Insights, Opinion & Interviews

Coca-Cola Africa takes aim at plastic pandemic

As the world becomes ever more conscious of the need to end plastic pollution, Coca-Cola Africa Operating Unit (AOU) is addressing its packaging waste management.
Patricia Obozuwa in conversation
‘There’s a massive knock-on from the Ukraine crisis in Africa,’ says Chatham House’s Alex Vines

From food price inflation to greater interest in African gas, the Russia-Ukraine war will have big implications for Africa, as the director of Chatham House’s Africa Programme tells us.
Alex Vines in conversation
Why the UN’s New Urban Agenda is needed now

The UN's New Urban Agenda holds the key for unlocking climate resilient cities in Africa and around the world, says the Director of UN-Habitat’s regional office for Africa.
Opinion by Oumar Sylla
Wasoko plots expansion after $125m funding round

Newly rebranded e-commerce firm Wasoko is expanding out of its East African base and planning new product offerings. Its CEO tells us how it intends to develop these opportunities.
Daniel Yu in conversation
Governance and transparency increasingly important for North African companies, says Kroll MD

The social and economic impact of the pandemic, food and water security and governance and transparency are crucial issues for North Africa, says Kroll's Amine Antari.
Amine Antari in conversation
Tidjane Thiam: ‘Africa is engaged in a battle for innovation’

Few African executives can unroll a CV as glittering as former Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam. As he approaches his 60th birthday, what's next in his storied career?
Tidjane Thiam in conversation
Wamkele Mene: AfCFTA must set agenda on intellectual property and subsidies

The removal of tariff and non-tariff barriers is as essential for the growth of African trade as creating better infrastructure and connectivity, says the AfCFTA's Secretary-General.
Wamkele Mene in conversation
Rwanda recovering strongly from pandemic, says Bank of Kigali CEO

The CEO of Bank of Kigali, Rwanda's largest commercial bank by assets, tells us about the country's growth outlook and its plans to become an international finance hub.
Diane Karusisi in conversation
Five key ingredients for economic recovery in Africa

If Africa is to effectively recover from the pandemic-induced economic downturn, it must use these essential five ingredients to cook up a positive solution.
Opinion by Malado Kaba
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Unlocking SME potential through the power of emerging technology

Ngozi Megwa, Senior Vice President, Digital Partners & Enablers, EEMEA, Mastercard, tells us how the company is helping to empower small businesses in Africa.