african-decisions

Out of this world

Kenya has joined several other African nations in the continent’s space race, with the launch of a locally designed... Read more
15 May, 2018

Full disclosure

Emeralds from a Zambian mine are set to be embedded with nanotech, meaning the precious stones can be tracked... Read more
15 May, 2018

In the field

As regulator of oil and gas exploration and development, Petroleum Agency South Africa plays a pivotal role in a... Read more
9 May, 2018

Dedicated to change

Pam du Plessis, MD of Invincible Valves, is growing the company through diversification, while empowering people through education and... Read more
9 May, 2018

Tackling taboo

In Egypt, women are often subject to social stigma associated with divorce. However internet-based station Divorce Radio is working... Read more
8 May, 2018

Sweet deal

The government of Tanzania has set aside 294 000 ha to encourage potential investors to develop sugarcane plantations in... Read more
8 May, 2018

Word up

Children and youth across Ethiopia are set to have open access to high-quality books and educational material that can... Read more
8 May, 2018

Forward thinking

For a country’s public sector to function effectively and efficiently, government needs to embrace technological innovation.
7 May, 2018

Bird’s-eye view

Côte d’Ivoire has launched a new way to cost-effectively monitor its vast power installations. According to Africa News, the... Read more
2 May, 2018

Smart wheels

A scooter service in South Africa is set to launch and, if successful, it may even rival Uber and... Read more
2 May, 2018