Category: Africa
Why Afreximbank’s Break with Fitch Exposes a Deeper Rift
Dr. Macharia Kihuro In a recent public statement, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) announced it would terminate its credit rating relationship with Fitch Ratings. The rationale for this decision was particularly striking. The bank attributed the move to…
Namibian Universities Planning Their Own AI Policies
By: Dwight Links The University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) are planning their own artificial intelligence (AI) policies in response to recent developments in its utilisation. AI has become the…
Namibia Tops Africa’s Mining Potential List
By: David Shoombe Despite the decline in global diamond demand, Namibia’s mining sector continues to show strong potential in Africa, particularly in rare earth and critical minerals. Mining Review Africa 2026 ranks Namibia number one among African countries…
SA’s Western Diplomatic Rows Could Affect Namibia
By: David Shoombe While South Africa has positioned itself as the most industrialised and diversified economy in Africa, with an estimated nominal GDP between $400 to $443 billion, its ailing diplomatic ties with Western powers could negatively…
“This Tour Changed My Life “ – iShowSpeed Ends Africa Tour With Namibia
Hee-Dee Walenga 20-year-old global internet sensation, Darren Watkins Jr, otherwise known as iShowSpeed, ended his historic 20-country Africa tour in the Land of the Brave with two livestreams that were originally scheduled to take place in early January. Watkins Jr…
SA to Prioritise Economic Diplomacy
South Africa has vowed to strengthen its economic diplomacy during its 2026 Foreign Policy Outlook. South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, stated last week that is not about whether the country should engage…
Political Conflicts in Africa Cripple its Economies
By: David Shoombe The recent takeover of civilian government by the military in Guinea-Bissau brings the number of coups in Africa to ten in just five years. According to analysts, this not only undermines Africa’s long-term Agenda 2063 of “The…
African Authors’ Recognition Awards Launched
By: Loise Shiimi Namibia has launched and hosted its inaugural African Authors’ Recognition Award to celebrate authors and inspire them to continue on their creative journeys. The event took place in Ongwediva, Oshana Region, this…
We Need Fair and Transparent International Institutions – President
By: Mathias Hangala President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says developing countries need fair and transparent international lending institutions to ensure equitable access to global finance. She made these remarks on Saturday while addressing delegates at the recently concluded…
RMB Report Points to Africa’s Growing Investment Potential
By: Patemoshela Lukolo Africa remains an attractive destination for long-term investment despite global uncertainty, according to RMB’s Where to Invest in Africa 2025/26 report released this week. The report, authored by RMB Chief Economist Isaah Mhlanga, outlines…