Going places
Morocco has signed an agreement with Italy that will see snails being exported to the European country. Snail breeding,... Read more
12 Feb, 2019
Centre of attention
Ethiopia’s Addis Ababa Bole International Airport has undergone an expansion project that has tripled its passenger capacity. The US$363... Read more
11 Feb, 2019
Out of this world
Rwanda is getting ready to launch its first telecoms satellite – a year ahead of schedule. This milestone forms... Read more
11 Feb, 2019
Free zone
Nairobi has announced plans to launch weekly car-free days in part of its CBD in a bid to ease... Read more
5 Feb, 2019
Smart brew
A coffee producer is using blockchain to enable consumers to trace their java – from the shop they bought... Read more
5 Feb, 2019
Treasure trove
In Botswana, Lucara Diamond’s Karowe mine has uncovered a 240 ct stone. The top white gem diamond is set... Read more
5 Feb, 2019
Safety zone
A unique Tanzanian forest is getting a second lease on life after being declared a nature reserve. Described by... Read more
29 Jan, 2019
Mechanics of farming
Nigeria’s agricultural sector is set to receive a boost thanks to a US$1.1 billion loan from the Brazilian government. This... Read more
29 Jan, 2019
Great expectations
Egypt has announced plans to upgrade six of its major oil refineries over the next four years, at a... Read more
28 Jan, 2019
Unlocking potential
The Moti Group has plans in place to help small-scale miners reap the fruits of their labour.
25 Jan, 2019
