South Africa leads the continent by a wide margin, with a proposed capacity of 11 GWh. Its battery storage pipeline includes four operational systems, seven under construction, and 19 more in development. Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 countries leading Africa’s battery storage pipeline. The list is courtesy of Visual Capitalist. South Africa leads…
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After more than a decade-long absence, Chinese automaker Geely is set to re-enter the South African market, marking a significant comeback in a sector long dominated by established global brands. Geely will re-enter the South African automotive market in October 2025 after a decade-long absence. The automaker plans to establish 40 dealerships nationwide, focusing on…
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Not only does a strong national currency for African countries represent economic resilience, but it also acts as a buffer against outside shocks and promotes prosperity. A strong national currency impacts African economies by boosting economic resilience and reducing reliance on external factors. Stable currencies help lower the cost of imports, alleviating inflation and enhancing…
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Eswatini recently disclosed that it had repatriated a Jamaican native who had been sent to the Southern African country from the United States under the Donald Trump third-country immigration policy. Eswatini repatriated Jamaican native Orville Isaac Etoria, initially deported by the US under a third-country immigration policy. Etoria, 62, returned to Jamaica and was warmly…
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Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi said former U.S. President Donald Trump would be deserving of a Nobel Peace Prize if he succeeds in ending more than 30 years of conflict between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi expressed optimism that a U.S.-brokered peace agreement could bring an end to 30 years…
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has firmly rejected proposals to “auction” its mineral resources to the United States, reaffirming its control over one of the world’s most valuable mining sectors. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) rejected proposals to auction its mineral resources to the US, signaling its strategic autonomy. The DRC signed a…
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