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Established in 2022, the Observatoire régional de la recherche et du climat (Regional Climate and Research Observatory - ORREC) works to anticipate droughts and support communities. From 14 to 16 April, the second annual international Climate Change Research and Resilience Conference (2CR2) was held in Djibouti. We spoke with Djibouti's Minister of Higher Education and Research about the conference and the stakes.
The African Development Bank is set to elect its new president in Abidjan on 29 May, against a backdrop of global macroeconomic turmoil and demands to better address the challenges facing the continent. Former Mauritanian minister Sidi Ould Tah is running as the candidate of reason and change.
The flag carrier is now targeting intercontinental destinations.
Côte d'Ivoire has entered a new phase in the deployment of renewable energy with the official launch of Ferké Solar, a photovoltaic power plant developed by PFO Énergies, a subsidiary of PFO Africa.
The emergence of fintech players has only marginally reduced the cost of remittances, an essential service. Nevertheless, this complex, highly regulated market continues to grow, despite ‘hand-to-hand’ cash transactions.
Nicole Sulu is the founder of the Makutano International Business Forum which, in mid-November, held its tenth edition in Kinshasa.
This Moroccan company, number one worldwide in plant nutrition solutions and phosphate fertilisers, is investing in compliance with ESG criteria with a sustainable development strategy that is a priority for Africa.
A growing number of African states, well beyond the restricted circle of black gold exporters, are creating these investment structures. Efficiently managed, these public savings vehicles are helping to diversify the economy and encourage innovation.
Driven by its Minister of Innovation, who's tech credentials speak for themselves, Nigeria plans to establish itself as a major hub in Africa. Here's the plan.
Africa is the continent with the smallest tax base. Given the rising debt, balanced taxation would offset the fluctuating revenues generated by natural resources. Kenya's recent Finance Bill riots brought to light just how difficult this process can be. And the need for fairness in favour of the lowest earners.