Virtual trade Blockchain technology is proving to be a lifeline for residents of a Kenyan informal settlement during the COVID-19 economic downturn. Called Sarafu and developed in part by Nairobi-based social enterprise… Read more
Energy flow Ghana is poised to become the West African regional hub for cheaper, cleaner power. This comes after it took delivery of a floating regasification unit (FRU), the centrepiece in sub-Saharan… Read more
Water works Thousands of Ethiopians are set to benefit from a dam and a network of canals being built in the northern state of Amhara. Laying the foundation stone for the US$126.9… Read more
Keeping track Digital data technology, as well as barcode scanning, will be employed in South Africa to manage and monitor the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine. ITWeb reports that an electronic vaccination… Read more
Advance warning Farmers in East Africa have a free, new mobile tool at their disposal in their fight against locust swarms, which can devastate crops and livelihoods. According to Biztech Africa, the… Read more
