Kinshasa War College graduated 27 senior officers, including 11 international trainees, strengthening FARDC leadership and regional defence cooperation. The Kinshasa War College (EGK) officially closed its sixth training cycle on July 8, 2026, with 27 senior officers receiving higher military education certificates, according to Radio Okapi . Among the graduates were 11 international trainees, reflecting the school’s growing regional reach. Ten officers also earned a Master II in strategic studies, defence and disaster management from the University of Kinshasa. Established through defence cooperation between France and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the EGK prepares FARDC officers for senior strategic and command responsibilities. The French Embassy said its support for the institution is aimed at strengthening Congolese military expertise and helping the DRC protect its sovereignty, defend its territorial integrity and improve national security. Since its creation, the school has trained 154 senior officers, including 110 Congolese. It is also part of the Francophone War Colleges Network and the International Network of Security and Defence Schools. The EGK now aims to become a regional centre of excellence serving countries across Central, East and Southern Africa. PEACE AND SECURITY Kinshasa War College Graduates 27 Senior Officers By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Jul 10, 2026 Jul 10, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The Kinshasa War College (EGK) officially closed its sixth training cycle on July 8, 2026, with 27 senior officers receiving higher military education certificates, according to Radio Okapi . Among the graduates were 11 international trainees, reflecting the school’s growing regional reach. Ten officers also earned a Master II in strategic studies, defence and disaster management from the University of Kinshasa. ADVERTISEMENT Established through defence cooperation between France and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the EGK prepares FARDC officers for senior strategic and command responsibilities. The French Embassy said its support for the institution is aimed at strengthening Congolese military expertise and helping the DRC protect its sovereignty, defend its territorial integrity and improve national security. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Healthcare System Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Policy and Reforms US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . War in Eastern DRC Muyaya: Congo's War Has Nothing to Do With the Constitution . Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 . Since its creation, the school has trained 154 senior officers, including 110 Congolese. It is also part of the Francophone War Colleges Network and the International Network of Security and Defence Schools. The EGK now aims to become a regional centre of excellence serving countries across Central, East and Southern Africa. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Healthcare System Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination Patients face interrupted services as the labour dispute continues in Maniema. . Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba proposes nine reforms for the Francophonie, challenging Rwanda's Louise . Policy and Reforms US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty Will Democrats support Kagame after the 2026 midterms? Blinken's statements, Biden's Rwanda policy . War in Eastern DRC Muyaya: Congo's War Has Nothing to Do With the Constitution In London, the DRC government spokesperson rejects constitutional politics as a cause of the eastern . Tags DR.Congo DR.Congo FARDC Congo FARDC Congo FARDC FARDC

Trump praises peace deal, but Congolese remain skeptical as M23 rebels continue attacks despite Kagame’s signature in Washington. WASHINGTON, D.C. — At the close of the Washington Accords signing ceremony between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, Hariana Veras, a seasoned African correspondent for the White House, Pentagon, and State Department, posed a critical question to President Donald Trump: "Mr. President, we are witnessing a historic moment for Africa. But when will we see the withdrawal of Rwandan troops from the DRC? Because even now, people are still being killed." In her question, Veras highlighted the disconnect between diplomatic signatures and facts on the ground: Rwandan troops and M23 proxies continue to occupy parts of eastern Congo, despite the peace deal. President Trump responded with confidence: “I think you're going to see [results] very quickly. Very quickly.” “This was something that many thought was not doable. But I believe it’s going to be a great miracle.” Calling Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame “great leaders,” Trump expressed full belief that both would deliver on their commitments: “You're going to see very immediate results. I have confidence that's what's going to happen.” While the signing of the Washington Accords marks a diplomatic milestone, the situation on the ground tells a more complicated story. Just 24 hours after the agreement, fighting has continued across multiple fronts in South Kivu and North Kivu. Reports confirm that Rwandan-backed M23 rebels are still present, and Rwanda has allegedly reinforced its positions near Kamanyola and Katogota, directly contradicting the spirit of the peace accord. For many Congolese, particularly in the Kivu provinces, skepticism runs deep. They’ve witnessed Paul Kagame sign peace deals before, in Lusaka (1999), Pretoria (2002), Goma (2009), Nairobi (2013), Luanda (2022), only to violate them within months while denying involvement. The pain of over 10 million deaths, mass displacement, and systematic plundering of Congo’s minerals casts a