Africa’s economy

Chad-Niger Pipeline Project: Renewed Talks and Strategic Shifts The Chadian oil minister’s visit to Niamey between July 10 and 13 marked a significant step towards reviving the pipeline project between Chad and Niger. In 2019, Nigeria sidelined this project in favor of the Benin route. However, the current diplomatic conflict between Benin and Niger is creating an opportunity to reconsider the Chadian option. This shift brings a renewed focus on connecting the Agadem oil fields to the Doba pipeline in Chad. Niger’s Oil…

Senegal Gears Up for 2026 Youth Olympic Games with Private Investments While attending the Sport for Sustainable Development summit in Paris, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal made a significant appearance. As Senegal gears up to host the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in 2026, this event marked a historic milestone as Africa welcomes the Olympics for the first time. The stakes are incredibly high and both Dakar and Paris are counting on private investments to meet the challenges ahead. Dakar 2026 organizers are…

Cameroon's Revamped Honey Industry Buzzing with Potential Cameroon's Revamped Honey Industry Buzzing with Potential The heart of Cameroon is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its honey sector, particularly in the Adamaoua region. Nestled in Ngaoundal, a state-of-the-art bee products processing facility now stands, ready to uplift the quality and profitability of honey-based products. From Beka Gotto, on-the-ground narratives bring to life the fervor of the local beekeepers' festival, orchestrated in…

The Bustling Port of Dodin The Bustling Port of Dodin The vibrant port of Dodin, often called "the little port", thrives within the Comoros. It has become a crucial transportation nucleus connecting the islands, particularly Mutsamudu. Each day, many launches arrive, carrying crowds bound for Mohéli and Grande Comore. This presents a budget-friendly travel option for everyone. "While the international port welcomes massive ships," one local remarked, "Dodin focuses on daily voyages via…

Archidoc: Tunisia's Archiving Marvel Archidoc: Tunisia's Archiving Marvel Amid an economic crunch that hampers investments, Archidoc shines as a beacon of success in Tunisia. Established in 1997, the company has carved a niche in both physical and digital archiving. Starting modestly in a country with scant archival culture, the company's revenue has ballooned thirtyfold, continuing its upward trajectory. At Archidoc’s bustling headquarters in an industrial sector of Tunis, founder Nabil Ezzine…

The Rise of South Africa's Young, Black Agri-Influencers Meet the new faces of South African farming: Young, black, and deeply connected through social media. This vibrant generation is redefining agriculture in a realm historically dominated by whites. Their digital presence gives followers the confidence to dive into a transforming sector. Lerato Botha, clad in a striking yellow outfit, turns heads at the Young Farmers' Show in Pretoria. Approached by Kgomotso, a 24-year-old farmer eager to exchange contacts, she…

The war in Ukraine caused a veritable earthquake in the international wheat market. Russia is the world's largest exporter of wheat and Ukraine the fourth. And for African countries that import grain, price is a big issue. Many entrepreneurs offer…

The war in Ukraine is causing an earthquake on the international wheat market. Russia is the world's largest exporter of wheat, Ukraine the fourth. And for African countries that import grain, price is a big issue. Many entrepreneurs offer alternatives to…

The war in Ukraine caused a veritable earthquake in the international wheat market. Russia is the world's largest exporter of wheat and Ukraine the fourth. And for African countries that import grain, price is a big issue. Many entrepreneurs offer…

At least 241 employees of the Post and Savings Company of Congo (Sopeco) have been in an unlimited "sit-in" business in front of the management of their company, in the capital, for more than a month. They demand payment of two and a half years' backlog of…