Author: James Wambua

The Nigerian government aims to eliminate routine flaring in the future. Fluenta, a pioneer in ultrasound sensing technology, has installed 18 ultrasonic flare gas meters at Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery. Accurate flare gas measurement is essential for regulatory compliance and emissions monitoring. The Nigerian government is taking proactive steps to control and regulate the flaring of gas, with the ultimate goal of eliminating routine flaring in the coming years. Central to this ambitious effort is the need for precise and reliable measurement. Fluenta, a global leader in ultrasonic sensing technology for flare gas measurement, has successfully completed a…

The Vodafone Foundation has set aside $6 million to extend the successful m-mama maternal health initiative to Malawi over the next five years. This expansion aims to enhance maternal and newborn healthcare access in Malawi and the region. Malawi has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Estimates show that the country currently records 5.7 maternal deaths per 1,000 live births.

The recent formalization of an agreement to advance what is being hailed as South Africa’s most substantial liquefied natural gas (LNG) endeavor in the Mpumalanga province underscores the potential of natural gas as a viable energy source for the nation. This accord, described as a “non-binding term sheet,” represents a collaboration between South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and Afro Energy. The latter is a subsidiary of the Australian gas exploration company Kinetiko Energy.

“Unstoppable Africa” is a two-day event organized by the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI). The event aims to position Africa as a hub for business, trade, and investment. Participants include Presidents, CEOs, investors, policymakers, industry experts, and UN leaders. Leaders from global business, investment, government, sports, and the arts gathered in New York on Thursday, 21st September to mark the commencement of “Unstoppable Africa”. This event, organised by the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI), aspires to amplify Africa’s significance in the worldwide economy. It seeks to position the continent as the ultimate hub for business, trade, and investment. Unstoppable Africa…

ECOWAS, AfDB Group hold consultations on West Africa Regional Integration Strategy Paper (RISP) 2020-2025. Consultations focused on current issues around West African integration, including challenges, opportunities, and prospects. Other pertinent issues such as economic affairs, human development, infrastructure, and politics were also discussed. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Development Bank Group have successfully concluded discussions regarding the mid-term evaluation of the West Africa Regional Integration Strategy Paper (RISP) for 2020-2025. This strategic plan, approved by the Bank Group in May 2020, was designed to bolster regional integration efforts in West Africa. With an initial…

2Africa consortium has laid the world’s largest submarine cable project off the coast of Muanda in the DRC. The cable will connect 33 countries and enhance internet connectivity globally, offering economic potential across Africa, Asia, and Europe Facebook parent firm Meta is a key stakeholder and partner in the project that is advancing digital inclusion and development in the region. A huge milestone in the world of telecoms was marked on September 21st. This is the day when the 2Africa consortium, consisting of major telecom operators such as China Mobile International, Bayobab (formerly MTN Global Connect), Orange, center3 (formerly stc),…

Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has shown strong performance in Nigeria and Rwanda during the second quarter of 2023. In Nigeria, Starlink outperformed traditional fixed broadband providers, delivering a median download speed of 63.69Mbps. Starlink’s internet speeds were substantially faster than the combined median speed of all fixed broadband providers in Nigeria at 15.60Mbps. Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has shown strong results in Nigeria and Rwanda during the second quarter of 2023, in the fast-changing landscape of internet connectivity in Africa. According to Speedtest Intelligence data, Starlink has outperformed traditional fixed broadband providers in terms of download speeds in…

The African Development Fund has approved a grant of $19.98M to fund Mozambique’s Economic Acceleration and Governance Support Programme. This grant is the first of two budget support operations for FY2023/24, each valued at $20M. The program focuses on two key areas: improving the private sector environment for economic recovery and green growth and enhancing the efficiency, accountability, and transparency of public expenditure. The African continent, with its diverse cultures, landscapes, and economic potential, has been on a journey of transformation and development. Mozambique, a nation nestled on the southeastern coast of Africa, is no exception. Recent developments have shed…

World leaders meet at UNGA to address climate crisis and rescue Sustainable Development Goals. IFAD President emphasizes climate adaptation, food security, and resilience investment. G20 leaders support IFAD’s fight against food insecurity, and IFAD seeks funding to transform rural lives and combat poverty and hunger. World leaders gather in New York for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), to rebuild trust, reignite solidarity among nations and rescue the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This includes rescuing Sustainable Development Goals for Zero Hunger and No Poverty. Alvaro Lario, President of the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), warns of…

World leaders gathered at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) are confronting the stark reality that progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 is lagging and, in some cases, regressing. The United Nations adopted the SDGs, including eradicating extreme poverty, ensuring quality education for all children, achieving gender equality, and addressing climate change, in 2015 with great ambition. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for “bold and transformative action” to fulfill these commitments and close the growing global inequality gap. While leaders have committed to accelerating action, specific plans remain limited.