Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Africa’s tech ecosystem has recently gained attention with two new fintech unicorns: South Africa’s TymeBank and Nigeria’s Moniepoint, both raising funds and achieving valuations exceeding $1 billion. However, these valuations are not just a sign of investor confidence but also reflect the companies’ ability to adapt disruptive fintech models originally designed for developed economies,…

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Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Elon Musk recently met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss a potential deal that could enable SpaceX’s Starlink service in the country. The agreement would involve the South African government relaxing rules regarding Black ownership, which currently hinder Starlink’s operations there. Musk, leveraging his growing influence in U.S. politics, is now…

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Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian When reflecting on Jimmy Carter’s presidency and his impactful post-presidential years, achievements like the Camp David Accords, the Panama Canal Treaties, and the recognition of China often dominate discussions. However, Carter’s significant contributions to Africa, particularly during the Cold War, are often overlooked. His deep engagement in southern Africa, from apartheid-era South Africa to…

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Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian While many of Africa’s wealthiest individuals are seasoned veterans in business, a notable few have achieved billionaire status at a younger age. Excelling in technology, manufacturing, and real estate, these entrepreneurs exemplify innovation and determination. According to Forbes, here are the five youngest billionaires in Africa, with the youngest just 43 years old. Tope…

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Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian A groundbreaking £21 billion infrastructure project in South Africa promises to create a modern, sustainable city that will serve as a vibrant hub for 500,000 residents. President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled plans for this ambitious smart city during his 2020 State of the Nation address, highlighting the development of a cutting-edge urban area near Lanseria…

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Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa’s blue economy is emerging as a pivotal focus area, aligning with the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Despite its immense potential, many African nations face challenges in controlling and benefiting from their oceanic resources. Securing financing for global environmental initiatives has become increasingly difficult. For example, negotiations at COP16 on Nature and Biodiversity ended…

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Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Africa boasts many remarkable infrastructure projects, and among them is the £3 billion Gautrain, a high-speed rail network connecting two major South African cities. Spanning 80 kilometers, the Gautrain links Johannesburg, the economic hub of Gauteng province, with Pretoria, South Africa’s administrative capital. First announced in 2000 and completed in 2012, the project…

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Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian With 223 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in service by 2023, Morocco holds the second-largest fleet of military drones in Africa, trailing only Egypt with 267 UAVs. By 2025, Morocco plans to bolster its military capabilities further by acquiring cutting-edge drones, including the Turkish Bayraktar Akinci, a high-altitude, long-endurance model. This move reflects Morocco’s strategic…

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