Africa’s AI Economy Projected to Surpass $16. 5 Billion by 2030

Africa's AI economy is experiencing rapid growth, with projections indicating a substantial increase from an estimated US$4.51 billion in 2025 to US$16.53 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.42%. This expansion,...

Aviation-Driven Tourism Adds $454 Million to Nigeria’s Economy

Nigeria’s skies are not just highways for business travellers, they are also vital gateways for tourism. According to a new report by Oxford Economics for the International Air Transport Association (IATA), international visitors arriving by air...

Aviation Powers Nigerian Economy with $2.5 Billion GDP Boost, 217,000 Jobs – Report

Nigeria’s aviation industry has emerged as a powerful driver of economic growth, contributing $2.5 billion to the nation’s GDP and supporting over 217,000 jobs, according to a new report by Oxford Economics for the International Air Transport...

TMS TACCC 2025 Concludes with Overwhelming Industry Participation: Pioneering Collaboration for a Decarbonised Transport Industry.

The third edition of The Maritime Standard Transportation & Climate Change Conference (TACCC 2025) concluded successfully at the Saadiyat Rotana Resort, Abu Dhabi, UAE, bringing together an exceptional gathering of global leaders, policymakers,...

South Africa’s new vehicle sales surge to 10-year high on easing inflation, interest rates

South Africa’s new vehicle market recorded its strongest month in a decade, with sales in September 2025 climbing to 54 700 units, the highest level since September 2015. It was also the third consecutive month of volumes above 50 000 units and...

Inside the payslip of a South African train driver: Salary, benefits, and career requirements

The salary of a South African train driver has sparked interest and debate online, with some people impressed by the figures and others questioning the balance between pay and responsibility The job of a train driver requires significant training...

Kenya opens 15th Magical Kenya Travel Expo with call for tourism integration in Africa

The 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) opened in Nairobi this week with a call for Africa to strengthen cooperation, diversify products and attract new investment in order to fully unlock its tourism potential. Kenya’s Deputy...

Trade Mission to South Africa officially launched at ASSETS 2025

The highly anticipated ASSETS Trade Mission to South Africa was officially launched during the ASSETS 2025 Summit in Accra. The launch was led by the National AfCFTA Coordinator, Mr. Benjamin Kwaku Asiam, together with Mrs. Sylvia Owu, Deputy CEO...

Tyre Tensions in Europe: What China’s Exports, EU Probes, and Global Ripples Mean for Africa & Southeast Asia

In May 2025, the European Commission formally launched an anti-dumping investigation into the import of passenger car and light‐truck tyres from China, following a complaint by EU tyre manufacturers claiming unfair price practices and harm to...

India’s 5G smartphone shipments soar to 87%, ranks at 14th spot globally

During the first half (H1) of 2025, the share of 5G handsets in the smartphone shipments in India surged to 87 per cent, underscoring the rapid adoption of next-generation mobile technology. According to Counterpoint Research, India has climbed to...

Stellantis aims to broaden planned South Africa plant's vehicle lineup

GQEBERHA South Africa - Stellantis intends to expand its product line-up at a planned manufacturing plant in South Africa, moving beyond pick-up trucks as shifting market dynamics prompt a strategy rethink, the company's local manager said. The...

South Africa secures China, India investments to boost local auto manufacturing

The SKD manufacturing technique involves turning partially assembled kits into finished vehicles, while CKD puts together cars from parts delivered to the site.South Africa has secured commitments from Chinese and Indian car companies to upgrade...

Endangered cheetah cubs rescued from illegal trade in Africa

Eleven cheetah cubs were rescued from illegal trade in Somaliland in what a conservationist described on Thursday as "one of the largest confiscations of the species." The cubs were packed in bags that resembled sacks of potatoes and were being...

BRICS+ Series: The Middle East’s Expanding Horizon in Africa

In recent years, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, particularly the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar, have significantly intensified their economic engagement with Africa. Beyond traditional trade and remittance flows, this...

SEC DG pushes for capital market integration to unlock W/Africa’s growth

The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has urged West African countries to accelerate the integration of their capital markets, describing it as the only way to mobilise the scale of investment...

Nigeria: SEC pushes for West African capital market integration to unlock regional growth

The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama, has called on West African countries to accelerate the integration of their capital markets, describing it as a crucial step toward mobilising large-scale...

Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update

Name of the Project Kusile power plant project. Location Near the Kendal power station, in the Nkangala district of Mpumalanga, in South Africa. Project Owner/s State-owned power utility Eskom. Project Description The Kusile power station project...

SEC DG: Slow pace of capital market integration in West Africa delaying infrastructure financing

Emomotimi Agama, director-general of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says the slow pace of regional capital market integration is depriving West Africa of the scale of financing needed to close its vast infrastructure and development...

Ghana to train 15,000 youth annually under Skills for Jobs Initiative

By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Government has launched the Ghana Skills for Jobs Initiative, a major youth employment programme that will train at least 15,000 young people every year to provide skilled labour for the country’s growing industries....

Railbookers expands its “Around the World by Luxury Train” Collection for 2026

Railbookers has unveiled a new and expanded collection of itineraries that celebrate traveling Around the World by Luxury Train. Returning for 2026 is the flagship “Around the World by Luxury Train” trip, which will feature new trains, hotels and...