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Tries to balance his country’s economic interests against those of foreign mining companies: Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye, pictured here in Addis Ababa in February when Burundi officially assumed the chairmanship of the African Union.

Mining economy

Burundi’s struggle for mining justice

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by Mireille Kanyange
A mining site near Rubaya in eastern DRC.

Conflict and resources

Minerals for peace – or war over minerals in the DR Congo?

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by Ezra Moïse Amisi
by Bossissi Nkuba
The port of Lobito in Angola, which gave its name to the Lobito Corridor.

Africa

Economic infrastructure alone is not enough for growth

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by Georg Schäfer
Nigerian youth in Lagos during prayers.

Poverty reduction

When poverty is your family legacy

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by Audu Meera
For many people with disabilities, inclusion almost only exists on paper.

Disability rights

Better inclusion for people with disabilities in Nigeria

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by Sarafadeen Olalekan Oyeleke
For many Zambians, the Zambezi is a lifeline.

Sustainable fish farming

Aquaculture is the new catch for Zambia’s fishers

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by Derrick Silimina
Should Africa Invest more in exportable applications or data centers?

Digital economy

How will Africa make use of AI?

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by Roger B. Jantio

Gender equality

How a transgender tobacco farmer in Zimbabwe is fighting for dignity

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by Lungelo Ndhlovu
Using AI effectively and responsibly is a challenge for media professionals worldwide.

Media

How Indonesia’s media landscape is dealing with AI

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by Anastasya Andriarti
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