Travel eSIM is changing how international mobile connectivity is bought and distributed. For African travellers and businesses, the shift creates new opportunities for connectivity, fintech, travel services and digital partnerships.
Fuel Prices, Freight Costs and the New Test of Supply Chain Transparency
Rising fuel prices and volatile global freight markets are putting pressure on South African businesses. Craig du Toit examines why supply-chain transparency, efficiency and accountability matter when logistics costs rise — and when they eventually fall.
From Skills to Jobs: Why Africa’s Digital Economy Needs Stronger Sector Coordination
Africa is investing heavily in digital skills, but training alone does not create jobs. South Africa and Rwanda show how stronger sector coordination can connect employer demand, skills, policy and inclusive employment.
Kenya’s Stablecoin Rules Put East Africa’s Digital Payments at a Crossroads
Kenya has given its central bank greater control over foreign stablecoins as East Africa moves towards more integrated cross-border payments. EBC Financial Group’s David Precious explains what the new rules could mean for businesses and regulators.
South Africa Must Build Its Own AI Capability, Says HPE South Africa MD
President Ntuli, Managing Director of HPE South Africa, argues that the country must build domestic AI capability across infrastructure, data and skills to retain greater control over its digital future.
Uganda’s SANDI AI Wins US$50,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize
Ugandan agritech startup SANDI AI has won a US$50,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize, giving founder Nabakka Sandra new resources to scale technology connecting community finance with agricultural and clean-energy solutions.
The Hidden Compliance Costs of Cross-Border Data Expansion for African Companies
African companies expanding into new markets face growing compliance costs arising from fragmented data protection laws, cross-border transfer requirements, cloud infrastructure and regulatory obligations. Early planning can reduce both financial and operational risks.
Africa’s AI Productivity Push Needs a Talent-Pipeline Strategy
Africa’s young workforce gives the continent a major demographic opportunity, but aggressive automation of entry-level work could weaken the pipeline of future managers, analysts and specialists. Employers can capture AI productivity gains while preserving apprenticeship, mentoring and real-world decision experience.
Ericsson and FIS Partner to Simplify Wallet-Led Digital Financial Services
Ericsson and FIS are planning a pre-integrated platform that combines digital-wallet infrastructure with payments and issuing capabilities.
Senegal’s Diamba Sud Gold Project Secures 14MW Power Plant Ahead of 2028 Production
Fortuna Mining’s Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal has secured a 14MW captive power plant from Wärtsilä, marking another significant infrastructure commitment as the Canadian […]