Review: Kleptopia by Tom Burgis
Tom Burgis’s new book follows the dirty money that is flooding the global economy, emboldening dictators and poisoning democracies.
Pandemic impact accelerates long-term trends for Orange
Covid-19 has speeded up existing trends in Africa’s telecoms sector and Orange is positioning itself to capitalise on these shifts, says the company’s CEO for MEA, Alioune Ndiaye.
Kenya faces timber shortage as demand for wood grows
With a rapid increase in demand for wood in sectors from construction to household furniture, is there anything Kenya can do to ensure a better supply?
African debt isn’t the problem – the global financial system is
A borrower’s club at macro level based on the principles of microfinance originated by Grameen Bank could give African countries the fiscal space they need in the wake of Covid-19.
Nigeria’s efforts to boost milk production falter
Despite its potential for producing milk in large quantities, Nigeria still spends between $1.2bn and $1.5bn a year on imports.
Import substitution makes a comeback in Africa
As African industrialisation progresses and Covid-19 impacts on long supply chains, the notion that African economies should produce more locally is gaining traction.
Trafigura’s investment fuels optimism in Somaliland
Somaliland has yet to gain recognition as an independent state, but the development of Berbera Port shows that foreign investors have faith in this breakaway region of Somalia.
Sudanese peace deal boosts hopes of South Sudan’s oil future
Will the October peace deal between Sudan’s transitional government and rebel groups have a positive impact on the oil sector in neighbouring South Sudan?