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Togo’s Business Reforms: A Comprehensive Overview Starting a Business In the 2020 Doing Business rankings, Togo proudly stands at fifteenth globally and first in Africa in the Starting a Business index. This achievement underscores the country’s ongoing commitment to improving its business landscape through continual reforms. Enforcing Contracts Once one of the lowest-rankers in the Enforcing Contracts indicator, Togo has made remarkable strides. The country has seen significant improvements thanks to a robust reform agenda, boosting its standing in enforcing contracts. Contract Execution To streamline contract execution, Togo has introduced special chambers of commerce for small debts. Key advancements include:…

Africa’s Shift Towards Resource Nationalism: A New Era of Mineral Control DAR ES SALAAM: African nations are increasingly championing a resource nationalism agenda, aiming to secure more control over their abundant mineral resources as global demand surges. Understanding Resource Nationalism The drive for resource nationalism stems from an essential realization: Africa is rich in minerals, yet much of the economic benefit resulting from these resources currently escapes the continent through processes such as manufacturing and global supply chains. This trend is particularly noticeable in Southern Africa, which boasts considerable deposits of critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth…

Empowering Women in Africa’s Creative Economy: A Key to Economic Growth As we mark International Women’s Day 2026, the importance of investing in women-led creative enterprises becomes increasingly evident. A recent report from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) highlights the untapped potential of Africa’s creative industry, currently valued at $59 billion but largely underutilized. The Untapped Potential of Africa’s Creative Sector Africa’s creative economy encompasses various domains including fashion, design, music, film, and digital content. Despite representing less than three percent of the global creative sector, the opportunity for growth is substantial. BCG posits that increasing Africa’s share from three…

Rosatom Launches Ninth Annual Atoms Empowering Africa Video Contest Empowering Youth through Nuclear Technology Moscow – Rosatom has officially launched the ninth annual Atoms Empowering Africa video contest, offering an exciting platform for young talents across Africa. This year, participants are encouraged to voice their perspectives on how nuclear technologies can tackle pressing challenges in their nations. Fostering BRICS Relationships This year’s theme centers on collaboration within the BRICS Nuclear Platform, specifically aimed at enhancing cooperative efforts in the peaceful utilization of nuclear technologies. As the Head Coordinator of the BRICS Nuclear Platform, Elsie Pule stated, "We aim to inspire…

Afreximbank Launches Accelerator Programme to Propel Africa’s Digital Trade The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched its inaugural Afreximbank Accelerator Programme, aimed at enhancing Africa’s digital trade ecosystem. This program brings together eight promising startups from Africa and its diaspora for an intensive week of activities from March 23-27, 2026, held in Cairo, Egypt. Emerging Startups Selected for the Programme These startups were chosen from a competitive pool of over 1,600 applicants. The cohort showcases some of the most innovative ventures focused on developing digital infrastructure for intra-African trade. The selected startups span several key sectors, including: Cross-border payments Digital…

Cascador Appoints Oyin Solebo as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Entrepreneurial Growth in Africa Cascador, a prominent initiative in Nigeria focused on empowering growth-stage entrepreneurs, has announced the appointment of Ms. Oyin Solebo as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic move aims to bolster the infrastructure necessary for sustainable scaling of impactful businesses across the continent. Ms. Oyin Solebo: A Visionary Leader Ms. Solebo brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having previously served as the Managing Director of ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator. She is esteemed for her expertise in venture capital, startup acceleration, and…

The Guinea and Emirates Global Aluminium asset dispute resolution marks a pivotal moment in the landscape of African resource nationalism. As countries rich in mineral resources grapple with changing regulatory frameworks, this high-profile case underscores the reassertion of control over vital mineral assets. It illustrates how resource-rich nations are navigating international investment obligations while adapting to evolving policies. The ongoing situation in Guinea reflects broader trends toward implementing critical minerals strategies within Africa’s mining sector. Notably, the bauxite industry serves as a key battleground for these tensions, given Africa’s significant role in global aluminum supply chains. Historically, mining partnerships emphasized…

Nigeria’s Financial Sector Reforms: Insights from the Africa Capital Forum The Africa Capital Forum, held at The Peninsula London, highlighted significant reforms in Nigeria’s financial sector. This event, co-hosted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), coincided with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the UK. The forum’s theme, “From Stabilisation to Capital Mobilisation,” reflected the ongoing efforts to bolster Nigeria’s financial resilience and investor confidence. Positive Reactions to Nigeria’s Financial Reforms Participants, including global investors and fintech leaders, praised Nigeria’s financial reforms as “credible.” British Deputy High Commissioner to…

The Rising Tide: Impacts of the Iran War on Asian Economies Introduction The intensifying conflict in the Gulf, particularly surrounding the Iran War, is reshaping the geopolitical and economic landscape of Asia. While global media coverage gives the impression that the war has dragged on for longer than it really has, significant ramifications are already emerging, particularly concerning oil supply chains and financial stability across the region. Deteriorating Oil Supplies and Economic Struggles The Strait of Hormuz plays a crucial role in global oil transportation, with around 84% of the oil passing through it destined for Asian markets. As oil…

Exploring the Harlem Renaissance: A Cultural Revolution The Harlem Renaissance marked a pivotal moment in American culture, defined by an explosive interest in Black heritage and a movement toward establishing a distinctive American culture. This period, occurring in the early 20th century, coincided with efforts to promote cultural pluralism, allowing ethnic groups to coexist harmoniously instead of conforming to a singular narrative. Philosopher Horace Kallen’s concept of cultural pluralism, coined in 1915, called for a diverse tapestry of cultures to flourish side by side, which was echoed in W.E.B. Du Bois’s influential work The Souls of Black Folk. The Rise…