Kenya's leading insurers are expanding into the Democratic Republic of Congo to tap its growing $5 billion insurance market. Backed by mining-driven growth and industry reforms, the move could boost financial inclusion, strengthen regional integration and support long-term economic development.
Africa faces renewed debt pressures, but IMF African Department Director Zeine Zeidane says many countries have made real progress through stronger policies and reforms. Innovation, responsible leadership and international cooperation are creating a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.
Apple has raised prices on some products, citing soaring chip costs and AI-driven demand. The move has sparked debate among customers over the rising cost of technology, while highlighting broader industry challenges. Competition and innovation may still deliver greater value in the future.
Apple has raised prices on some products, citing soaring chip costs and AI-driven demand. The move has sparked debate among customers over the rising cost of technology, while highlighting broader industry challenges. Competition and innovation may still deliver greater value in the future.
Kenya's leading insurers are expanding into the Democratic Republic of Congo to tap its growing $5 billion insurance market. Backed by mining-driven growth and industry reforms, the move could boost financial inclusion, strengthen regional integration and support long-term economic development.
Africa faces renewed debt pressures, but IMF African Department Director Zeine Zeidane says many countries have made real progress through stronger policies and reforms. Innovation, responsible leadership and international cooperation are creating a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.
China has approved the NEO brain chip for mass production and patient use, marking a major milestone in brain-computer interface technology. The device helps paralyzed patients control digital devices with their thoughts and reaches commercialization ahead of Neuralink.
Day three of the Global NGOs Stakeholders Summit 2026 spotlighted youth leadership, collaboration, innovation, and locally driven development. Panelists urged organizations to empower young Africans as decision-makers to build a more sustainable and prosperous future.
Day Three of the Global NGOs Stakeholder Summit on building stronger partnerships to meet today's changing development challenges. Leaders from across sectors emphasized collaboration, innovation, resilient institutions, and community empowerment as keys to sustainable development across Africa.
More than 200 leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and development practitioners gathered for a high-level summit exploring Africa's growing role in global development. The event highlighted youth empowerment, social innovation, partnerships, and practical solutions for stronger, more impactful NGOs.
A Harvard Medical School study found advanced AI systems outperformed doctors in emergency room diagnoses under controlled testing. Researchers say AI could become a powerful decision-support tool, improving diagnostic accuracy while complementing, not replacing human clinicians.