long shadow over every handshake. Continue Reading Full Article WASHINGTON PEACE ACCORD When will Rwanda's troops leave Congo? By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Dec 5, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: WASHINGTON, D.C. — At the close of the Washington Accords signing ceremony between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, Hariana Veras, a seasoned African correspondent for the White House, Pentagon, and State Department, posed a critical question to President Donald Trump: "Mr. President, we are witnessing a historic moment for Africa. But when will we see the withdrawal of Rwandan troops from the DRC? Because even now, people are still being killed." In her question, Veras highlighted the disconnect between diplomatic signatures and facts on the ground: Rwandan troops and M23 proxies continue to occupy parts of eastern Congo, despite the peace deal. ADVERTISEMENT President Trump responded with confidence: “I think you're going to see [results] very quickly. Very quickly.” “This was something that many thought was not doable. But I believe it’s going to be a great miracle.” ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today War in Eastern DRC Fresh Masisi Fighting Forces More Congolese Families to Flee . War in Eastern DRC US Expects Rwandan Troop Withdrawal by Mid-Next Month, Says Rubio . Washington Peace Accord Trump Administration Blocked Kagame From Re-Entering the US . War in Eastern DRC Kagame Refuses to Withdraw Troops from Congo, Defying U.S. Pressure . War in DR Congo Tshisekedi’s Rubaya Strategy: A Calculated Warning to Rwanda and M23 . Calling Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame “great leaders,” Trump expressed full belief that both would deliver on their commitments: “You're going to see very immediate results. I have confidence that's what's going to happen.” ADVERTISEMENT While the signing of the Washington Accords marks a diplomatic milestone, the situation on the ground tells a more complicated story. Just 24 hours after the agreement, fighting has continued across multiple fronts in South Kivu and North Kivu. Reports confirm that Rwandan-backed M23 rebels are still present, and Rwanda has allegedly reinforced its positions near Kamanyola and Katogota, directly contradicting the spirit of the peace accord. For many Congolese, particularly in the Kivu provinces, skepticism runs deep. They’ve witnessed Paul Kagame sign peace deals before, in Lusaka (1999), Pretoria (2002), Goma (2009), Nairobi (2013), Luanda (2022), only to violate them within months while denying involvement. The pain of over 10 million deaths, mass displacement, and systematic plundering of Congo’s minerals casts a long shadow over every handshake. President Tshisekedi may trust the process, but the Congolese people do not trust Kagame. For them, true peace will not come from signatures in Washington, but from Rwanda’s complete military withdrawal, justice for past atrocities, and a clear end to foreign-backed insurgencies in the east. Until then, every promise remains just that, a promise. 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Kenya's NIFC plans a $500m startup investment fund, including $250m for tech and AI. See the funding plan, investor role and what remains unconfirmed. NAIROBI, Kenya - 6 November 2026. The Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) is working on a proposed $500 million (approximately KSh65 billion) investment fund for Kenyan startups and growing businesses. Chief executive Daniel Mainda described the initiative in an interview reported on 5 November, with half the intended funding directed toward technology and artificial intelligence. The proposal is a fundraising ambition, not a fund that has already received $500 million or opened applications. It is a planned investment vehicle that the Nairobi International Financial Centre wants to develop with private investors. The target is about KSh65 billion, with half earmarked for technology and AI. Partners and a fund manager have not yet been selected, and no public application process has been confirmed. Where the proposed $500 million would go The plan divides the fundraising target into two broad parts. Technology and artificial intelligence businesses would receive around $250 million, assuming the vehicle raises its full target. The remaining half would be intended for other promising enterprises that need finance to expand. The split is a proposed allocation, not a published list of beneficiaries or a guarantee that any individual company will receive a specific sum. In the original Business Daily interview , Mainda explained that NIFC wants to co-host an investment vehicle to address the shortage of capital facing Kenyan startups. He said the centre would take a leading role in mobilising investment and evaluating prospective businesses. A 5 November report by Nipashe Biz also described the proposed participation of local and foreign venture capital firms. That is different from a government announcement allocating KSh65 billion from the national budget. The financing is intended to be mobilised from investors through a fund structure whose terms are still under development. Whether it will use equity stakes, convertible instruments, debt or a combination has not been set out in the public account of the proposal. Mainda said the centre had begun selecting a partner to co-host the vehicle and an investment manager. He also indicated that prospective investors were interested. Those statements are encouraging signals, but neither identifies a signed investment commitment, a first fundraising close nor a schedule for distributing money to companies. Several practical questions remain unanswered: how much investors have legally committed, who will manage the portfolio, what minimum business