Cyber Ready Africa’s Response to Growing Cyber Threats
Despite steep losses suffered across Africa to cyber threats, spending towards the prevention of future cyber-attacks on the continent has not risen to meet the need for greater protection.
Science & Technology
COP27: Abigael Kima’s Cautious Optimism An Interview with Climate Activist, Abigael Kima
Africa is an important voice in the climate debate, Abigael Kima argues ahead of COP27. ‘Because although we are only responsible for 0.5 per cent of historical emissions and less than 4 per cent of the global emissions at the moment, we are the most negatively impacted.’
Over the Brink of Crisis How Nigeria Is Tackling a Cholera Epidemic
Nigeria is experiencing its worst cholera outbreak in recent times. What are we doing about it? Read the full essay.
Setting the Records Straight The Rise of Africa’s Fact Checkers
From just one initiative in 2014, there were 20 active fact checking initiatives across Africa by 2018. Today, there are 35. What is driving the rise of African fact checkers and what are the implications of this trend? Read more
A Bill for Startups The House of Representatives Has Passed the Nigeria Startup Bill
Yesterday, the Nigerian House of Representatives passed the Nigeria Startup Bill (NSB) after its third reading. Read more.
Monkeypox Is Now a Global Health Threat What Exactly Is Happening?
On July 23, the WHO declared the escalating Monkeypox outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Read more.
The New Ebola? Should You Be Concerned About the Marburg Virus?
The WHO has confirmed the outbreak of the Marburg virus after two people had tested positive and died from the virus in Ghana. Read more.
Where Are the Medics? The Scramble for Africa’s Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers are the new oil and the cold war for the next precious resource has already begun. Read more.
The Monkeypox Outbreak What You Need to Know
Since 13 May 2022, more than 100 cases of monkeypox have been reported in 12 countries across Australia, Europe, and North America. Read more.
Africa’s Energy Deficit A Crack in Africa’s Geopolitical Foundation
Over 600 million people across Africa do not have access to electricity; this energy deficit contributes to debilitating economic realities—lowered productivity and higher costs of living. Read more.