african-decisions

Knowledge is power

An inaugural renewable energy training academy has been launched in Ogun, Nigeria. Backed by green energy solutions provider Asteven... Read more
13 Mar, 2018

Breaking new ground

Disused mine shafts in South Africa could become high-tech green energy generation facilities. The country has been identified by... Read more
6 Mar, 2018

Power up

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint and boost the use of renewables, Egypt has launched its first... Read more
6 Mar, 2018

Health talk

The Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam has become the first public hospital in Tanzania to use voice... Read more
6 Mar, 2018

Rounding up the herd

An innovative tracking technology is poised to help livestock owners in Kenya combat cattle theft. According to Quartz Africa,... Read more
27 Feb, 2018

All aboard

Tanzania’s planned 1 219 km standard gauge rail project is expected to be the best in Africa, once completed.... Read more
27 Feb, 2018

Chain reaction

Zambia is set to build its first nuclear education centre with the aid of Russia’s state-owned nuclear corporation Rosatom.... Read more
27 Feb, 2018

A fluid process

Kenyan farmers are turning to hydroponics to guarantee livestock fodder as recurring dry spells severely affect the agriculture sector... Read more
20 Feb, 2018

Back to basics

Feature phones are making a comeback in Africa, with their market share rising to 61% in 2017 from just... Read more
19 Feb, 2018

Safety link

A blockchain pilot scheme is set to help ensure that cobalt mined in the DRC – particularly by artisanal... Read more
19 Feb, 2018