Power on Construction has begun on a 1 GW solar-power project near Kinshasa in the DRC. In a move to significantly improve access to power for the capital city’s 14 million-strong population,… Read more
Creative solutions Zambia has launched a ZMK30 million youth empowerment fund that aims to help artists mitigate the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Presidential Arts Development and Empowerment Scheme’s main programme… Read more
Under the microscope The third phase of a drug trial to test its efficacy in treating high-risk COVID-19 patients is under way at a Cape Town hospital. Researchers at Groote Schuur Hospital are… Read more
Positive indicators Seven African nations have committed to taking part in a continent-wide COVID-19 antibodies case study. The study, set to start this week, is one of latest initiatives from the Africa… Read more
Building foundations The second phase of the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project has been given US$150 million in credit support. The project is aimed at improving tenure security and access to basic… Read more
