Inflation Plagues African Nations in 2024
In 2024, several African economies experienced some of the highest inflation rates on the continent, with prices for goods and services escalating dramatically. This sharp rise in inflation contributed to an uptick in social unrest, as widespread protests and demonstrations were observed across various nations. Positive Inflation Outlook for 2025 However, inflation projections for 2025 […]
Kenya Poised to Lead Global Internet Advertising Growth, PWC Report Finds
A report released on January 28, 2025, by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) forecasts that Kenya will become the world’s fastest-growing internet advertising market in the coming years. The report projects that, over the next four years, revenue from Africa’s Entertainment and Media (E&M) industry will outpace the global average, driven by expanding internet access, improved broadband connectivity […]
What to Expect from Africa-China Relations in 2025
Africa-China relations in 2025 kicked off with a trip to the continent by China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi from January 5-11. Since 1991, China’s foreign minister has made Africa his inaugural international trip for the year. Notable given China’s dominant party system, Wang’s official title and authority is Director of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) […]