Testing times
A medical diagnostic centre in Lagos, Nigeria, is collaborating with the state government to offer COVID-19 tests to air... Read more
19 Oct, 2021
Power shot
Nigeria’s energy sector is receiving a US$64 million boost, with a focus on renewables and efficiency. This is through... Read more
12 Oct, 2021
Progress chart
Of the 55 African countries, close to one-third have fully vaccinated 10% of their populations against COVID-19. The majority... Read more
12 Oct, 2021
Backing potential
Three Egyptian banks have teamed up to create a fund dedicated to investing in emerging fintech companies. The National... Read more
5 Oct, 2021
Switched on
The Ugandan government has started deploying equipment for the last-mile connection of 87 500 rural households to the national power... Read more
5 Oct, 2021
Seeking solutions
In South Africa, a new initiative aims to advance the local development of vaccines and other immunotherapies. The Council... Read more
5 Oct, 2021
Clever construction
The South African government has approved ZAR50 million in grant funding for a smart city valued at an estimated... Read more
1 Oct, 2021
Power plant
Scientists from a South African university have released a proof-of-concept for the plant-based manufacture of vaccines targeting emerging viruses... Read more
28 Sep, 2021
Energy flow
Morocco’s first floating solar PV power plant is set to commence operation. Work on the 800-panel plant, located in... Read more
28 Sep, 2021
Green check
A web-based platform has been launched to showcase sustainable development initiatives in Africa that address the challenges created by... Read more
28 Sep, 2021
