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For a bright future, invest in Africa’s young

For a bright future, invest in Africa’s young

Last month, I visited Nigeria for the first time in five years, and, everywhere I went, perhaps more than on any of my previous trips, I felt the immense energy and boundless potential of its rising generation. I met with young scientists and researchers working on innovative solutions to some of the country’s most difficult challenges in health and development. I also listened to young entrepreneurs talk about leveraging new digital technologies to improve health care and financial literacy. 

Nigeria has failed Africa — Obasanjo

Nigeria has failed Africa — Obasanjo

‘Over the last 63 years, we have not lived up to expectations. We have disappointed ourselves; we have disappointed Africa; we have disappointed the black race’

UK commits $10m to SDG outcomes fund in Africa 

UK commits $10m to SDG outcomes fund in Africa 

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution (DFI) and impact investor, has announced a $10 million commitment to the SDG Outcomes Fund as an anchor investor alongside the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC).

Breaking Boundaries: How African Entrepreneurs Can Expand into Asia’s Thriving Markets

Breaking Boundaries: How African Entrepreneurs Can Expand into Asia’s Thriving Markets

In today’s interconnected world, the realm of entrepreneurship knows no geographical boundaries. As African entrepreneurs seek new avenues for growth and success, an increasing number are setting their sights on the vast and dynamic markets of Asia. With their bustling economies, technological advancements, and diverse consumer bases, countries like Singapore, China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and […]

Help farmers grow food, not tobacco, WHO warns Africa

Help farmers grow food, not tobacco, WHO warns Africa

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has urged African countries to support farmers in growing food crops that would sustain the people instead of growing tobacco which is dangerous to people’s health.  

Vanguard Detty December