A mix of domestic and foreign policies are at the heart of the frosty relations which has also impacted Vice President JD Vance’s much-anticipated first trip to Africa
Zohran Mamdani's historic election as New York's mayor is the latest in a growing trend of African-born leaders, from Nigeria to Liberia, winning executive office in American cities.
It is not an accidental blackout, but a deliberate, planned power cut. We explain what load shedding means, the severe impacts on daily life, and which countries are forced to practise it.
While the numbers do not necessarily reflect a fully free and fair electoral competition, these African heads of state hold the record for landslide victories which often occurred in elections where opposition was locked out of participation, was weak or boycotted the polls altogether, or where the ruling party held dominant control.
Running for president in some African nations carries unique risks. From Tundu Lissu's current detention in Tanzania to a remarkable election in Senegal, here is a look at prominent candidates who faced jail time as their countries took to the polls.
From Kenya's battle-tested F-5 Tigers to Uganda's formidable Su-30 Flankers, the fighter jet arsenals of the East African Community reveal a dynamic and strategic contest for aerial dominance.
The only dollar billionaire in East and Central Africa is Tanzanian tycoon, Mohammed Dewji who is also among the wealthiest individuals in the continent.
Three local innovators behind ventures in digital retail, transport, and microfinance have each secured millions in funding and are now competing for the top spot in Africa's largest entrepreneurship prize.
While in Ethiopia for the Africa Climate Summit which aims to position the continent as a global climate solutions leader the president has his itinerary packed with high-level engagements.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is in Algiers to represent Kenya at the Fourth Intra-Africa Trade Fair, a continental forum driving economic integration under AfCFTA.
#FeatureByGrowthpad - Led by Taiwan’s International Trade Administration (TITA) and organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), the initiative marks a growing effort by Taiwan to promote its health innovation capabilities abroad, while fostering community-driven solutions in partner countries.
According to the Q1 2025 Henley Passport Index, African nations continue to make strides on the international stage, but a stark gap remains between the best‑ and worst‑performing passports on the continent.
For Kenyan readers, understanding where our country sits, and who leads or lags, can inform everything from holiday planning to business travel strategy.
She’s taken on Uganda’s most powerful politicians, exposed multimillion shilling scandals, and paid the price in threats, arrests, and exile. But who is Agather Atuhaire beyond the headlines?
One became the youngest bishop to be ordained in 1979, the second fearlessly engages in politics and the third has been part of the Cardinal College for less than two years. Despite eligibility, tradition and global church dynamics pose challenges to their ascension.
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