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The 10 fastest-growing economies in Africa in 2026

While global investors worry about slowdowns, 11 of the world's 15 fastest-growing economies are in Africa — here's what's driving that growth.

November 2025
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3 things to know about venture capital in Africa from Breega’s Haïle Amegashie

As Africa's VC sector comes of age, investors are getting clearer about what works — and what doesn't.

November 2025
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Africa’s demographic dividend is dying: Bertrand Badré warns that the next five years are critical

The former World Bank CFO points out that AI & automation could erode Africa's youth advantage, exacerbating the continent's job creation challenge.

November 2025
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Beyond oil and minerals: Boris Kodjoe on creativity as Africa’s new economic engine

The Hollywood actor and investor spotlights what he calls 'Africa's new economy' — culture, code, and creativity over cobalt, copper, and coal.

November 2025
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“Africa doesn’t need the world”: Dr. Chihombori-Quao’s call for a new mindset

The former African Union ambassador to the US argues the continent's biggest barrier isn't resources or capital, but a mindset of dependency and scarcity.

November 2025
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“Currency devaluation is a feature, not a bug”: Idris Ayo Bello on navigating Africa’s currency chaos

While many investors flee Africa's currency volatility, one early backer of Flutterwave, Andela, and Wave has turned forex fluctuations into a competitive advantage.

October 2025