maturity will be required, how investments will be priced, and whether the fund will back only Kenyan-registered companies or also firms operating across the region. No verified application window, official application portal, investment ticket range or closing date was published alongside the 5 November report. Founders should not mistake NIFC's existing business-certification framework for an application to this particular fund. The National Treasury's NIFC explanation describes how firms can apply for NIFC certification; it does not establish a startup-grant or investment application for the new $500 million proposal. Continue Reading Full Article INVESTMENT Kenya Plans $500M Startup Fund: How It Could Work By Otieno kevin News Editor Otieno kevin Home Comment Nov 6, 2026 Nov 6, 2026 9 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: NAIROBI, Kenya - 6 November 2026. The Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) is working on a proposed $500 million (approximately KSh65 billion) investment fund for Kenyan startups and growing businesses. Chief executive Daniel Mainda described the initiative in an interview reported on 5 November, with half the intended funding directed toward technology and artificial intelligence. The proposal is a fundraising ambition, not a fund that has already received $500 million or opened applications. It is a planned investment vehicle that the Nairobi International Financial Centre wants to develop with private investors. The target is about KSh65 billion, with half earmarked for technology and AI. Partners and a fund manager have not yet been selected, and no public application process has been confirmed. Where the proposed $500 million would go The plan divides the fundraising target into two broad parts. Technology and artificial intelligence businesses would receive around $250 million, assuming the vehicle raises its full target. The remaining half would be intended for other promising enterprises that need finance to expand. The split is a proposed allocation, not a published list of beneficiaries or a guarantee that any individual company will receive a specific sum. In the original Business Daily interview , Mainda explained that NIFC wants to co-host an investment vehicle to address the shortage of capital facing Kenyan startups. He said the centre would take a leading role in mobilising investment and evaluating prospective businesses. A 5 November report by Nipashe Biz also described the proposed participation of local and foreign venture capital firms. That is different from a government announcement allocating KSh65 billion from the national budget. The financing is intended to be mobilised from investors through a fund structure whose terms are still under development. Whether it will use equity stakes, convertible instruments, debt or a combination has not been set out in the public account of the proposal. Mainda said the centre had begun selecting a partner to co-host the vehicle and an investment manager. He also indicated that prospective investors were interested. Those statements are encouraging signals, but neither identifies a signed investment commitment, a first fundraising close nor a schedule for distributing money to companies. Several practical questions remain unanswered: how much investors have legally committed, who will manage the portfolio, what minimum business maturity will be required, how investments will be priced, and whether the fund will back only Kenyan-registered companies or also firms operating across the region. ADVERTISEMENT No verified application window, official application portal, investment ticket range or closing date was published alongside the 5 November report. Founders should not mistake NIFC's existing business-certification framework for an application to this particular fund. The National Treasury's NIFC explanation describes how firms can apply for NIFC certification; it does not establish a startup-grant or investment application for the new $500 million proposal. Until separate funding instructions are issued, it would be premature to describe the plan as an open programme, a cash grant, or a guaranteed benefit for all Kenyan SMEs. Kenya's startup sector needs patient investment The announcement comes during a difficult funding period for Kenyan entrepreneurs. According to figures reported by The Star using Africa: The Big Deal data , Kenyan startups raised around $126 million (KSh16.3 billion) in the first six months of 2026. That was down from approximately $227 million in the corresponding period of 2025 and represented the country's weakest first-half fundraising since 2021. The pressure is not confined to Kenya. A July analysis published by Nanyang Technological University's Centre for African Studies found that African startup funding was becoming more concentrated among a smaller number of ventures, even when large transactions kept continent-wide totals relatively stable. In other words, the headline amount raised by African startups can conceal the difficulty of finding investors for young companies with smaller financing needs. The later Propel Africa third-quarter report recorded $712 million across 114 announced African startup deals from July through September 2026. It counted roughly $84.7 million in announced funding for companies in its Kenyan market category during that quarter. These figures come from a different tracking methodology and reporting period from the first-half numbers; they should not be combined into a single official Kenyan investment total. A new fund could broaden the pool of capital available locally, particularly if it brings together investors willing to support companies beyond their first years of operation. But larger fundraising targets alone will not settle the problem of early-stage financing, where relatively small investments and patient follow-on support may matter more than a single headline number. