Traditional justice is in high demand, but an unaccountable system could perpetuate discrimination and undermine human rights. Traditional justice mechanisms are among Ethiopia’s most enduring alternative dispute resolution avenues. They are rooted in indigenous systems that predate the formal judiciary and provide accessible, affordable and culturally legitimate justice for millions. In recent years, formal recognition…
In a world striving for sustainability, Michelle Lingam’s aspirations for her solar installation business highlight a troubling paradox: despite the critical role of women entrepreneurs in combating climate change, they continue to be largely excluded from formal financing. When Lingam sought a loan to expand her business, she anticipated rigorous scrutiny. What she did not…
The Business Council for Africa (BCA) has appointed Dr Alim Abubakre to its Board, marking a strategic step toward deepening UK-Africa business collaboration and strengthening governance across the continent. Dr Abubakre — a respected leadership strategist, Senior Lecturer in International Business at Sheffield Business School, and Founder of TEXEM UK — joins the Board in…
As the world marks World Prematurity Day, global health agencies are calling attention to the increasing challenges faced by babies born too soon and the families who care for them. The 2025 theme, “Give preterm babies a strong start for a hopeful future,” aligns with the World Health Organisation’s, WHO, Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures campaign,…
The total transaction value increased from $775.7 billion in 2020 to $1,980.6 billion in 2024. Over $1.9 trillion worth of instant payment transactions took place in Africa in 2024, according to the State of Inclusive Instant Payment Systems (SIIPS) Report released on Thursday. The annual report, produced by the AfricaNenda Foundation in partnership with the…
Children in many countries are growing up surrounded by violence. It may happen at home, in their neighbourhoods, or both. Some children are directly harmed, while others witness violence between caregivers or in their communities. Either way, the impact can be profound. Evidence shows that the relationship between violence exposure and poor mental health can…
In Belém, Brazil, as the world turns its eyes to the Amazon where COP30 has been underway for the past week, one question looms large: can climate finance move from pledge to lifeline? At every negotiation table and in every diplomatic statement lies a stark truth shared by nations on the front lines of the…
The 2025 G20 Summit, scheduled for 22–23 November 2025 in Johannesburg, marks the first time the gathering is held on African soil. Under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability,” South Africa aims to shift the centre of gravity of global economic governance toward the priorities of the Global South. Yet the historic moment arrives overshadowed by…
South Africa on Friday secured its first credit rating upgrade in nearly 20 years after S&P Global raised the country’s foreign-currency long-term sovereign rating to “BB” from “BB-“, citing stronger growth prospects, an improving fiscal outlook and reduced contingent liabilities following better performance at state power utility Eskom. National treasury has worked to arrest rising…
US calls on UN Security Council to back its draft resolution aimed at bolstering Trump's Gaza peace plan.
