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 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 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 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
High energy A high-voltage power interconnection line will soon connect Egypt and Sudan, enabling the exchange of electricity. Spanning 169 km, the transmission line is expected to boost the economic relationship between the… Read more
