Women power A network to promote and support women operating in Africa’s energy sector has been launched. The African Women Business Energy Network (AWBEN), an initiative by Johannesburg-based energy advocacy group the… Read more
Now we’re cooking Kenya is investing US$200 million in bottling and storage facilities for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The government’s investment is in line with its goal of achieving universal access to clean… Read more
Safety first An underground diamond mine in Limpopo, South Africa, is starting to pilot automated processes ahead of the mine’s commissioning in 2023. De Beers’ US$2 billion Venetia Underground Mine (VUM), which… Read more
Bond bonanza Kenyans are now able to buy government securities over a digital platform. Instead of having to go in person to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to register to buy… Read more
Animal planet A scheme to improve livestock health and productivity in Africa has received a US$15.3 million boost. The grant, from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, will help animal healthcare company… Read more
