Finbarr Toesland

Finbarr Toesland

SunCulture has raised over $40 million to equip rural farmers with solar-powered irrigation systems.

Start-ups powering up Africa’s solar energy ecosystem

EntrepreneursThey are increasingly offering advanced energy solutions to the majority of people across Africa facing blackouts, brownouts and poor electricity supply

Two students practicing with wind, solar and other models on computer.

Crowdfunding emerging as financing source for African entrepreneurs

economic development MSMEs

Crowdfunding platforms also lower cost barriers for investors

Parrotfish in seagrass, in the waters off Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Ocean Decade: Blue economy presents vast opportunities for Africa

SDGs sustainable development

From fishing to oil and gas, to tourism, the possibilities are immense

Shipment containers at Tunisia port

Africa can become a maritime hub for global trade

International Trade AfCFTA

— Guy Platten, Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Shipping.

An image of Digital Fingerprinting.

African countries embracing biometrics, digital IDs

Nigeria biometrics

New digital technologies have enabled countries to leapfrog outdated tools and progress to modern innovations.

Sandton Gautrain Station in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Africa’s megacities a magnet for investors

Yet increasing populations will need jobs and modern infrastructure

Jonathan Bigirima (left), married and father of six, in his joinery. Photo: Panos/D. Telemans

A double challenge for the disabled

Stigma prevents many people with disabilities from entering the workforce