Africa’s First Solar-Powered Airport Sets Milestone in Renewable Energy

Last month, George Airport in South Africa became the continent’s first solar powered-airport when it launched a clean energy project that in its initial phase, will supply  41% of the airport’s...

Antiquated Beliefs Derail African Women’s Path to Equality

On 17 March 2016, a bill seeking gender parity and prohibition of violence against women was voted down by the Nigerian Senate. Presented by Senator Abiodun Ogunjimi, the bill was designed to protect women...

What’s Really The Future of Your Elderly Parent or Family Member in Urban Africa?

According to a report published by the African development Bank (AfDB) on aging population challenges in Africa, as of 2010, 36 million elderly people aged 65 years and over accounted for 3.6% of Africa’s...

Nigeria’s Currency Crisis: Lessons for Other African Nations

Africa’s largest economies have had a rough start to the year. With rising debts and currency crises, leaders search for “best fit” solutions amidst popular discontent in their countries....