Spotlight: Ideas That Matter
The frameworks, theories, and big thinking that are shaping Africa’s future. We break down the ideas of leading thinkers, economists, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to help you understand the concepts driving change across the continent. From economic philosophy to business strategy, these are the intellectual blueprints worth understanding.
“Africa is shaped like a question mark”: Ahunna Eziakonwa on moving past potential to prosperity
The UN's top Africa official argues that constantly framing Africa as "emerging" keeps the continent trapped as tomorrow's story — never today's reality.
December 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
“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
Foreign capital follows, Africa must lead: Yemi Keri on why African business angels must invest first
The President of the African Business Angel Network argues that Flutterwave, Paystack, and Moniepoint prove local angel investors create the pipeline global VCs rely on.
October 2025