New technology doesn't have to widen the digital divide. Drones and robots could help the global south take charge of its resources if they're used with local needs in mind.

Viviana Laperchia 17 Sep 2018

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China

Here’s why the tech sector could be the next target for Chinese investment in Africa

Chinese investment in Africa, while still worth billions of dollars, is decreasing. Here's how a growing focus on technology could rebalance the relationship.

Stephany Zoo 17 Sep 2018

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Africa

10 things to know about hunger

Global hunger rose for the 3rd year in a row in 2017, according to a new UN report.

Thin Lei Win · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 12 Sep 2018

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Environment and Natural Resource Security

Kenyans are replenishing their forests with slingshots

Kenyans are firing seeds around the country to grow more trees. They're even coated in charcoal to stop wild animals from eating them.

Dominic Kirui · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 11 Sep 2018

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Forests

Reforesting the Earth, China’s deepening links in Africa and other top stories this week

Also in our round-up of top stories from the past seven days: Real Madrid's new shirt is made of garbage, the risks of borrowing abroad and the growing refugee crisis in South America.

Adrian Monck 07 Sep 2018

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Africa

Female entrepreneurs in Tanzania don't apply for formal loans. Here's why

With an annual GDP growth of 7% since 2013, Tanzania is one of the fastest growing economies in sub-Saharan Africa. Much of this economic growth is driven by small and medium sized enterp...

Vanessa Naegels · The Conversation 05 Sep 2018

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Africa

A greener technique for creating charcoal is helping Kenyans build a better future

When local authorities in eastern Kenya slapped a ban on trading charcoal earlier this year in an effort to save the region's dwindling forests, charcoal producers worried their income wo...

Isaiah Esipisu · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 05 Sep 2018

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Long-Term Investing, Infrastructure and Development

3 myths about China's investment in Africa and why they need to be dispelled

There are three common misconceptions about China’s involvement in Africa, writes Aubrey Hruby, of the Atlantic Council. Debunking these myths will foster a more constructive understandin...

Atlantic Council 04 Sep 2018

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Africa

Morocco will soon unveil Africa's first high-speed rail link

Is infrastructure investment enough to boost Arab World economies?

Johnny Wood 28 Aug 2018

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Environment and Natural Resource Security

With sensors and apps, young African coders are competing to curb hunger

From an app to diagnose disease on Zambian farms to Tinder-style matchmaking for Senegalese land owners and young farmers, young coders have been finding solutions to hunger in the first ...

Thin Lei Win · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 24 Aug 2018

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Environment and Natural Resource Security

African agriculture has a lot to gain from increased access to big data

African scientists are about to get unprecedented access to enormous amounts of satellite data. This is thanks to a deal signed by the African Union with the European Commission’s Coperni...

Esther Ndumi Ngumbi · The Conversation 24 Aug 2018

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Africa

Central Africa's first major video games studio is inspiring new entrepreneurs

A video games studio is providing training to prospective entrepreneurs.

Inna Lazareva · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 23 Aug 2018

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Precision Medicine

Could Rwanda become Africa's healthcare leader?

The African country has introduced a basic universal health insurance for over 90% of its population, and is using technology to innovate and transform its healthcare system.

Elissa Prichep and Alline Akintore Kabbatende 22 Aug 2018

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Africa

Jack Ma explains why Africa offers opportunities for entrepreneurs

In a speech in South Africa, Alibaba Executive Chairman Jack Ma explained the opportunities available to African entrepreneurs.

Lynsey Chutel · Quartz 20 Aug 2018

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Agriculture, Food and Beverage

This Kenyan online food delivery system is cutting waste

A small organic food shop that decided to go digital has seen a cut in food waste and an increase in sales.

Kagondu Njagi · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 17 Aug 2018

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