• Free zone

    Free zone

    Nairobi has announced plans to launch weekly car-free days in part of its CBD in a bid to ease traffic congestion. A six-block radius will be closed to private vehicles… Read more

    Treasure trove

    Treasure trove

    In Botswana, Lucara Diamond’s Karowe mine has uncovered a 240 ct stone. The top white gem diamond is set to feature alongside another recently discovered 127 ct stone from the… Read more

    Safety zone

    Safety zone

    A unique Tanzanian forest is getting a second lease on life after being declared a nature reserve. Described by Africa Geographic as one of the continent’s most biodiverse forests, Magombera’s… Read more

    Mechanics of farming

    Mechanics of farming

    Nigeria’s agricultural sector is set to receive a boost thanks to a US$1.1 billion loan from the Brazilian government. This is in a move to diversify the West African country’s economy… Read more

    Great expectations

    Great expectations

    Egypt has announced plans to upgrade six of its major oil refineries over the next four years, at a cost of around US$9 billion. This is in a bid to… Read more