Africa’s millionaire population to grow 65%
Africa’s millionaire population is projected to grow by 65% over the next decade, according to the newly published Africa Wealth Report 2025.
The 15 years journey of Nigerian capitalist
Heirs Holdings, the family-owned pan-African investment group created by Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, marks its 15th anniversary this month, celebrating a decade and a half of catalysing transformative, long-term investment in Africa.
Partnership set to promote Web3 startups across Africa
SquirrelPR, Africa’s pioneer PR management software, has entered into a strategic partnership with Syncthesis Innovation Hub, a leading communications and ecosystem enabler, to accelerate the visibility, credibility, and growth of Web3 startups…
Ethiopia Investment Hotspots & Emerging Opportunities 2025
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Ethiopia is opening up its economy by liberalizing sectors that were previously closed to foreign investors, including financial services, insurance, and telecommunications, creating unprecedented investment opportunities.
African Development Bank, Aerosense set to advance drone technology in Africa
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Aerosense Inc have signed an agreement to advance cooperation and projects in drone technology in Africa. Aerosense Inc. is a leading Japanese company engaged in drone…
Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana launch agricultural value chain
The new initiative that focuses on Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana to boost intra-regional trade in agricultural goods and aimed at advancing the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is…
Ethiopia High-Growth Sectors, Key Risks Every Investor Should Know
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Ethiopia continues to offer some of the most compelling investment opportunities in Africa. With a population exceeding 125 million, a young labor force, and ongoing infrastructure expansion,…
Ethiopia’s telecom sector growth, challenges and future prospects
By Melaku Kinfegabriel – Ethiopia’s telecom sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by liberalization, infrastructure expansion, and digital innovation.
Why Africa’s agriculture needs strong financial partners
By Leon Kotze – Agriculture is undeniably the world’s most important industry. For Africa, it’s the bedrock of economic stability, accounting for 25% of the continent’s gross domestic product (GDP), 65% of…
ATIDI invites Japanese to expand investment in Africa
In an effort to deepen economic ties between Japan and Africa, the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) invites Japanese to expand their investment in Africa
What Foreign Investors Must Know About Africa
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Across Africa, from Ethiopia to Ghana to Kenya, corporate risks often lie beneath polished presentations and audited reports.
African Development Bank to mobilize finance for Ethiopia’s mega airport
Ethiopian Airlines appointed African Development Bank (AfDB) as Initial Mandated Lead Arranger (IMLA) for the financing of Ethiopian Airlines’ over $7 billion mega airport under construction.
The Critical Role of Investigative Due Diligence in African Markets
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Investigative Due Diligence & Corporate Intelligence Expert, Ethiopia – In an era of globalization and increasing investment opportunities, Africa has emerged as a focal point for businesses…
Global leaders to meet for Africa food systems forum
Heads of State from are among the first high-level speakers confirmed for the Africa Food Systems Forum, set to take place in Senegal from 31 August to 5 September 2025.