Economy 12 June 2024

South Africa: the ANC short of a parliamentary majority

Millions of South Africans went to the polls at the end of the month. It was a big turnout and this general election in one of Africa’s largest economies was labelled historic for what was at stake: the possibility that the ANC, Nelson Mandela's Party, would lose the majority and be forced into a coalition government. To talk about the election results and their consequences, Professor Sam Koma, Director of school of Economics and Management, Limpopo University joined us from South Africa.

Culture 7 June 2024

Nukreche Pouna, fashion designer and creator

Originally from Congo-Brazzaville, Nukreche Pouna has conquered the world of fashion with her bold creations and refined sense. As a stylist and creator of the brand KRESHESSE, she has made a name for herself on the international stage and stands out for her exceptional use of raffia.

Society 6 June 2024

30 years of commemoration of the genocide in Rwanda

Heading to Rwanda, where the widows of the genocide are coming together within the association AVEGA. In this year marking the 30th anniversary of the genocide, these women are joining forces to support the victims by helping them overcome their trauma and providing them with comfort, while also seeking ways to meet their needs. They hope to contribute to the reconstruction of their country in this way.

Economy 31 May 2024

Developing the rice sector in Cameroon

The impact of climate change on agricultural production is becoming increasingly apparent, affecting almost all commodities. Rice is no exception, facing export restrictions from India and drought fears linked to El Niño in East Asia, leading to record-high prices. Despite this inflation, countries like Cameroon are still compelled to import rice to satisfy growing demand. Recently, local producers have started to develop a domestic industry.

Economy 28 May 2024

Coumba Dieng Sow, Senegalese agro-economist, FAO Representative in Rwanda

To explore the connections between food shortages and socio-political unrest, as well as strategies for increasing production, our journalist Alexandra Vépierre interviewed Coumba Dieng Sow, a Senegalese agro-economist and the FAO Representative and Country Director in Rwanda, in Kigali. *FAO : Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations

Diaspora 24 May 2024

John Diemé, a talented young Franco-Senegalese entrepreneur

He has a fascinating and socially committed entrepreneurial story. Originally from the Franco-Senegalese diaspora, this forward-thinking entrepreneur is not afraid to take risks. He has imported a trend straight from the United States to France, adapting it to his dual Franco-Senegalese culture.

Tech 22 May 2024

Gajo Livestock: a digital revolution for farming in Africa

Let's embark on a journey at the heart of livestock farming in Africa, guided by the inspiration and determination of NGASSA FOTSO. His innovative vision has come to life in Gajo Livestock, a revolutionary application that is transforming the livestock industry in Cameroon and beyond. In this adventure where technology meets tradition, he is also opening up new avenues for livestock farmers and pushing them towards a promising future for African agriculture.

Economy 17 May 2024

DRC: fighting customs fraud

Since 2019, several ECOWAS countries have adopted an interconnected system, SIGMAT, aiming to facilitate goods transportation while combating fraud. Last year, Ghana, Senegal, Guinea, and Mali joined, following Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, and Togo. The main challenge now is to raise awareness in other African regions. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), authorities are actively fighting fraud. Daniel Michombero, our correspondent, visited North Kivu, a key contributor to the state budget, to interview economic stakeholders.

Economy 15 May 2024

Abderrahmane Berthé talks about the African airline industry

Abderrahmane Berthé, Secretary General of AFRAA (the Association of African Airlines), provided insights into the state of the African airline sector. He emphasized the ambitious goal of establishing a unified African air transport market (SAATM) and highlighted the significant challenges facing the industry. What advantages will this unified market offer to airlines and, crucially, to their passengers?