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Good Morning Africa is your daily source of Economy and Business news from the continent. It is a product of @TheKFinancial, hosted by Ruth Adong.
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The African Diaspora Investment Symposium kicks off this week in Santa Clara under the theme Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth We speak to Almaz Negash, the CEO of the African Diaspora Network, on why the symposium will be moving to Africa.
In this episode, we are joined by Denis Musinguzi, the CEO of Furaha. He discusses the intersection of education and financial inclusion, sharing his insights on building a future for education and ensuring that no one is left behind.
Across the NGO sector, one long-standing challenge has been consistency. Different organizations reporting in different ways, making it hard for donors to compare impact, track funding, and build trust. But that may be changing. A new global framework—the International Not-for-Profit Accounting Standards—is now on the table, aiming to bring order, transparency, and alignment across the sector. So what does this actually mean for NGOs here in Uganda? And why is this conversation happening now?...
Technology is rapidly transforming the world of auditing, and Africa is no exception. In this episode, we speak to Moses Tibamwenda, Audit Partner at BDO, about how innovations like artificial intelligence, cloud computing and blockchain are changing how auditors examine financial records and assess risk. The conversation also explores how the rise of startups and emerging industries is creating new challenges for auditors, especially when companies operate with limited structures and systems...
As the AI conference hosted by Nvidia in Silicon Valley kicks off today, attention is turning to Africa’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem. The conversation comes as Nvidia partners with African talent development platform Gebeya to train the next generation of AI developers across the continent. Almaz Negash, CEO of the African Diaspora Network, joins us for this episode where she reflects on the increasing global interest in Africa’s young and fast-growing popula...
Almaz Negash, founder and CEO of the African Diaspora Network (ADN). She is not just a a prominent trailblazer in Silicon Valley, She has leveraged 25+ years of experience in international trade, business management and social innovation to build successful partnerships with a variety of stakeholders around the world. Today, she joins us to highlight the African Diaspora Network, the opportunities to look out for and so much more.
An important signal may be emerging for African debt markets — and it’s coming from Kenya. Nairobi has secured a debt re-profiling agreement with China, extending repayment on a 3.5 billion dollar loan by 15 years and shifting the denomination from US dollars to the Chinese renminbi. For a continent where China remains the single largest bilateral creditor, this move could set a template. Jibran Qureishi is the Head of Africa Regions Economic Research sheds light on this development.&nb...
WE return with another conversation on AI in higher learning institutions. The Panel explore the theme to be shaped or to shape, the disruption of AI in higher education. We carry soem of the excerpts from the wISE 12
Juliet Oshagbemi, Chief People and Culture Officer (Africa) at Zipline, walk you through the future of Human Capital Strategy. With over 20 years of experience in human capital strategy and organizational development, Juliet has successfully built and scaled people systems in complex, fast‑paced environments. In this session, she will cover: • Managing teams across different generations • The role of AI in the workplace • Human resources in the creative economy • And much more…
we take a closer look at the workplace divide across generations. Millennials, Gen Z, and boomers all see work differently — and that’s reshaping how teams function. We host Juliet Oshagbemi Chief People and Culture Officer (Africa) at Zipline who talks about managing intergenerational teams . She also talks about job security and why it isn’t about tenure anymore. It’s about the value you bring. That’s the shift redefining the future of work…
Experts urge African universities to adopt AI strategically, focusing on value, cost, training, and strong policies to build trust and ensure sustainable integration in higher education.
African aviation is shaped by geography — from Southern Africa’s efficiency to East Africa’s structural challenges and West Africa’s untapped demand. The future depends on reliability, partnerships, and stronger aviation ecosystems.
Africa’s aviation story right now? Two sides of the same coin. Demand is soaring. A continent of over 1.4 billion people, fast-growing cities, and limited transport alternatives means air travel isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. African airlines face some of the highest operating costs in the world, fragmented airspace, strict visa regimes, and limited connectivity. Yet change is in the air. African passengers are more informed, more demanding, and less loyal to national carriers — pus...
Across the continent, startups are developing intelligent tools, talent is growing, and innovation is accelerating. But funding gaps, weak infrastructure, and limited policy support still hold many founders back. Right now, most investors are focused on fintech and logistics — not artificial intelligence. And many governments still see AI as a future issue, not an economic priority. Yet globally, we’ve seen how fast things can change. When OpenAI accelerated AI adoption, investment and policy...
Africa’s competitiveness in 2026 hinges on making the AfCFTA real for small and mid‑sized businesses, not just the big corporates. That means cutting red tape, simplifying compliance, and reducing trade friction so entrepreneurs can spend less time navigating bureaucracy and more time scaling across borders. Minister Ahmed Shide Mohamed from Ethiopia ,Angela Oduor Lungati from Kenya and Minister , Yusuf Maitama Tuggar from Nigeria discuss the risks if we overload AfCFTA with agendas it ...
The African Trade Report 2025 shows that social enterprises are a core part of Africa’s economy. Across the continent, there are over 2.18 million social enterprises creating tens of millions of jobs and contributing up to 3% of Africa’s GDP. What stands out is who is driving this growth. Nearly half of these enterprises are led by women, and a third by young people. These leaders are not just building businesses, they are creating jobs for women and youth in their communities. The report als...
In this episode of "Meet the CEO," we welcome Amadou Daffe, CEO and Co-Founder of Gebeya. Get ready for an engaging discussion that explores the impact of AI on the African continent. Amadou doesn't shy away from conversations about policy and regulation—Is now the right time to start mapping those out? We also delve into talent retention and what support for African startups should look like.
Ethiopia’s message is clear: Africa’s youth jobs crisis is not about lack of labor or ambition — it’s about the high cost of doing business. Unreliable energy, logistics bottlenecks, and expensive production prevent firms from expanding and hiring at scale. Minister of Finance in Ethiopia Ahmed Shide says Jobs are already coming from three areas: agri-food value chains, light manufacturing and industrial parks, and fast-growing urban services.
Uganda’s digital finance space is shifting fast — from closed systems to open banking. Banks, fintechs, and mobile money operators are realizing they can’t thrive alone, as the national switch and mobile money tax debates reshape how Ugandans move money.
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, Africa faces a defining moment. The continent is producing world-class tech talent — but without fast-growing local AI companies, that talent will continue to be absorbed elsewhere, driving a new era of brain drain. This conversation is not just about innovation, but about infrastructure: building companies, creating career pathways, and ensuring AI education shifts from memorization to practical skills in robotics, agents, and real-worl...
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