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Investment Kenya Plans $500M Startup Fund: How It Could Work . Is this the same as the earlier $250 million AI proposal? The new figure also follows an announcement made at the Africa Blockchain Festival on 27 October 2026. At that event, Mainda discussed ambitions for a $250 million technology and AI investment vehicle serving Kenya and potentially other African markets, as TechTrendsKE reported . The centre's official LinkedIn communications independently confirm his participation in the festival and its broader investment-mobilisation agenda. There is an obvious numerical connection: $250 million is also the intended technology and AI share of the new $500 million plan. However, the public reports do not establish whether the October proposal is the technology allocation within the November vehicle, a revised plan, or a separate fund. It would therefore be misleading to add the two announcements together and claim that $750 million has been committed. Why Nairobi's financial centre is involved NIFC is a government-backed initiative designed to make Kenya a more attractive base for investment funds, financial institutions and regional businesses. The National Treasury describes its objectives as developing a competitive financial-services environment, encouraging domestic and international investment and improving access to capital for local firms. Its role is broader than running a single startup programme. NIFC wants investment managers, venture capital firms, insurers and other institutions to establish or deepen operations in Kenya. It also seeks to improve the framework through which investors can bring money into the economy and deploy it into businesses. There has been some progress, although outcomes need careful interpretation. In July, Business Daily reported that NIFC had admitted 15 new firms that were expected to mobilise approximately $200 million in investment and create more than 1,000 jobs. Expected investment and jobs are not the same as money already delivered or positions already filled. Kenya has also been reshaping its investment rules. XTRAfrica previously covered new investor-incentive and technopolis legislation , including changes relevant to the operating environment for technology companies. Those changes are part of the wider policy setting, rather than proof that the planned startup fund is fully financed. The NIFC venture proposal should also be distinguished from Kenya's National Infrastructure Fund, a separate institution intended to finance major infrastructure. XTRAfrica's profile of founding infrastructure-fund chief executive James Mworia explains that different investment mandate. The two initiatives should not be treated as one pool of money. ADVERTISEMENT What this could mean for Kenyan and African entrepreneurs If the $500 million target is achieved and a professional investment structure is established, the vehicle could provide another source of finance for companies with credible products and plans to grow. Its proposed technology allocation could be relevant to firms building software, AI products or digital services. The other half may be important to businesses outside that segment, although NIFC has not publicly specified their sectors. Kenyan innovators are already working on problems that require financing beyond the initial prototype. For example, XTRAfrica's coverage of the 2026 Africa Prize engineering finalists examined Kenyan ventures developing cardiac-screening and mobile-dialysis solutions. Those companies are examples of the wider innovation ecosystem, not named recipients or applicants under this proposed NIFC fund. The wider East African significance would depend on actual investment rules. A Nairobi-based fund could attract international managers and deepen the regional financing ecosystem, but the November account primarily discusses Kenyan startups. It does not establish that businesses in Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania or other African countries will qualify directly. Five milestones that will show whether the plan is moving The first measurable milestone will be NIFC's appointment of a fund partner and independent manager. Next will come disclosure of investor commitments and, ideally, a formal first close showing how much capital is legally secured. Detailed investment criteria would then establish the sectors, jurisdictions, company stages and typical cheque sizes. Founders will also need a legitimate application or deal-submission process, together with clear rules on ownership, reporting and investment approval. Finally, signed investments and disclosed disbursements will reveal whether the plan is financing real enterprises rather than remaining a fundraising target. Until those steps are documented, the announcement is best understood as a potentially significant investment pipeline. For Kenyan startups, the opportunity is real in the sense that the NIFC has publicly described a plan; the financing itself remains conditional on investors, governance arrangements and execution. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Investment Kenya Plans $500M Startup Fund: How It Could Work Kenya's NIFC wants to raise $500m for startups, with half targeted at technology and AI businesses. . Tags Kenya Economy Kenya Economy Breaking News Breaking News Kenya Business & Investment Kenya Business & Investment Kenya Kenya Kenya Technology & Innovation Kenya Technology & Innovation

