Studies
Studies and findings on African related issues and topics.
60 new cosmic structures have been discovered by South Africa’s MeerKAT telescope, which is mapping previously unseen gaps between galaxies
Astronomers are uncovering previously hidden structures within some of the universe’s largest objects, known as galaxy clusters. Using the powerful MeerKAT...
Read moreDetailsCoup contagion? A rash of African power grabs suggests copycats are taking note of others’ success
In a scene that has become familiar across parts of Africa of late, a group of armed men in military...
Read moreDetailsOne in three South Africans have never heard of AI: what this means for policy
As South Africa moves towards a national AI strategy following the publication of a National AI Policy Framework, the focus must...
Read moreDetailsSocial Media as a Catalyst for the Spread of Dangerous Wealth Ritual Myths
The majority of these youths, who are hungry for wealth, are attracted to such deceptive ideologies, sometimes using illegal and...
Read moreDetailsOvercoming Education Barriers for Young Mothers in Sub-Saharan Africa
Education remains an essential human right and wealth, an important motivation for financial growth, gender equality, and social progress. However,...
Read moreDetailsYouth Empowerment Through Vocational Training in Rural Sub-Saharan Africa
Unemployment of youth, without a doubt, is constantly pressing in rural areas of sub-Saharan Africa and has limited access to...
Read moreDetailsManufacturers in Ghana and Nigeria claim that although corruption damages businesses, digital technologies provide a chance to combat it
Electronic payments, online procurement systems and automated record-keeping can make business processes more transparent and accountable. Digital platforms can also...
Read moreDetailsEnvironmental Threats and Conservation Efforts in Namibia
Namibia, an arid country with large tracts of desert and renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural...
Read moreDetailsYour teachers’ level of knowledge affects how well you perform in class: perspectives from 14 French-speaking African nations
By Jan Bietenbeck* Countries in sub-Saharan Africa have made remarkable progress towards reaching universal school enrolment in the past 25...
Read moreDetailsIslamic Finance in Nigeria: Between Islamization and Shariah Non-Compliance Polemics
Islamic finance's entrance into Nigerian financial sectors is in its third decade. The introduction of Islamic finance in Nigeria dates...
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