of keeping the lights on

Governance

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Governance

Courts, constitutions and the long arc of accountability

Judicial independence is being tested and, in places, strengthened.

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Governance

A young continent and the ballot box

Business

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Markets & Finance

Debt, discipline and the new rules of borrowing

How finance ministries are rethinking the cost of capital.

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Agribusiness

Capturing more value from the coffee cup

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Markets

Deepening the continent's capital markets

Development

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Climate

Forests, finance and the carbon market question

Who benefits when nature becomes an asset class?

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Education

Skills for an economy still being built

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Urban Development

Africa's cities are growing up, and out

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