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1 week ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
The Africa Barista Championship 2025 concluded with South Africa, Uganda and Kenya earning the top honours. Yet the most compelling story brewed beyond the trophies. Held from 24 to 28 February in Dar es Salaam, the championship was more than a showcase of world-class skill—it was a declaration of identity and an affirmation of African coffee culture. Twenty-three baristas from 14 countries competed in front of packed audiences during the 21st African Fine Coffees Conference and Exhibition (AFCA).
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1 week ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
Zimbabwe is deepening its trade relations with China by positioning itself as a reliable supplier of avocados and macadamia nuts, with a particular focus on produce grown by small-scale farmers. This strategic export push is being led by ZimTrade, the country’s national trade development and promotion organisation. The initiative is spearheaded by ZimTrade’s Chief Executive, Allan Majuru, who recently hosted the Zimbabwe–China Avocado and Macadamia Inward Buyers Mission.
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1 week ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
Mozambique’s energy sector is poised for a transformation as the World Bank intensifies its support for the Mphanda Nkuwa hydropower project. This initiative aims to enhance energy access and foster regional integration, aligning with the nation’s broader development goals.The Mphanda Nkuwa project, situated approximately 60 kilometers downstream from the Cahora Bassa dam on the Zambezi River, is designed to generate 1,500 megawatts of electricity.
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2 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
Namibia is set to significantly increase the minimum threshold for local ownership in mining projects, reinforcing its strategy to ensure that its citizens derive greater benefits from the country’s abundant natural resources. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Mines and Energy, Natangwe Ithete, during a recent industry engagement.
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2 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
Zambia, home to some of Africa’s most spectacular biodiversity, is taking significant steps to better integrate its conservation assets into national development planning. With 20 national parks and 36 game management areas (GMAs) covering 30% of the country’s land area, Zambia’s natural heritage supports not only critical ecosystems but also food security, climate resilience, and rural livelihoods.
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2 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
Eni has received the green light from the Government of Mozambique to proceed with the development of Coral Norte, the company’s second floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) platform in the gas-rich Rovuma Basin. This approval paves the way for a final investment decision (FID), according to a report by Reuters on Wednesday. The development plan for Coral Norte targets the production of 3.55 million tonnes per year (tpy) of LNG over a 30-year period from offshore Area 4 in northern Mozambique.
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2 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
The African Development Bank (AfDB), the Government of Mozambique, and Korea’s Busan Technopark have officially launched an innovative drone-driven disaster management initiative to strengthen Mozambique’s resilience to climate-related crises. The initiative is set to transform how the country monitors and responds to natural disasters such as floods, mudslides, and cyclones, which have frequently devastated its infrastructure, agriculture, and communities.
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3 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
For decades, lawyers across Africa have watched as legal communities elsewhere shape global policy, influence governance, and build cohesive professional networks. The American Bar Association (ABA) drives legal discourse in the United States. The Council of Bars and Law Societies of Europe (CCBE) fosters legal unity across the EU. Even the South Asian Bar Association (SABA) has built meaningful cross-border collaboration.
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3 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
In a significant milestone for Africa UAE air transport connectivity, Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways have entered into a strategic partnership that will reshape regional aviation dynamics. Signed in Addis Ababa, the agreement unites two powerhouse carriers, each playing a pivotal role in their respective regions. With air travel demand steadily rising between Africa and the Gulf, this move is both timely and strategic.
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3 weeks ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Elizabeth Khumalo
In a decisive move to uphold monetary policy objectives and stabilise the Tanzanian Shilling, the Bank of Tanzania has intervened in the Interbank Foreign Exchange Market (IFEM), aligning with its 2023 Foreign Exchange Intervention Policy. The central bank sold $25 million through a competitive auction, aiming to address liquidity demands while maintaining confidence in the foreign exchange market.
