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Multinationals are opening a new battle front to shape the development, use, and governance of artificial intelligence in Africa, as African countries rush to create their own AI policies. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Global technology giants including Microsoft, IBM, Huawei, Nvidia, and Google are lining up to tap …

Although Africa is a significant importer of drones, six countries are taking the lead in developing security self-reliance by increasing local production of these small unmanned aircraft. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | As unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) become increasingly critical for modern armed forces, African countries are investing in …

A new WHO report has highlighted Africa’s vaccination triumphs. Despite gaps, ongoing country-level initiatives underscore the urgency of tackling preventable diseases head-on. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | As the 2024 World Immunization Week comes to a close, a recent WHO report has highlighted Africa’s remarkable advancements in vaccine accessibility. …

Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire, the world’s leading cocoa producers and age-old rivals, are collaborating to tackle challenges in the cocoa industry. According to an expert, the alliance could revitalize the sector in Africa that holds more than 75% of global production SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Ghanaian cocoa supply …

Near the vibrant city of Salvador, Ivana Muzenza makes tasty golden brown fritters from a recipe that dates back to the 19th century. The meal serves as a culinary connection to the West African roots of a unique community of Brazilian women. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Lively conversation …

As populations surge and urbanisation accelerates, African governments are betting big on investors in a new policy shift that targets private investment to scale the production of affordable housing units. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A wave of government housing policies is set to change the urban landscape across …

Africa’s wildlife conservation is evolving, with community conservancies along vital migration routes ensuring safe passage for roaming species. Thanks to these successes, African conservation officials are now looking to link protected areas across the continent. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Wildlife, particularly roaming species, exhibit remarkable mobility, covering vast …

The push for a single roaming regime across Africa has received new impetus thanks to a West African protocol driving economic integration. Ghana and Benin are the latest countries to agree on a network hopping initiative. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Growing interstate deals to end roaming fees are …

  South Africa is to transition its rail network towards a more open and competitive model, allowing private train operators access to its extensive rail infrastructure. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | South Africa is opening its rail network to private train operators in a commercial pivot to revitalise a …

Twin growth in the number of talented young filmmakers and private investors is powering Kenyan production and viewer interest. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY| Kenyan viewers are beginning to show a strong preference for locally-produced content, regional giant MultiChoice has revealed, with the appetite and consumption of Kenyan-made films now …