Nigeria leads in unicorn valuation despite low innovation ranking

Nigeria has emerged as the world leader in unicorn valuation, even as it placed 105th out of nearly 140 economies in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, published by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). WIPO, a United Nations...

Nigeria Ranks First in Unicorn Valuation, 105th In Global Innovation Index

Nigeria has ranked 105th in the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading in the number of economies over-performing. WIPO is the United Nations agency that serves the...

Which PEPFAR Investments Drive HIV Outcomes? Informing PEPFAR Transition and Scale-Down

Overview As PEPFAR faces increased pressure to transition and scale down, understanding which of its investments most effectively drive HIV outcomes can help inform future directions. This analysis examines PEPFAR spending and HIV viral...

What Do Companies Need in a Future-Ready ERP?

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Continental transformer

LI MIN/CHINA DAILY As the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations approaches, it is fitting to reflect on one of the most transformative partnerships in modern development history: the cooperation between China and Africa. This...

Nigeria Ranked 105th in Global Innovation Index, First in Unicorn Valuation

Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja Nigeria has been ranked 105th in the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading in the number of economies over-performing. WIPO is the United...

Africa: Understanding hidden lifeline of groundwater recharge

Groundwater recharge, the process by which rainfall infiltrates the ground and replenishes underground aquifers, is fundamental to water security. Across Africa, it is the backbone of drinking-water provision and is increasingly being sourced and...

Distinguished public health leader joins YSPH

Dr. Ashwin Vasan, ScM, MD, PhD, a practicing physician and distinguished public health leader and innovator, has joined the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) as a Senior Fellow in the Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM). Dr. Vasan...

Gaborone United ‘break all records’ to put Botswana on world football map

First there was Letsile Tebogo, who put Botswana on the sporting map when he won gold in the 200m at the Paris Olympics. Now, there is Gaborone United Ladies, who became the country’s first football team to win a regional trophy and will make...

Simphiwe Majola to bring the heat at Africa International Hair & Beauty Fair

Fashionista and PR guru, Simphiwe Majola, is set to turn heads at the inaugural Africa International Hair & Beauty Fair (AIHBF) 2025, which takes place from October 11 to 13 at the Sandton Convention Centre. Majola, known for his bold fashion...

China's rise upholds its aspiration of peace

This photo taken on Aug 30, 2025 shows an exterior view of the main venue of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 in Tianjin, North China. [Photo/Xinhua] In the mid-20th century, China was one of the world's poorest countries. At the...

Remembering Rok Ajulu: the life and achievements of a distinguished African scholar

Rok Ajulu was a fearless African intellectual and activist who reshaped political thought. Born in Kenya, he defied oppressive regimes with his sharp mind and activism. Rok Ajulu's legacy bridges East and Southern Africa through transformative...

Antiguan Farmers Return from Agricultural Training in China with Renewed Commitment to Food Security

A group of five farmers and associates from Antigua and Barbuda has extended gratitude to the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, Anhui University of Agriculture, and the People’s Republic of China following what they described as a “meaningful”...

RemitHope seeks to raise US$100 000 for 10 grassroots organisations in Africa

RemitHope, a pioneering fintech social enterprise – founded by global philanthropist and social entrepreneur Tsitsi Masiyiwa – has launched a bold campaign to raise US$100 000 in just 60 days for, 10 grassroots organisations serving some of...

Poor lecturers add to woes about entrepreneurship, SDGs

AFRICA How can entrepreneurship education contribute towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Southern Africa and elsewhere in Africa? What are the challenges, and which strategies can be used to develop...

Meet the banker who gives away half of his income

One of the City’s best-known bankers, John Studzinski CBE, is a shining example of philanthropy, having long donated about half his vast earnings (rumoured to be £13 million a year at their peak) to charity. He’s established and regularly...

Commonwealth shared scholarships now accepting applications for Master's programs in UK

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the United Kingdom has launched its application process for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships programme, providing financial support for Master's degree candidates from developing Commonwealth...

Psilocybe ingeli Mushroom Guide

Psilocybe ingeli has only just stepped onto the scene. First spotted in South Africa in 2023, this mushroom is already turning heads for its potency, fast growth, and unusually smooth ride. It’s still early days for this species, but here’s what...

Synthetic stones undercut southern Africa’s diamond economies

JOHANNESBURG, Sept 15 — Botswana and southern African peers that built much of their prosperity on diamonds are scrambling for alternatives as cheaper, lab-grown stones threaten their economies. Diamond-dependent Botswana is leading the way and...

Appraising embargo on establishment of new federal tertiary institutions

Opinion By Obike Ukoh THE recent seven-year embargo on the establishment of new federal tertiary institutions was welcomed by majority of stakeholders, that described it as positive development. They noted that the ban would check proliferation of...