India’s Power Lab CPRI Looks to Africa
With new units and a stronger global focus, CPRI aims to cement its position in power equipment testing and certification….reports Asian Lite News India’s
Beijing’s East African Corridor Takes Shape as Kenya Launches Next SGR Phase
Beijing is providing the contractor, the financing and the blueprint. What Kenya is providing, beyond its sovereign guarantee, remains an open question…reports Asian Lite
Ghana Bets on Tech to Boost Agriculture
Mahama outlined plans to shift Ghana towards a value-addition model, where raw agricultural produce is processed into finished goods for export and domestic consumption….reports
Congo Heads to Polls as 3 Million Prepare to Vote
A total of seven candidates are in the running, including incumbent President Denis Sassou N’Guesso….reports Asian Lite News Over three million registered voters in
Africa Policymakers Warn Iran Oil Shock
African policymakers have warned that a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran could complicate monetary policy and threaten the
UK Ends Africa Health Programme
A key UK-backed health initiative in Africa is set to shut down following aid cuts. Experts warn the move could weaken global pandemic preparedness…reports
China Scraps Tariffs for 53 African Nations
China opens its market to 53 African countries with zero tariffs, boosting trade prospects while raising questions about resource dependency and Beijing’s growing strategic
Africa Mulls Chagos-Style Slavery Case Against Britain
African Union explores Chagos-style legal strategy to push former colonial powers into slavery reparations talks….reports Asian Lite News African nations are preparing a legal
Iran war disrupts Africa trade
Escalating conflict in the Gulf region is disrupting global shipping lanes and sending shockwaves through East Africa’s trade network. Exporters warn of mounting losses
Africa’s AI Future at Risk
A new academic study warns that artificial intelligence adoption across Africa is accelerating faster than public awareness and regulatory systems designed to protect digital
