BRICS+ Series: Egypt's Closed Rafah Crossing
Egypt faces a humanitarian crisis as Israel's military actions close the Rafah border crossing, Gaza's only lifeline. Egypt's role has shifted since its 1979 peace treaty with Israel, and as a BRICS nation, it faces pressure to act amidst a humanitarian crisis. With over a million Palestinians trapped, displaced and international courts demanding action, Egypt's decisions will impact regional dynamics and its global standing.
Kenya’s church donations and colonialism
Christianity has shaped Kenya's political landscape, revealing the intricate ties between religious institutions and political power, and the implications for governance and development.
Decades of Poison: Zambia’s Toxic Toll and Mining's Unpaid Debt
In Zambia's Kabwe region, up to 200,000 people face devastating health consequences from decades of lead pollution, with 95% of local children showing elevated blood lead levels.
BRICS+ Series: Cannabis in South Africa: Policy Reversals and R28 Billion Economic Opportunity
South Africa's cannabis industry has the potential to generate substantial revenue and jobs, but faces regulatory uncertainty. Despite a 2018 court ruling legalising private use and cultivation, recent policy changes highlight the challenges of balancing economic opportunity with public health concerns. South Africa's experience offers valuable lessons for other countries considering cannabis legalisation.
BRICS+ Series: South Africa's E-commerce Boom: How Digital Shopping is Reshaping BRICS Markets
Explore how the e-commerce industry is reshaping Africa's retail landscape, with projected revenues reaching $39. 44 billion by 2025 and the driving forces behind this transformation.
BRICS+ Series: How Egypt is Revolutionising Africa's Pharmaceutical Industry
Egypt is transforming into Africa's pharmaceutical powerhouse, with 90% of drugs now produced locally. Through strategic BRICS partnerships, billion-dollar investments, and cutting-edge technology, Egypt is revolutionising healthcare access across Africa while building a $3 billion export industry by 2030. From vaccine manufacturing to Egyptian medical tourism, Cairo's ambitious vision is reshaping the continent's healthcare landscape.
BRICS+ Series: How South Africa's Informal Sector is Reshaping the Economy
South Africa's thriving informal economy, valued at R750 billion, is transforming townships and creating unprecedented opportunities. As BRICS partnerships evolve, a groundbreaking R3. 6 billion AfDB-Standard Bank initiative aims to revolutionise informal trade, potentially benefiting over 3 million SMMEs. Discover how this untapped economic powerhouse is reshaping South Africa's future.
BRICS+ Series: Egypt's Economic Transformation and BRICS+ Solutions
As Egypt grapples with unprecedented inflation reaching 38% in 2023, millions of citizens are reinventing their daily lives. From market stalls to luxury boutiques, discover how Africa's third-largest economy is transforming as the Egyptian pound plummets and BRICS+ membership offers a glimmer of hope. Through personal stories and expert analysis, explore how this economic upheaval is reshaping the future of this ancient nation.
Can Egypt's Strategic Diplomacy Bring Peace to the Middle East?
As regional tensions escalate, Egypt emerges as the Middle East's most influential peacekeeper, leveraging its military might and diplomatic finesse to address conflicts from Libya to Palestine. With unprecedented challenges and shifting global alliances through BRICS+, Cairo's unique position as a regional mediator faces its greatest test.
Egypt’s vision 2030: transforming the nation through renewable energy
Explore how Egypt is transforming its energy landscape through renewable resources, aiming for a sustainable future by 2030.