Africa's renewable energy sector is expanding rapidly through solar investment and off-grid solutions, offering hope for millions without electricity. While financing and infrastructure remain major challenges, stronger policies and partnerships are driving a cleaner, more connected energy future.
Ethiopia has launched a new legal framework for small-scale border trade with Kenya, giving licensed traders simplified customs access while improving compliance, reducing contraband, and supporting livelihoods. The initiative could become a model for regional trade across Africa.
French LNG technology leader GTT is designing storage systems for the world's largest floating LNG vessel while expanding its role in Africa's growing offshore gas industry. Together with Technip Energies, the company is helping accelerate major LNG projects across the continent.
French LNG technology leader GTT is designing storage systems for the world's largest floating LNG vessel while expanding its role in Africa's growing offshore gas industry. Together with Technip Energies, the company is helping accelerate major LNG projects across the continent.
Africa's renewable energy sector is expanding rapidly through solar investment and off-grid solutions, offering hope for millions without electricity. While financing and infrastructure remain major challenges, stronger policies and partnerships are driving a cleaner, more connected energy future.
Ethiopia has launched a new legal framework for small-scale border trade with Kenya, giving licensed traders simplified customs access while improving compliance, reducing contraband, and supporting livelihoods. The initiative could become a model for regional trade across Africa.
Kenya has secured Dangote Group's proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery, positioning the country as East Africa's leading energy hub. The landmark investment is expected to create thousands of jobs, strengthen regional energy security, reduce fuel imports, and drive industrial growth.
Google and Novastar Ventures have launched the Applied AI Lab for Africa to help startups build impactful AI solutions. The programme offers access to advanced AI models, expert mentorship, Cloud credits, and funding opportunities, empowering innovators to solve real-world challenges.
African entrepreneurs are transforming local challenges into global opportunities through innovation in finance, energy, and digital services. By designing businesses around real community needs, they are expanding inclusion, creating jobs, and helping shape Africa's digital future.
Brahim Díaz has become the first African player to record four assists in a single FIFA World Cup. The Moroccan playmaker reached the landmark in just five matches, helping Morocco's impressive campaign while inspiring a new generation of African footballers.
Google and the Elba Hope Foundation are investing $1 million to give 100,000 creators across five African countries free access to Google Gemini and AI tools. The initiative removes technology barriers, empowers creativity, and helps African talent compete on the global stage.