Burundi reportedly moves closer to joining a planned Gaza stabilization force as military officials discuss a possible deployment alongside Uganda. GITEGA, Burundi — August 18, 2026 — Burundi is reportedly moving closer to contributing troops to a planned international stabilization force for Gaza, with senior Burundian military officials said to have joined advanced discussions over the proposed mission. According to reporting citing Israeli public broadcaster Kan 11, military representatives from Burundi and Uganda have been involved in talks at the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center in Kiryat Gat, Israel. Both countries reportedly gave preliminary approval to contribute hundreds of soldiers. Uganda has already taken a formal step, with its parliament approving a possible troop deployment earlier this month. Burundi, however, has not publicly confirmed a final deployment, troop numbers or timetable. The development remains ongoing, with an official announcement from Gitega still awaited. MILITARY AND DEFENSE BREAKING: Burundi Reportedly Moves Closer to Sending Troops to Gaza By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Aug 18, 2026 Aug 18, 2026 1 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: GITEGA, Burundi — August 18, 2026 — Burundi is reportedly moving closer to contributing troops to a planned international stabilization force for Gaza, with senior Burundian military officials said to have joined advanced discussions over the proposed mission. According to reporting citing Israeli public broadcaster Kan 11, military representatives from Burundi and Uganda have been involved in talks at the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center in Kiryat Gat, Israel. Both countries reportedly gave preliminary approval to contribute hundreds of soldiers. ADVERTISEMENT Uganda has already taken a formal step, with its parliament approving a possible troop deployment earlier this month. Burundi, however, has not publicly confirmed a final deployment, troop numbers or timetable. The development remains ongoing, with an official announcement from Gitega still awaited. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Healthcare System Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Education River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Justice & Human Rights Ghana Court Staff Strike: What Court Users Should Check . | Appointments Museveni's 13 Senior Nominees: Full List and PSC Review . ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Healthcare System Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination Patients face interrupted services as the labour dispute continues in Maniema. . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods Regional coordination is announced; funded actions and current local warnings determine readiness. . Education River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? A rights finding puts safe crossings and practical school access at the centre of the response. . Justice & Human Rights Ghana Court Staff Strike: What Court Users Should Check Unions maintain their walkout, leaving litigants needing court-specific instructions. . Tags Breaking News Breaking News Burundi Burundi

In this piece, we explore the top 5 rapidly expanding economies in Africa. For further insights into Africa's swiftly advancing economies, stay tuned. 5. Eswatini Economic Expansion in 2021 as per World Bank: 7.43% Located in Southern Africa, Eswatini is bordered by South Africa and Mozambique. Its economy is heavily intertwined with South Africa's, relying on it for approximately 85% of its import needs and 60% of its export revenue. In 2021, Eswatini experienced a significant economic revival, with its real GDP growth estimated to have surged to 7.4%, a substantial recovery from a 1.9% contraction in 2020. The easing of lockdown measures in 2021 played a crucial role in boosting its export-driven sectors, alongside a marked increase in external demand in its key export destinations. 4. Kenya Economic Growth Rate in 2021 as reported by the World Bank: 7.52% Kenya ranks next among Africa's most rapidly advancing economies. From 2015 to 2019, the nation enjoyed an average annual growth rate of 4.8%, significantly reducing poverty levels. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 heavily impacted the economy, disrupting sectors like travel, tourism, and urban services. Despite these challenges, the agricultural sector, a cornerstone of Kenya's economy, showed remarkable resilience, limiting the GDP's fall to just 0.3%. In 2021, Kenya's economic growth rebounded to 6.7%, primarily driven by private consumption and the services sector, both buoyed by supportive government policies and the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. 3. Rwanda World Bank's Reported GDP Growth for 2021: 10.88% Rwanda's economy experienced a downturn of 3.4% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a robust fiscal stimulus, swift vaccination efforts, gradual relaxation of COVID-19 measures, and a resurgence in global demand fueled a remarkable GDP growth of 10.9% in 2021. The sectors driving this growth included services (12%), industry (13%), and agriculture (6%). After a 5.9% contraction in 2020, the GDP per capita saw a significant recovery, growing by 7.4% in 2021. Projections for Rwanda's GDP growth stand at 6.9% for 2022 and an anticipated 7.9% for 2023. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Feb 12, 2024 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Libya's current account value to GDP 2023-2024 In this piece, we explore the top 5 rapidly expanding economies in Africa. For further insights into Africa's swiftly advancing economies, stay tuned. 