ChatGPT, the AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, faces bans and restrictions in several African countries, sparking debates about access, regulation, and the continent’s readiness for advanced AI. A July 2025 report highlights that 9 out of the over 20 nations restricting ChatGPT are in Africa, primarily due to issues like limited internet infrastructure and political…
Nigeria’s minimum wage has long been a topic of contention, caught between political promises, economic realities, and the everyday hardships faced by workers. Nigeria’s minimum wage increased by 133% to ₦70,000 in July 2024 following negotiations. Economic challenges have reduced the real value of the wage from ₦30,000 to ₦55,379 by mid-2025. Inflation impacts remain…
South Africa’s economy likely grew for a third consecutive quarter, driven by rebounds in manufacturing and mining, though new U.S. tariffs threaten to derail momentum. Africa’s largest economy, South Africa, likely saw 0.4% growth in Q2, driven by manufacturing and mining rebounds. Recent U.S.-imposed tariffs present challenges, potentially affecting the automotive and agricultural industries. Unemployment…
South Africa’s military and diplomatic landscape faces scrutiny after General Rudzani Maphwanya, the country’s army chief, reportedly undertook an unapproved visit to Iran, pledging military and political support during his trip. South Africa’s army chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, made an unapproved visit to Iran, pledging military and political support. The South African government disapproved of…
South Africa, long regarded as the continent’s most advanced economy, is moving decisively to counter the fallout from Washington’s latest tariff measures by turning to Beijing for new trade opportunities. South Africa is seeking new trade opportunities in China following recent US tariffs. A preliminary trade agreement with China focuses on the export of five…
Mali’s junta-led government has arrested two generals and a French national, accusing them of participating in an alleged plot to destabilise the country. Mali’s government, under a military junta, arrested two generals and a French national, accusing them of a plot to destabilise the country. The detained include General Abass Dembele, with authorities claiming the…
Zambian businesses have consistently encountered three major development barriers over the last decade and a half: restricted access to capital, unstable energy supplies, and competition from informal firms. Access to credit is the primary challenge for Zambian businesses, reported by 28.5% in 2019, indicating a significant increase over 12 years. Electricity supply issues remain a…
The African Union (AU) has thrown its support behind a campaign to replace the 16th-century Mercator world map with one that more accurately reflects Africa’s true size. The African Union supports replacing the Mercator map with a more accurate representation of Africa’s size. The Mercator map distorts land sizes, enlarging areas near the poles while…
A South African court has blocked an offshore oil exploration project backed by France’s TotalEnergies and the UK’s Shell, citing major flaws in the environmental review process. A South African court has blocked an oil exploration project by TotalEnergies and Shell due to flaws in the environmental review process. The ruling rescinds the project’s environmental…
