Lobito Corridor, Africa’s closely watched, cross-border minerals-trade and investment effort outside China’s orbit, is moving toward reality at a cost of as much as USD 5 billion in Zambia – and could displace thousands of people in its 340-mile path. Continue reading Lobito chugs toward reality
Africa’s post-colonial leaders championed national parks as symbols of sovereignty and stewardship, yet the model no longer serves the needs of people or biodiversity. Continue reading The price of wildlife boundaries is rising
Copper, nickel, cobalt, gold and much more – the “critical minerals” riches of Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo have ignited a geopolitical race for control of the world’s future economy and an epic project: the Lobito Corridor. We take you there in this exclusive video report. Continue reading Landlocked Africa’s quest to link oceans
Saudi Arabia is moving deeper into Africa, from Ethiopia to Zambia, a major trend in 2026 as the kingdom’s capital pursues food and minerals. Also trending: the global digital workforce and the rise of Morocco as a strategic gateway for Africa. Continue reading Trends shaking Africa in 2026
Walmart, America’s biggest retailer, is shifting strategy in Africa as the allure of a massive emerging consumer market and Amazon’s arrival as competition stirs action. Continue reading Walmart comes to Africa – again
While the opening of Ethiopia’s grand dam captured global attention, elsewhere aging dams, drought and financing gaps are sparking a solar energy surge across Africa, as hosts Aisha and Aidan explain. Continue reading Afrologi Green EP02: Solar surge outshines Africa’s grand dams