5. Eswatini Economic Expansion in 2021 as per World Bank: 7.43% Located in Southern Africa, Eswatini is bordered by South Africa and Mozambique. Its economy is heavily intertwined with South Africa's, relying on it for approximately 85% of its import needs and 60% of its export revenue. In 2021, Eswatini experienced a significant economic revival, with its real GDP growth estimated to have surged to 7.4%, a substantial recovery from a 1.9% contraction in 2020. The easing of lockdown measures in 2021 played a crucial role in boosting its export-driven sectors, alongside a marked increase in external demand in its key export destinations. ADVERTISEMENT 4. Kenya Economic Growth Rate in 2021 as reported by the World Bank: 7.52% Kenya ranks next among Africa's most rapidly advancing economies. From 2015 to 2019, the nation enjoyed an average annual growth rate of 4.8%, significantly reducing poverty levels. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 heavily impacted the economy, disrupting sectors like travel, tourism, and urban services. Despite these challenges, the agricultural sector, a cornerstone of Kenya's economy, showed remarkable resilience, limiting the GDP's fall to just 0.3%. In 2021, Kenya's economic growth rebounded to 6.7%, primarily driven by private consumption and the services sector, both buoyed by supportive government policies and the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. 3. Rwanda World Bank's Reported GDP Growth for 2021: 10.88% ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Rwanda's economy experienced a downturn of 3.4% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a robust fiscal stimulus, swift vaccination efforts, gradual relaxation of COVID-19 measures, and a resurgence in global demand fueled a remarkable GDP growth of 10.9% in 2021. The sectors driving this growth included services (12%), industry (13%), and agriculture (6%). After a 5.9% contraction in 2020, the GDP per capita saw a significant recovery, growing by 7.4% in 2021. Projections for Rwanda's GDP growth stand at 6.9% for 2022 and an anticipated 7.9% for 2023. 2. Botswana In 2021, Botswana experienced a remarkable economic rebound, with its GDP growing by 11.36% . This growth came after a challenging year in 2020, during which the country faced significant economic setbacks due to COVID-19 restrictions. Notably, the revival of the global diamond market played a crucial role in driving mining production upward. Additionally, industries beyond mining, such as public administration, military, construction, wholesale, and retail, also contributed to the positive trend. As the adverse effects of the pandemic on net exports waned and government spending increased, aggregate demand saw a boost in 2021. ADVERTISEMENT Libya In 2021, Libya’s economy experienced a remarkable turnaround, with its GDP growing by 31.37% . This recovery followed a severe contraction of 23.93% in 2020, which was influenced by various factors, including political instability, plummeting oil prices, and the rapid spread of COVID-19. The significant increase in oil production played a crucial role in driving Libya’s economic resurgence. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Rwandans reject Trump’s deportation deal. Rwanda is not a dumping ground. Say NO to Western exploitation.#ProAfrica #StopTheDeal The United States and Rwanda are now discussing a new deportation deal but we, as proud Africans, say NO . This is the same bad idea that already failed when Rwanda tried it with the United Kingdom. In that old UK-Rwanda plan, the British government wanted to send asylum seekers , people looking for safety, to Rwanda in exchange for money. But many human rights groups warned it was dangerous. Even the UK’s own Supreme Court said it was illegal , and the deal was cancelled. The British people saw it for what it was, a political trick. Why should we now allow the United States to do the same thing? Now, under Trump’s new immigration crackdown, the U.S. wants to pay Rwanda to take in deported migrants, even those who already served their time in U.S. prisons . That includes people who were treated unfairly in America’s broken justice system. Trump’s team says they want to send the "most despicable human beings" far from the U.S. ,as if Africans are less human, and Rwanda is some kind of trash bin. Let’s be clear: Rwanda is not a prison island. Africans are not second-class humans. We will not be paid to destroy other people’s lives. This deal is not about immigration. It’s about buying political silence. The U.S. wants to reward Kagame’s regime in exchange for looking the other way on human rights abuses. It’s the same Western game, use African soil to fix their problems, then blame us when things go wrong. We Africans are awake now. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment May 18, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The United States and Rwanda are now discussing a new deportation deal but we, as proud Africans, say NO . This is the same bad idea that already failed when Rwanda tried it with the United Kingdom. In that old UK-Rwanda plan, the British government wanted to send asylum seekers , people looking for safety, to Rwanda in exchange for money. But many human rights groups warned it was dangerous. Even the UK’s own Supreme Court said it was illegal , and the deal was cancelled. The British people saw it for what it was, a political trick. Why should we now allow the United States to do the same thing? Now, under Trump’s new immigration crackdown, the U.S. wants to pay Rwanda to take in deported migrants, even those who already served their time in U.S. prisons . That includes people who were treated unfairly in America’s broken justice system. Trump’s team says they want to send the "most despicable human beings" far from the U.S. ,as if Africans are less human, and Rwanda is some kind of trash bin. ADVERTISEMENT Let’s be clear: Rwanda is not a prison island. Africans are not second-class humans. We will not be paid to destroy other people’s lives. This deal is not about immigration. It’s about buying political silence. The U.S. wants to reward Kagame’s regime in exchange for looking the other way on human rights abuses. It’s the same Western game, use African soil to fix their problems, then blame us when things go wrong. We Africans are awake now. Just like we stood up against the UK-Rwanda deal, we must do it again. No matter your political view, this is a question of dignity. Human beings are not cargo to be traded between powerful leaders. