Mining
Who owns Africa’s critical minerals? The new battle for copper, cobalt and lithium
Copper, cobalt and lithium are reshaping Africa’s mining map as global powers compete for resources, influence and long-term supply security.
Tag: Africa
Energy
Dangote’s refinery IPO could change who owns Africa’s energy future
As Dangote prepares to list its refinery, African investors face a rare opportunity to own a landmark energy asset.
Business
Zambia after the election: Investors want continuity, but what about growth?
Zambia’s re-election gives investors the continuity they wanted. But the next five years will test whether copper, capital and debt reforms can deliver broader growth.
Business
Why the U.S. is turning to Africa for the minerals behind the next industrial race
America deepens its African minerals push as Washington challenges China’s dominance and seeks secure critical mineral supply chains.
Business
Who will control East Africa’s new digital payments network?
East Africa is building a faster, more connected payments ecosystem, opening a new contest among banks, fintechs, central banks and technology companies.
Sports
Senegal appoint Patrick Vieira as head coach with AFCON qualifiers looming
Dakar-born Vieira takes charge after World Cup disappointment, with Senegal targeting AFCON qualification and renewed continental success.
Gambling
Kenya’s former parliamentary staffer loses more than Ksh1.4 million savings in alleged forex trading scam
Loice Nyambura Wamburu says an automated forex trading system marketed as a “Poverty Killer” left her with losses, debt and questions over online investment mentorship.
Sports
Africa has 54 votes. Why the continent is becoming FIFA’s kingmaker
Africa's growing voting power is reshaping the balance between football, money and global politics.
Oil & Gas
Libya’s $40 billion oil plan: Who will control its next energy boom?
Libya wants billions in new investment to unlock oil wealth, but security, politics and ownership could determine who benefits.
Business
Nigeria’s $50 billion oil gamble: Who will make money?
A new offshore framework could revive investment, boost production and reshape who captures Nigeria’s oil wealth.