African Women Lead in STEM Graduates Globally, but Lag in Tech Leadership and Funding
Africa now produces a higher share of women STEM* graduates than any other region in the world, but they continue to face sharp barriers in career advancement and access to [...]
Paratus Rolls out Starlink in Rwanda
Pan-African telecommunications firm Paratus Group has expanded its satellite internet footprint to Rwanda, intensifying its bid to dominate enterprise connectivity across East Africa. “We are building Africa’s quality network by [...]Africa Finance Corporation Secures US$100mn Loan from Canada's Development Institution
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continental infrastructure and industrial investments provider, has secured a US$100mn, 10-year term loan from FinDev Canada, Canada’s bilateral Development Finance Institution. The transaction not only [...]
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) Raises € 1bn from International Markets
The West African Development Bank/ Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement (BOAD) has completed a EUR 1 billion bond issuance with a 15-year maturity. “This deal is more than a financial achievement; it is a clear recognition of BOAD’s creditworthiness and business model. [...]DHL Group to Invest More than €300mn to Boost Trade Across Sub-Saharan Africa
Global logistics company DHL Group has announced a €300+ million planned investment in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). “Despite global volatility, the continent continues to show resilience and momentum. Our investment reflects confidence [...]Fii Senegal 2025: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye calls for investment in a transforming Senegal
“Senegal offers a growing market within the framework of the Continental Free Trade Area, supported by a legal environment undergoing modernization and reform. We are ready to welcome you and [...]
Emerging Markets Surge as Dollar Weakens, and Africa's Opportunity
Emerging markets are experiencing their strongest rally in more than 15 years, as global investors flock to developing economies in search of higher yields and undervalued assets. “After 15 years [...]Central African Republic Joins the Africa Finance Corporation
The Central African Republic (CAR) has joined the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), becoming the continental infrastructure solutions provider's 46th member state. As one of Africa’s most resource-rich nations, CAR has [...]Industry Leaders Push for Faster Permits, Better Seismic Data, to Unlock Africa's Oil and Gas Potential
Advances in seismic imaging, frontier data sets and faster permitting could ignite a new exploration renaissance in Africa, industry leaders said Africa Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 [...]Raxio Group Launches Angola's Largest Data Center
Data center operator Raxio Group has opened a US$30 million, 19,000 square meter, 3MW facility that can host over 800 server racks in Angola. “Raxio Angola represents a leap forward [...]Africa Finance Corporation Raises US$ 1.5bn in Debt
Infrastructure solutions provider Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), has closed a US$1.5bn syndicated loan, its largest-ever debt facility. “This landmark transaction reinforces AFC’s standing as a trusted institution in the global [...]KCB is Vying to Boost East Africa/US Trade, Investments, CEO Paul Russo Says at Bullish Kenya
KCB Group is vying to deepen its support to businesses and investors focused on the East Africa US Markets, riding on its scale across the region. Speaking at the [...]
