As more Kenyans are pushed to seek work abroad, a troubling gap remains between opportunity and the protections meant to keep them safe.
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Countries can be unfairly judged by credit rating agencies when data is missing or incomplete—driving up borrowing costs and limiting their ability to invest in development.
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Kenya’s new way of sharing public funds is helping reduce inequality and improve everyday life for families.
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A distant war is already hitting Africa’s economies and security—here’s how countries can navigate the shocks and come out stronger.
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Kenya’s long-awaited infrastructure fund could unlock major investment—but design flaws, governance risks and political interference may limit its impact.
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South Africa’s economic policies often overlook informal traders—yet better support for this vital sector could boost livelihoods, jobs and inclusive growth.
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China is helping build Africa’s fast-growing cities—but critics warn its top-down approach often sidelines local planners and communities.
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Africa faces a massive funding gap—experts argue that unlocking domestic private savings, not just foreign aid, could be key to financing the continent’s development.
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Africa has a rare chance to shape global trade rules at the WTO – but only if it pushes a clear, united agenda on development, agriculture and fairer terms.
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Bad rural roads in South Africa do more than hinder travel – they cut people off from healthcare, education and other basic rights.
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South Africa is moving to close gaps in labour law that have left gig workers exposed – with reforms that could reshape platform work.
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A surge in global oil prices is hitting African economies hard – with rising fuel costs feeding inflation and squeezing households across the continent.
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Senegal faces mounting debt pressures with no easy way out – making restructuring the least bad option despite its risks.
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Africa faces a climate crisis now, not in the future, as floods, droughts and extreme heat devastate communities and overwhelm fragile infrastructure.
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China plans to remove tariffs on imports from 53 African countries. The move could widen market access for African exports – but whether it supports industrialisation is less clear.
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Inside a bustling market in Accra, women traders share the realities, risks and resilience behind running a business in Ghana’s informal economy.
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Kenya faces daily power cuts as demand nears grid limits. President Ruto says evening outages are needed to stabilise supply. ⚡
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A Lagos trader pays for 500 smartphones in China using Binance. The transaction takes minutes, not weeks. 📱
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China’s investments now shape Africa’s development, but their impact depends on local institutions. Some projects support greener growth, others raise concerns. 🌍
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Military action in the Middle East has exposed the fragility of global shipping, with insurers and carriers reconsidering routes around Africa. 🚢
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Despite promises of support, women farmers in KwaZulu-Natal face land loss as crumbling infrastructure makes agriculture unsustainable. 🚜
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Wealth isn’t just about income—factors like race, class, and education combine to shape who gets ahead and who’s left behind. 💼
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South Africa’s 2026 budget signals a turning point: debt stabilises, confidence grows, and infrastructure investment is set to rise. 📈
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South Africa’s green transition is creating new jobs, yet many remain excluded as unemployment, especially among youth, stays stubbornly high. 🌱
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South Africa’s minibus taxis carry millions daily, yet the industry runs on trust and unwritten rules rather than formal contracts. 🚐
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The US has imposed a 15% surcharge on most imports from sub-Saharan Africa, despite the Agoa trade programme’s extension. 📉
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Public money is not government money—it’s yours. Lyla Latif’s new book explores how Africa can better govern its finances. 📚
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Working within existing informal regulations in Kenya’s sand industry would help boost livelihoods and inclusion.
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Mediation offers hope for South Africa’s fractured communities, easing disputes before violence or lengthy court battles erupt. 🤝
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Energy reform in South Africa sparks hope, but the real challenge lies in the complex details yet to be resolved. ⚡
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