Forbes Africa 30 under 30 was launched in 2014 and has since become a platform for young Africans to showcase their exceptional skills, talents, and accomplishments. The list is compiled by a panel of judges who assess candidates based on their achievements, innovation, and potential to impact the African continent positively. The list includes individuals […]

Crypto-currencies seeks regulation Africa is home to the second most crypto-currency holders in the world. According to Chainalysis’ 2022 Global Crypto Adoption Index, three African countries are among the top 20 countries using crypto-currencies and related services: Nigeria, Morocco and Kenya.  While digital currencies promise to improve financial inclusion, the implementation of a regulatory framework […]

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA —  After three years of closed borders under its strict “zero-COVID” policy, China reopened its doors to allow international travelers in — and Chinese with cabin fever out — a move with economic implications around the world, including in Africa. On the continent, which counts China as its largest trade partner, African […]

Our interview with the President of Senegal, Macky Sall, ran into a few unexpected delays. First, he had a cold; then he held an impromptu reception for the national under-20 football team that had just returned from Egypt, having just been crowned champions of Africa. In the space of 13 short months, Senegal’s soccer players […]

With a mushrooming diaspora community, remittances have become the largest source of external financing in many African countries. Research has found that these inflows are critical for households in the face of disasters and crises like the ongoing financial crunch.  Almaz Negash is the Founder and  Executive Director of, African Diaspora Network, she joins us […]