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New Podcasting Rules – Must Build the Industry – Not Just Police It
By Mohale Moloi Having produced podcasts for both big brands and passionate people, I have noticed a pattern in kick-off meetings. There is a palpable excitement fueled by the belief that setting up these microphones, cameras and having the most interesting guests will lead to a lucrative new revenue stream. People don’t just start podcasts
Chevron Approves Aseng Gas Monetisation Project in Equatorial Guinea
Chevron has reached a final investment decision (FID) for the Aseng Gas Monetisation project in Equatorial Guinea. The company announced this decision on April 1, officially greenlighting the construction and installation of the critical infrastructure needed to extract, process, and transport gas from the Aseng field. This moves Chevron's gas assets in the country into a full
Breaking News Today – Tuesday 7 April 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today African Refinery Stabilising Fuel Supplies in Africa Nigeria's Dangote oil refinery, Africa's largest, has increased exports of gasoline to African countries hit by supply disruptions caused by the Iran / Us war, according to Aliko Dangote, the owner of the company. Dangote said the refinery, which is operating
Mopane Field Resource Estimate Surges 57% as Namibia Offshore Potential Expands
Estimated oil and gas resources at Namibia’s offshore Mopane field have seen a substantial 57% increase, as reported by Sintana Energy on March 30, citing Galp Energia’s 2025 integrated report. The Mopane field, situated in Block PEL 83, is under development with TotalEnergies acting as the operator. Resource Estimates and Classification This updated estimate incorporates
THE MINING WRAP
Mining equipment manufacturer and industry giant Liebherr has brought the R9100 G8 hydraulic excavator into full commercial operation following field testing in Indonesia. During trials, the machine recorded 92% mechanical availability under demanding production conditions, including continuous digging in high-density overburden and coal operations. The excavator features upgraded hydraulic systems, improved fuel efficiency, and enhanced
Are Startup Accelerators Creating Businesses or Dependency?
Startup accelerators have emerged as ubiquitous pillars of the African entrepreneurial landscape, promising to fast-track fledgling ventures from nascent ideas to market-ready enterprises. Offering mentorship, seed funding, networking opportunities, and structured programs, they aim to compress years of organic growth into intense, focused months. But as their proliferation continues, a critical question arises: are accelerators
Kenya Offloads 15% Safaricom Stake in $1.8 Billion Vodacom Transaction
Kenya’s Parliament has approved a 15% stake sale in Safaricom to Vodacom, a deal that will increase Vodacom’s control of the telecom operator. Valued at 240 billion Kenyan shillings (about $1.8 billion), the deal will inject fresh capital into Kenya’s National Infrastructure Fund. The government plans to channel these funds into its economic recovery strategy,
Maziv Pledges R9billion and 10,000 Jobs at SA Investment Conference
Maziv, South Africa's premier open-access fibre infrastructure provider, has pledged a monumental R9 billion investment at the sixth South Africa Investment Conference. This five-year capital injection is meant to dramatically accelerate the nation's high-speed digital rollout, promising a staggering 10,000 direct and indirect job opportunities over seven years. The move solidifies Maziv's role in supercharging
South African-Made BMW iX3 Claims Global Car of the Year Title
Pretoria, South Africa — In a major boost for local manufacturing, the BMW iX3 — produced at BMW’s world-class Rosslyn plant outside Pretoria — has been named the 2026 World Car of the Year and 2026 World Electric Vehicle by an international jury of 98 motoring journalists from 33 countries. The fully electric Neue Klasse
Breaking News Today – Thursday 2 April 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today Kenya’s Tea and Flower Exports Hit by Iran Conflict Disruptions Key export agricultural products in Kenya’s tea and horticulture sectors continue to suffer major disruptions and set-backs from Red Sea and Gulf shipping disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict. Weekly losses for flower exporters have now reached
Designing Products for the Realities of Low-Income Informal Markets
Achieving commercial success in Africa's low-income markets necessitates a authentic re-evaluation of conventional business strategies. Indeed, true impact does not stem from swift expansion or the deployment of intricate functionalities, but from a profound appreciation of local economies, purchasing capabilities, and the nuanced decision-making processes where every coin truly counts, a fact well-illustrated by the
Libya Taps Chevron to Study Untested Offshore Block NC146
The agreement focuses on technical and geological studies to better understand what the block holds. They have no drilling planned yet, and no one has made an investment decision. For now, the work involves gathering data that will shape what comes next and determine if the block is worth developing. NOC Chairman Masoud Suleman said
Bootstrapping 101 How African Founders Raise Their First $10K Without VC
In Africa's dynamic startup landscapes, the vision of a thriving venture burns bright. But, for many founders, securing initial capital feels like navigating a maze. While venture capital (VC) money captures headlines, African entrepreneurs, fueled by ingenuity and resilience, prove that a hefty check from Sand Hill Road isn't a prerequisite for the first $10,000.
South Africa’s Manufacturing PMI Edges Higher but Remains in Contraction
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for March 2026 rose 1.6 points to 49.0, up from 47.4 in February. While the improvement is welcome, the headline reading stayed below the key 50-point neutral mark, signalling that South Africa’s manufacturing sector continues to struggle for sustained momentum. The modest gain was driven mainly by
South Africa’s QES December 2025 – Fewer Jobs, Fatter Pay Cheques, and the Public-Sector Skew
The Stats SA Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) release for the quarter ending December 2025, published on 31 March 2026, paints a picture that is at once familiar and deeply troubling for South Africa. Total formal non-agricultural employment rose modestly by 18 000 (0.2 %) quarter-on-quarter to 10.551 million, but fell 102 000 (–1.0 %) year-on-year.
Equinix to Double Down on Johannesburg Data Centers
Equinix is accelerating its expansion plans in Johannesburg, less than two years after its South African debut. The global digital infrastructure leader found its first local data center, JN1, filled much faster than the initial 18-month forecast. This rapid uptake was primarily driven by a surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) processing power. Such
Biz Basics: Week 1 – Picking the Right 'Home' for Your Startup Business
As you launch your Business venture, your brilliant idea needs a proper legal foundation its legal structure. This is not just about ticking a box on the checklist, it is a foundational decision that impacts everything, your personal liability, your tax obligations, and even how attractive your business looks to investors. Getting this right from day one is
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 1 April 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today Fuel Price Increase Day in South Africa Welcome to April Fuels day in South Africa where last minute adjustments by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMRE) – only announced official adjustments yesterday have somewhat cushioned the potential impact of fuel price escalations. These took effect at
Building Effective Sales Systems and Sales Funnels in 2026
The sales landscape for African startups and SMEs in 2026, has shifted dramatically. Gone are the days when success depended on sheer volume and cold-calling hundreds of prospects or knocking on doors with a generic pitch. That “numbers game” approach, while effective decades ago in door-to-door eras, now wastes time, burns out teams, and delivers
The Power Paradox: Why African Mining Fleets Can’t Cut Diesel Loose
The global mining sector faces an undeniable imperative to slash its carbon footprint, and Africa stands at the forefront of this transformation. From the vast, coal dependent energy landscape of South Africa to the isolated copper and gold mines scattered across the continent, operators are keenly exploring the transition from traditional diesel-powered fleets to advanced