Several weeks before this edition of the African Youth Survey was published, I was in Kenya and South Africa talking to various groups of people, particularly the youth, about my own journey into ...

Medicines are not just products; they are the cornerstone of healthcare, tools that alleviate suffering, save lives, and empower health systems to deliver better outcomes. Without reliable access to ...

In times of escalating tension between states, cool heads and calm words are crucial, says the North-West University (NWU) in South Africa academic Dr Pumlani Majavu. “The Rwandan president came ...

SC Johnson has announced the opening of high-speed manufacturing lines at its Nairobi, Kenya plant to produce SC Johnson Guardian™, one of the company’s spatial repellents designed to significantly ...

The Energizing Healthcare 2025 conference, held in Nairobi from February 3 to 4, concluded with a resounding call to prioritize the electrification of healthcare facilities across Africa, leveraging ...

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death globally, with delayed diagnoses and limited access to advanced care significantly contributing to poor outcomes. The World Health Organisation (WHO) ...

Property technology – or PropTech – is not new to South Africa, with the majority of real estate companies by now having adopted technology or software in some guise since it was first introduced in ...

Kenya’s poultry industry is a significant contributor to the country’s agricultural economy, supplying both domestic and regional markets with eggs and meat. However, despite the sector’s growth, many ...

An old proverb from the Congo says, “A mother is like a kernel, crushed by problems but strong enough to overcome them”. Throughout Africa, mothers, sisters – the continent’s primary caregivers – are ...

When it comes to reducing its environmental impact and futureproofing its energy needs, natural gas is the best answer for the mining industry. Transitioning to natural gas or renewable energy sources ...

The African Women in Dialogue (AfWID) forum started on a strong note and has gained positive momentum over the past four days, with several prominent women showing their support for the 1,000 women ...

On 2 nd February every year, the world celebrates World Wetlands Day to raise awareness about conservation of wetlands and spotlight their value. This year’s campaign theme is Protecting wetlands for ...