Wayne Lumbasi Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has intensified a public dispute with South Africa, alleging that his satellite internet company Starlink is being denied an operating licence because of his race. The claims, made on his social media platform X, have sparked renewed debate over the country’s post-apartheid economic policies and their impact on foreign […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Egypt and Russia are accelerating construction of the $30 billion El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, a flagship project that is as much about geopolitics as it is about energy. As timelines tighten and global energy pressures mount, both countries are pushing to fast-track delivery of one of Africa’s most ambitious nuclear ventures. Located […]
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This documentary offers a rich, end-to-end exploration of kilishi, one of West Africa’s most iconic delicacies. Deeply rooted in tradition, kilishi is more than just a snack, it is a #cultural symbol intertwined with heritage, identity, and everyday life across communities. Full film on Mambo on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/Mambomedia (ACCESS)
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The People Who Clean Our Cities: Inside Africa’s Informal Waste Economy Njoki Kangethe Introduction: The Invisible System Every day, before most cities fully wake up, work has already begun. In the early hours of the morning, men and women move through streets, dumpsites, and alleyways, collecting what others have thrown away. Plastic bottles, scrap metal, […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The Democratic Republic of Congo has officially entered the international capital markets with the successful launch of its inaugural Eurobond, marking a transformative moment for the nation’s fiscal standing. The issuance, which went to market on April 9 2026, targeted an initial $750 million across dual tranches. This landmark deal followed a period […]
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Wayne Lumbasi In a highly anticipated legal maneuver that could fundamentally alter terminal care in South Africa, the advocacy organization DignitySA officially filed court papers this week at the North Gauteng High Court. The application seeks to decriminalize and legalize Medical Assistance in Dying, challenging the constitutionality of the country’s blanket common law prohibition, which […]
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Faith Nyasuguta France is intensifying efforts to secure new uranium supplies in Africa, turning to Botswana after losing control of a major mining asset in Niger. The shift highlights a growing global race for nuclear fuel as countries ramp up clean energy ambitions and reduce dependence on volatile supply chains. At the center of the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Madagascar has declared a state of emergency as concerns mount over potential fuel shortages linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East. President Andry Rajoelina signed a decree granting the government sweeping powers to safeguard national energy supplies, including the authority to requisition fuel stocks and intervene directly in distribution systems if necessary. […]
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Wayne Lumbasi President Samia Suluhu Hassan has introduced a series of aggressive austerity measures to mitigate the economic impact of the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. Addressing the nation during a swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday, the President highlighted that the war has led to a dramatic spike in global oil prices […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The British political party Reform UK has proposed denying visas to citizens of countries that demand reparations from the United Kingdom over its historical role in the transatlantic slave trade. The proposal forms part of the party’s immigration policy and would apply to countries that formally pursue compensation claims against Britain. The policy […]
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