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  Lamu Power Project Could Open New Chapter for African Energy Integration, Kenyan Expert Says 17.09.2026 47นาที

  Africa’s energy challenge is increasingly becoming a question not only of generating more electricity, but of how the continent can connect its natural resources, infrastructure, capital and markets to support industrialization. In East Africa, Kenya and Tanzania could be at the center of such a model, with Tanzania’s natural gas resources potentially supplying energy for industrial development in Kenya. The proposed expansion of the gas-fired power component of the planned Dangote refinery project in Lamu from 500 megawatts to as much as 1,000 megawatts has raised the possibility of creating a wider regional energy and industrial corridor.
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  Zed Beats: How Home Studios Transformed Zambian Music & Gave Young People a Voice 16.09.2026 37นาที

  Zed Beats emerged from a period of economic hardship and a collapsing music industry, but Zambia’s young musicians turned limited resources into a new creative force. By moving music production into homes and embracing local languages, the movement helped reshape the country’s sound while giving young people greater space to express their identity.
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  AI Could Help Africa Build Medicines Tailored to Its People, Scientist Says 11.09.2026 54นาที

  Artificial intelligence is opening new possibilities in medicine, from speeding up drug discovery to helping scientists develop treatments that better reflect the genetic diversity and health needs of African populations.
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  Swimming Against the Odds: A Ugandan Story of Disability and Resilience 11.09.2026 22นาที

  For young Africans living with disabilities, sport can be more than competition. It can become a pathway to confidence, visibility and belonging, even as athletes confront barriers in schools, communities and sporting spaces.
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  'Colonialism Has Only Changed Pattern': Africa's Fight for Health Sovereignty 10.09.2026 44นาที

  Namibia has pushed back against proposed US health arrangements on sharing health data and biological specimens, raising concerns about privacy, national law, and sovereignty. As other African countries follow suit, can the continent join global science while protecting its people and interests?
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  Sovereignty Through Partnership: What Namibia-Russia Partnership Means for Africa's Future 03.09.2026 40นาที

  As the Russia-Africa Summit approaches, a new twinning agreement between Namibia's Kharas Region and Novosibirsk Oblast is opening doors for cooperation in education, technology, and investment. With vast mineral wealth and a young population, this partnership offers a path to building skills, creating jobs, and turning resources into sovereignty.
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  Data is African - Profits Are Not: Challenging Digital Colonialism 01.09.2026 36นาที

  Every search, transaction, and online interaction generates data—a resource more valuable than oil in the modern economy. For Africa, the question is no longer about connectivity alone, but about who controls the infrastructure, who sets the rules, and who captures the value created by millions of African users.
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  Energy Sovereignty Starts With Skills: College That Could Reshape Africa's Future 31.08.2026 37นาที

  As Nigeria commissions Africa's first Barefoot Renewable Energy College, the real question is not about technology but about people. This investment in skills offers a hopeful path forward: training a workforce to install, operate, and build businesses that turn Africa's renewable potential into lasting prosperity for millions.
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  'Challenge the Status Quo': Africa's Future Depends on Trusting Its Own Solutions 27.08.2026 39นาที

  Africa already holds the keys to its own transformation—from land and labor to digital connectivity and rich cultural diversity. The real opportunity lies in challenging old models and converting these underutilized assets into mission-driven institutions that turn knowledge into lasting prosperity.
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  'Be Conscious of Your Identity': Why Hausa is More Than Language 26.08.2026 50นาที

  As the world marks World Hausa Day on 26 August, we celebrate a language that has never been confined to borders, traveling through trade, migration, and culture to connect millions across Africa. The question today is not just about preservation but about equipping Hausa to shape the future of education, innovation, and digital knowledge.
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  Cultural Banks: Can Africa Turn Heritage Into Living Resource? 18.08.2026 47นาที

  Africa is rethinking how it preserves and uses its cultural heritage, moving beyond the idea of heritage as something that belongs only in museums. New approaches are seeking to reconnect cultural treasures with the communities that created them while turning heritage into a source of identity, innovation, and sustainable development.
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  'Software of Survival': Why Africa Must Protect Indigenous Knowledge 09.08.2026 44นาที

  As Africa searches for lasting solutions to food insecurity and climate change, experts argue that one of the continent’s valuable resources is being overlooked. Indigenous knowledge, they say, could strengthen food systems, protect biodiversity, and help communities adapt to environmental shocks if preserved alongside scientific innovation.
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  Homegrown Innovation Holds Key to Africa’s Food Future - Zimbabwean Developer 07.08.2026 43นาที

  Climate change is placing growing pressure on Africa’s food systems, forcing farmers to contend with erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and rising production costs. As these challenges intensify, attention is increasingly turning to locally developed climate-smart technologies that could strengthen food security across the continent.
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  Russian Wines Make Nigerian Debut as Africa’s Market Diversifies 06.08.2026 46นาที

  Russia has made its first commercial wine shipment to Nigeria, opening a new trade route between the two countries as one of Africa’s largest economies expands its range of imported wines. The move reflects growing commercial ties between Russia and Africa while offering consumers a wider selection in an increasingly diverse wine market.
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  Who Owns Africa’s Digital Future? Nigeria’s Big Tech Probe Sparks Content Colonialism Debate 05.08.2026 41นาที

  Nigeria’s decision to investigate several global technology companies over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the unauthorized use of digital content has renewed debate over who owns, controls, and profits from Africa’s growing digital economy as artificial intelligence transforms the production and distribution of online content.
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  China’s Yuan Gains Momentum Across Africa as De-dollarization Reshapes Global Finance 04.08.2026 49นาที

  As more African countries deepen trade and financial ties with China, the Chinese renminbi [yuan] is emerging as a more prominent currency across the continent. While the shift is gathering pace, experts say its real value lies in giving African economies greater financial flexibility rather than replacing one dominant currency with another.
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  Africa’s First Deep Underground Science Lab Could Transform Research Across Continent, Academic Says 31.07.2026 35นาที

  Africa is expanding its scientific infrastructure with projects designed to strengthen research, innovation, and technological development. As the continent invests in world-class facilities, scientists believe these initiatives could help build local expertise and position Africa as a stronger contributor to global scientific advancement.
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  Africa Must Build Maritime Strength From Within, South African Researcher Says 21.07.2026 56นาที

  As Africa seeks to strengthen maritime security in an increasingly multipolar world, experts argue the continent must move beyond dependence on foreign partners and develop long-term strategic capabilities. They say maritime sovereignty is not only about protecting coastlines but also securing Africa’s economic future, trade and strategic autonomy.
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  Dangote’s Refining Expansion Offers a Blueprint for Industrialising Africa, Energy Expert Says 20.07.2026 1ชม.

  Africa’s growing refining capacity could mark a turning point in the continent’s development, as governments and businesses seek to process natural resources locally rather than export them in raw form. Analysts say the shift could strengthen energy security, create jobs, and position Africa as a more competitive player in global markets.
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  West Africa’s Cinema Is Finally Telling Its Own Story and Audiences Are Listening - Industry Expert 18.07.2026 30นาที

  West Africa’s film industry is entering a new era as locally produced movies draw record audiences and outperform foreign releases at the regional box office. Industry leaders say the milestone reflects growing confidence in African storytelling, stronger regional collaboration, and a creative economy on the rise.