Author: Chioma Alaedu Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are increasingly important in changing global industries, and Africa is no exception. While still developing, Africa’s challenges and opportunities make it a fertile ground for AI and ML innovations that can address critical issues in agriculture, healthcare, finance, and more. The application of these technologies […]
The Abebuu Adekai/ Fantasy Coffin: Ghana’s Unique Funeral Tradition
Author: Anthonia Andrew While browsing social media lately, I came across a moving video of a woman dressing a deceased person in the outfit of a hairdresser. This heartfelt ceremony is part of a rich tradition in Ghana, where the deceased are celebrated based on their careers or interests during their lifetime. Curious about this […]
A Recipe for resilience: Climate, trade and food security in Nigeria.
Written By: Nathan Bako It is ironic that Nigeria continually battles the challenge of ensuring food security for its fast-growing population, despite being the largest importer of food in Africa and ranked among the top producers of numerous agricultural products globally. The Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) describes food security […]
Youth Employment: A Step to Africa’s Economic Growth
Author: Chioma Alaedu Africa has the youngest population in the world, with over 60% of its population under 25. However, the continent faces a major challenge: unemployment. Some African countries have an unemployment rate of about 40%. From this statistic, addressing this issue is of utmost importance as it can help the continent’s economic growth. […]
The Rise of Tech Startups in Africa
Author: Chioma Alaedu Africa’s tech space is experiencing matchless growth, driven by an expanding youthful population and Government’s policy. Tech startups are springing up across the continent. These startups are reshaping sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, health, education, and agriculture. The tech startup space is becoming one of the most dynamic sectors on the continent. […]
The Rise of African Entrepreneurs
Author: Emmanuel Atogwe With a new generation of entrepreneurs and business executives propelling economic expansion throughout the continent, Africa is quickly emerging as a center for entrepreneurial activity. Even in the face of formidable obstacles, including limited financial resources, inadequate infrastructure, and stringent regulations, African businesspeople are generating opportunities and transforming their communities. This piece […]
African Cuisine: A Journey Through the Continent’s Diverse Food Cultures
Author: Taofeeqat Adigun Imagine the warmth of freshly baked bread, the scent of cooking stews, and taking your first chew of an evenly spiced Suya skewer. African cuisine is more than just food on a plate; it’s the history and identity of many different generations of cooks who have handed down their recipes over the […]
The Role of Storytelling and Oral Traditions in Preserving African Culture
Author: Chioma Alaedu Storytelling and oral traditions have been the lifeline of African culture for centuries, serving as a medium for passing down knowledge, values, history, and beliefs from one generation to the next. In a continent as diverse as Africa, with its multitude of languages, ethnic groups, and cultural practices, these traditions have played […]
Rethinking Green Economy as A Path Towards Economic and Sustainable Development in Africa
Author: Lateef Madoti The challenges and impacts of climate change in our time cannot be over emphasized. It is a challenge that affects every country in all the continents and Africa is not an exception. Population growth, increase in production and consumption of goods across the globe led to the depletion of natural resources and […]
Beyond textbooks, beyond technology: The forgotten key to climate adaptation lies within.
Author: Alamin Lawal Textbooks provide us with scientific knowledge, and technology drives forward innovation. Yet, in our pursuit of solutions, we often neglect a vital component: indigenous wisdom. For countless generations, communities living in harmony with their environments have embedded resilience into their daily lives, adapting to an ever-changing world through time-honored traditions. Can these […]