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Investment themes that will define Africa’s next decade
From EVs to SEZs, from data centers to agribusiness — here are Africa's highest-potential opportunities through 2035.
December 2025
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
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
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
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
“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