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Policy and Reforms US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Justice & Crime Trump Moves to Remove Rwanda and South Africa From AGOA . Justice & Crime Rwanda Accused of Deporting Congolese Civilians in South Kivu . War in DR Congo Tshisekedi: Sanctions Forced Kagame to Pull Kabila From His Cave . What We Demand: Immediate end to all talks between Rwanda and the U.S. on this deportation plan. Full transparency and public involvement in any international agreement affecting Rwandan citizens. Independent legal review to protect Rwanda’s sovereignty and moral standing. To all Rwandans and friends of Africa: Speak loudly. Speak clearly. Say NO to Western deportation deals. Say YES to human rights and dignity for all. Rwanda belongs to Rwandans, not to Trump, not to the UK, not to anyone else. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba proposes nine reforms for the Francophonie, challenging Rwanda's Louise . 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A petition in the DRC says it has 50,724 signatures and aims to reach 100,000 before an April 9 filing on constitutional revision. A petition seeking to open the way for constitutional revision in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it has collected 50,724 signatures and is preparing for an official filing at the National Assembly on April 9, according to a MediaCongo report. Organizers say they now want to push toward the 100,000-signature threshold ahead of that date . The initiative was presented by Mardochée Nsele, identified as youth leader of the Fidec party, who said the petition was launched under Article 218 of the Constitution. A matching ACP report also said the organizers plan a public mobilization in Kinshasa on April 9 as they seek to formalize the process before parliament . The next step will be closely watched because the DRC Constitution sets out how revisions may be initiated, including through a citizen-backed process, while also protecting certain core provisions from amendment. The revised constitutional text published by the Presidency and other legal references show that Article 218 governs revision procedures, while Article 220 bars changes affecting the number and length of presidential terms. That legal backdrop is likely to keep the petition at the center of a wider political debate in the weeks ahead, especially as supporters frame the move around security pressures in eastern Congo and the restoration of state authority. The issue has already become a broader public controversy, with Congolese media highlighting competing interpretations of what constitutional change could legally and politically mean. Continue Reading Full Article POLICY AND REFORMS DRC petition sets April push for constitutional revision By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Mar 19, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: A petition seeking to open the way for constitutional revision in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it has collected 50,724 signatures and is preparing for an official filing at the National Assembly on April 9, according to a MediaCongo report. Organizers say they now want to push toward the 100,000-signature threshold ahead of that date . The initiative was presented by Mardochée Nsele, identified as youth leader of the Fidec party, who said the petition was launched under Article 218 of the Constitution. A matching ACP report also said the organizers plan a public mobilization in Kinshasa on April 9 as they seek to formalize the process before parliament . ADVERTISEMENT The next step will be closely watched because the DRC Constitution sets out how revisions may be initiated, including through a citizen-backed process, while also protecting certain core provisions from amendment. The revised constitutional text published by the Presidency and other legal references show that Article 218 governs revision procedures, while Article 220 bars changes affecting the number and length of presidential terms. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Health News Uganda HIV Self-Test Assembly: Prices, Jobs and Exports . Banking and Finance Absa Dubai Office: Services, Eligibility and Contacts . 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Banyana Banyana Gears Up for Olympic Qualifier Showdown Against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. In a high-stakes battle for an Olympic berth, South Africa’s women’s national football team, Banyana Banyana, is set to lock horns with Nigeria’s formidable Super Falcons. The clash, scheduled for next month, promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here’s a recap of the journey so far: Banyana Banyana Triumphs Over Tanzania : In the third round of the CAF Women’s Olympic qualifier, Banyana Banyana secured a hard-fought victory against Tanzania. A solitary goal by Thembi Kgatlana in the 58th minute sealed the deal, giving the reigning Africa Women’s Champions a comfortable 4-0 aggregate win. Their earlier 3-0 victory in the first leg showcased their dominance over the Twigas Stars. Jermaine Seoposenwe’s Milestone Moment : The match against Tanzania was particularly memorable for Jermaine Seoposenwe, who celebrated her 100th cap for Banyana Banyana. Seoposenwe, one of the goalscorers in the first leg encounter, continues to be a key player for the team. Nigeria’s Super Falcons Await : Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Feb 28, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Banyana icons smashing down Tanzanian's Twigas. Photo provided by sportsnow Banyana Banyana Gears Up for Olympic Qualifier Showdown Against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. In a high-stakes battle for an Olympic berth, South Africa’s women’s national football team, Banyana Banyana, is set to lock horns with Nigeria’s formidable Super Falcons. The clash, scheduled for next month, promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here’s a recap of the journey so far: ADVERTISEMENT Banyana Banyana Triumphs Over Tanzania : In the third round of the CAF Women’s Olympic qualifier, Banyana Banyana secured a hard-fought victory against Tanzania. A solitary goal by Thembi Kgatlana in the 58th minute sealed the deal, giving the reigning Africa Women’s Champions a comfortable 4-0 aggregate win. Their earlier 3-0 victory in the first leg showcased their dominance over the Twigas Stars. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Jermaine Seoposenwe’s Milestone Moment : The match against Tanzania was particularly memorable for Jermaine Seoposenwe, who celebrated her 100th cap for Banyana Banyana. Seoposenwe, one of the goalscorers in the first leg encounter, continues to be a key player for the team. Parcour for Banyana Banyana and Falcons towards Olympic Games Qualification. Image: Instagram/Banyanabanyana Nigeria’s Super Falcons Await : The victory over Tanzania sets the stage for an intense showdown with Nigeria’s Super Falcons. The Nigerian team secured their place by defeating the Indomitable Lioness of Cameroon 1-0. Notably, the Super Eagles of Nigeria had previously knocked South Africa out of the 2023 AFCON semifinals in a penalty shootout. ADVERTISEMENT A Chance for Redemption : For South Africa, this upcoming clash is more than just a qualifier—it’s a chance for redemption. The memory of their AFCON defeat still lingers, and the Banyana Banyana will be eager to turn the tables and secure their ticket to the Olympic stage. Stay tuned as the battle unfolds, and football fans across Africa eagerly await this thrilling contest between two powerhouse teams.[ africatopsports ] ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

DRC star Merveille Kanjinga scores twice as PSG beat Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1 after extra time to reach the Women's Champions League league phase The 23-year-old Congolese international scored PSG’s opening goal and struck again in extra time to help the French club defeat Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1. PARIS — September 3, 2026 — Congolese football star Merveille Kanjinga delivered a decisive performance as Paris Saint-Germain defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1 after extra time to qualify for the league phase of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The two clubs entered the return leg level following a 1–1 draw in Germany. PSG therefore needed a victory at home to secure its place in the next stage of the competition. Kanjinga opened the scoring in the 36th minute after breaking through Frankfurt’s defence. However, the German side equalised in the 76th minute, sending the match into extra time. The 23-year-old Congolese forward struck again in the 95th minute, connecting with a free kick from Sakina Karchaoui to restore PSG’s lead. Her second goal proved to be the decisive breakthrough. Karchaoui later scored twice before Rasheedat Ajibade completed the 5–1 victory in added time. According to the official Paris Saint-Germain match report , Kanjinga’s extra-time goal unlocked the match and helped PSG secure qualification for the league phase. The result represents another major European achievement for Kanjinga, whose official UEFA profile identifies her as a Democratic Republic of the Congo international. Speaking after the victory, Kanjinga credited PSG’s determination and the support of the club’s fans for helping the team survive a difficult match. “We didn’t give up until the end,” she said in a post-match reaction published by PSG . Continue Reading Full Article SPORTS TRENDS Congolese Star Merveille Kanjinga Sends PSG Into Europe By Serge Kabongo Sports & Entertainment Serge Kabongo Home Comment Sep 3, 2026 Sep 3, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The 23-year-old Congolese international scored PSG’s opening goal and struck again in extra time to help the French club defeat Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1. PARIS — September 3, 2026 — Congolese football star Merveille Kanjinga delivered a decisive performance as Paris Saint-Germain defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1 after extra time to qualify for the league phase of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The two clubs entered the return leg level following a 1–1 draw in Germany. PSG therefore needed a victory at home to secure its place in the next stage of the competition. Kanjinga opened the scoring in the 36th minute after breaking through Frankfurt’s defence. However, the German side equalised in the 76th minute, sending the match into extra time. ADVERTISEMENT The 23-year-old Congolese forward struck again in the 95th minute, connecting with a free kick from Sakina Karchaoui to restore PSG’s lead. Her second goal proved to be the decisive breakthrough. Karchaoui later scored twice before Rasheedat Ajibade completed the 5–1 victory in added time. According to the official Paris Saint-Germain match report , Kanjinga’s extra-time goal unlocked the match and helped PSG secure qualification for the league phase. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Scholarships Russia Confirms 100 Scholarships for Congolese Students . 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