Free zone
Nairobi has announced plans to launch weekly car-free days in part of its CBD in a bid to ease... Read more
5 Feb, 2019
Treasure trove
In Botswana, Lucara Diamond’s Karowe mine has uncovered a 240 ct stone. The top white gem diamond is set... Read more
5 Feb, 2019
Safety zone
A unique Tanzanian forest is getting a second lease on life after being declared a nature reserve. Described by... Read more
29 Jan, 2019
Mechanics of farming
Nigeria’s agricultural sector is set to receive a boost thanks to a US$1.1 billion loan from the Brazilian government. This... Read more
29 Jan, 2019
Great expectations
Egypt has announced plans to upgrade six of its major oil refineries over the next four years, at a... Read more
28 Jan, 2019
High energy
A high-voltage power interconnection line will soon connect Egypt and Sudan, enabling the exchange of electricity. Spanning 169 km, the... Read more
22 Jan, 2019
Waste not, want not
In South Africa, technology is being used to add value to chicken manure. It’s largely considered a waste stream... Read more
22 Jan, 2019
In full sparkle
Angola’s first diamond auction is set to take place at the end of January and will feature seven gems... Read more
22 Jan, 2019
Spitting science
In a world first, South African researchers are introducing a diagnostic saliva test for malaria. With the help of... Read more
15 Jan, 2019
Powering innovation
Kenya is developing a new environmentally friendly motorcycle to curb its heavy carbon emissions. Using its US$114 000 prize... Read more
15 Jan, 2019
