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Rwanda Launches National AI Partnership with Anthropic
The Government of Rwanda has signed a three-year memorandum of understanding with US-based AI research company Anthropic to introduce artificial intelligence tools across public institutions. The agreement, announced on 17 February 2026, sets out a coordinated, government-wide approach to AI deployment a first of its scale on the continent. Under the deal, software teams within
Africa's Energy Pressure Cooker: Balancing Development, Resources, and Global Climate Demands
Background To Africa's Energy Development Hurdle The U.S. is exerting pressure on the International Energy Agency (IEA) to abandon its climate-focused agenda and return to its core mission of ensuring global energy security. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright criticises the IEA's modelling as ideologically driven, urging a pivot toward practical solutions like clean cooking access.
Breaking News Today – Friday 20 February 2026
Business News Today Moon Mission May be Possible in March NASA's giant moon rocket was put through a second fuelling test run yesterday, after leaks had halted the initial dress rehearsal and delayed the first moon landing attempt by astronauts in more than half a century. For the second time this month, launch teams pumped around
Is Connectivity and Safety Tech in African Mining Proactive or Simply Compliant?
Connectivity and safety technologies have long been framed as essential upgrades for African mining operations. However, uptake has consistently trailed global benchmarks. High capital costs, infrastructure capacity shortfalls, and competing operational demands have slowed deployment across both open-pit and underground sites. Of course, one might argue that progress is visible, but it remains far from
THE MINING WRAP
Caterpillar finalised the acquisition of RPMGlobal Holdings Limited on February 18, 2026, adding mining schedule and simulation software to its portfolio and enabling direct integration of equipment performance data into mine planning systems. The integration improves alignment between haulage output, maintenance intervals and production schedules, particularly in high-tonnage operations in South Africa and Zambia, where
Franchise Trends and Scope in Africa in 2026
With the Franchise Association of South Africa’s 2026 National Conference and Expo kicking off in Johannesburg today , there is growing evidence that franchising in the country is setting a solid platform for small business growth, not only in South Africa, but across Africa. South African Franchise Landscape South Africa's franchising sector is the most developed
Eni Reports Major Gas and Condensate Discovery Offshore Côte d’Ivoire
Eni has reported a major gas and condensate discovery at its Murene South-1X well in Block CI-501 offshore Côte d’Ivoire, adding weight to the scale of the Calao channel complex and placing the find among the country’s largest hydrocarbon discoveries. The Italian energy major said the well intersected Cenomanian reservoir sands estimated to contain around
Toyota’s New Land Cruiser FJ Headed to South Africa in Q2 2026
Toyota is preparing to introduce the Land Cruiser FJ to South Africa in the second quarter of 2026., placing the model as a strategic addition to its local SUV portfolio. Unveiled by Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) at its recent State of the Motoring Industry event, the FJ arrives at a time when demand for
Canal+ Centralises Control of SuperSport’s Sports Rights in Paris
MultiChoice’s new controlling shareholder, Canal+, has taken away SuperSport’s authority to decide which sports rights to buy, with those calls now made at its head office in Paris. Veteran broadcasting journalist Thinus Ferreira told 702 that the move is tied to Canal+’s drive to cut spending. The company has already told investors it needs to
Breaking News Today – Thursday 19 February 2026
Business News Today Marafe – Glencore Ferro-Chrome Smelter Back Online – For Now Lion Smelter’s co-owner Merafe Resources said in a statement yesterday that the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) had approved a 35% reduction in electricity tariffs, allowing the restart of their power-intensive smelter, owned within a joint venture between Merafe and Glencore. The statement
Business School – Challenges Facing African Small Businesses in Export Markets
Exports A Key Pathway to SME Growth Africa's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the continent's economy, accounting for over 80% of employment and contributing significantly to GDP in many countries. Yet, when it comes to exporting, these businesses face a daunting array of hurdles that limit their access to global markets.
Green Bonds and the Capital Realities of Africa’s Energy Transition
The central constraint in Africa’s energy transition lately has not been technology, but funding. Expanding electricity access to hundreds of millions of people while moving toward cleaner power sources will require capital at a scale few national budgets can sustain. That financing gap is precisely where green bonds are beginning to gain traction and feature
How a 15-year business journey found a new way to help people navigate change
The Change Science Institute (CSI), founded in 2025, is the culmination of life insurer BrightRock’s 15-year exploration of how people experience and navigate change. The research led entity is dedicated to translating the science of change into practical tools and insights that help people better manage life’s transitions. Brendan Wade, Executive Lead of the Change
China to Grant Zero Tariff Access to 53 African Countries from May 2026
China will remove tariffs on imports from 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations, effective May 1, 2026. President Xi Jinping announced the decision in a message delivered to African heads of state at the 39th African Union summit in Addis Ababa. Under the policy, qualifying African exports will receive full zero-tariff treatment
MTN Tables R35.3bn Offer to Buy Out IHS
MTN Group has agreed to buy out minority shareholders in IHS Towers. The deal would bring nearly 29 000 telecom towers across Africa back under its direct control. It reverses years of divestments in which MTN sold passive infrastructure to tower operators. The IHS board has accepted an offer of US$8.50 per share, a 9.7%
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 18 February 2026
Business News Today Social Media Addiction Trial Revealing Major Concerns For Parents One of the notable claims revealed during testimony at the social media addiction trial that began last week in Los Angeles County Superior Court, reveals that social media addition for children has become problematic. The plaintiff in the lawsuit is identified by her
Volkswagen Celebrates 75 Years in SA and 30 Years of Polo Production
Volkswagen marked 75 years of operations in South Africa in 2026, while also reaching 30 years of Polo production at its Kariega assembly plant in the Eastern Cape. The dual anniversary focused attention on one of the country’s longest-running automotive manufacturing operations and a model that has become central to Volkswagen’s export programme. Polo production
South African Billionaire Patrice Motsepe Steps Down as ARM Executive Chair
Billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe has stepped down as executive chairman of African Rainbow Minerals ARM following a change to the JSE’s Listings Requirements. Motsepe’s transition ends more than two decades in the executive chairman role at ARM. He will remain on the board as non-executive chairman. ARM informed shareholders on Monday, 16 February 2026, that
Regulatory state: A Protection Racket and the Rise of “New Communism”
Author: Brian Benfield Regulation Has Become a Protection Racket In the contemporary Western world, regulation has ceased to function as a neutral instrument of public order. It has instead evolved into a quasi-mafioso system that extracts rents from the productive sector under colour of law. What presents itself as governance increasingly resembles a protection racket:
Malawi Suspends New Mining Licences and Bans Raw Mineral Exports
Malawi has suspended the issuance of new mining licences and banned the export of raw, unprocessed minerals. The change introduces tighter control over how mineral resources are licensed and commercialised at a time when mining is drawing increased policy attention. Government officials have announced a review of the national mining licence registry and indicated that