Francois Baird, Co-Founder of Baird’s CMC, makes a powerful presentation on why Africa cannot be asked to choose between development and decarbonisation. The truth is stark: Over 600 million Africans live without electricity, 53% of them in sub-Saharan Africa. Fewer than half of those with access say their supply works reliably. Without affordable energy, food […]

The growth potential in Africa’s five sleeper economies Despite facing challenges such as corruption and threats from insurgencies, five emerging nations in Africa are showing promising growth rates. In a nutshell Cabo Verde and Namibia lead with strong governance and literacy Angola’s natural resources and reforms point to potential growth Challenges like corruption and conflict […]

As AI technologies continue to evolve, their impact on healthcare is becoming increasingly profound. They are shifting from futuristic concepts to practical tools that enhance care, improve patient outcomes, and optimise operations. From revolutionising patient-clinician interactions with AI transcription tools to accelerating drug discovery and clinical trial designs, AI is redefining how healthcare is delivered, managed, […]

The growing threat of radical Islamist terrorism in Africa is becoming a global concern, with the continent’s population explosion and ongoing instability exacerbating the crisis. In recent decades, Africa has seen a dramatic rise in jihadist violence, which has destabilized entire regions, disrupted economic development, and fueled displacement. Mozambique, once a stable country, now struggles […]