Big money
In Africa, the 100 largest companies (by revenue) contribute up to 60% of corporate taxes. Accumulating some US$1.4 trillion... Read more
4 Oct, 2016
Going for gold
In early September, Africa recorded the highest in-situ value in the world for reported reserves and resources of primary... Read more
4 Oct, 2016
Baby steps
A study conducted in Kenya has discovered that special antibodies from infants could assist in the development of an... Read more
4 Oct, 2016
Spill the beans
Ethiopia is currently one of the world’s poorest countries, despite experiencing double-digit GDP growth over the last decade (10.2%... Read more
27 Sep, 2016
First aid
In terms of being prepared for health challenges of the future, emerging countries are adopting connected care technology to help... Read more
27 Sep, 2016
You’re welcome
Ghana is 25 times more successful in attracting tourism revenues compared to its much bigger West African counterpart, Nigeria.... Read more
27 Sep, 2016
Other side of the coin
The cost of living in 2016 has become more expensive for South Africans. However, the country is the cheapest... Read more
20 Sep, 2016
Cream of the crop
Local rice varieties in sub-Saharan Africa are yielding up to four times more thanks to the first hybrid varieties developed... Read more
20 Sep, 2016
Rare find
Towards the north-east of Abuja in Nigeria lies the potential world-class deposit of a new type of lucrative nickel... Read more
20 Sep, 2016
Inspector gadget
Power cuts are often caused by weather-related incidents that result in severe damage. South Africa’s power utility Eskom currently... Read more
12 Sep, 2016
