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The intensifying competition between telecoms and Starlink for broadband access marks a new era of connectivity for rural regions, as both strive to bridge Africa’s digital divide. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | As Elon Musk’s Starlink continue to cannibalise small internet service providers in major African cities and telcos …

US President Donald Trump’s recent quip about Lesotho as a nation “nobody has ever heard of” has inadvertently catapulted the small African kingdom into the global limelight. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | An offhand remark by US President Donald Trump about Lesotho has unwittingly ignited a surge of curiosity …

Things looked bad for Francis Thoya when the event planner lost his income and became a shark meat seller. But that led to an “aha” moment that has since become a win-win for him and his community. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY |  A delicious smell of baking fills the …

Nigeria’s cocoa industry is emerging as a key driver of economic diversification. With growing global demand and surging investments, the sector could unlock new revenue streams and strengthen the country’s non-oil economy. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Nigeria’s cocoa industry is undergoing a transformation, characterized by record-high prices, soaring …

Africa’s startup ecosystem has rebounded in January 2025 compared to the same period last year, signaling a shift toward more sustainable, growth-driven investment. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa’s startup ecosystem is roaring back, with January 2025 figures shattering past funding records, according to the latest analysis from African …

 By promoting equitable and representative legal systems, gender-balanced judiciaries are not only improving women’s lives, they are also playing a role in ensuring fair trade practices, boosting investor confidence, and empowering women entrepreneurs. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Female-led apex courts are now driving reforms that analysts say could …

European football giants are strengthening their presence in Africa, with Real Madrid launching its first soccer academy in South Africa. This move aligns with a growing trend of European clubs establishing academies across the continent to harness its rich football talent and integrate young stars into their global networks. SPECIAL …

Countries across the continent are rapidly adopting national digital ID systems, a key pillar of the continent’s growing internet economy. These digital identities promise financial inclusion, secure online transactions and improved access to public services, all while strengthening fraud prevention. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | African nations are rapidly …

As Africa shifts towards renewable energy, homes, businesses, and institutions are increasingly adopting battery storage systems to reduce reliance on the national grid. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa is experiencing a major boom in battery storage, as residential homes, businesses and institutions like hospitals and schools cut down …

Four African nations are leading the global surge in gender-inclusive corporate hiring, with Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Botswana, and Zambia ranking among the top countries where women are most likely to be bosses. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY |  As global economies grapple with gender gaps in leadership, four African nations …