Our reports on sustainability trends across Africa examine efforts in economic progress, social well-being, and environmental conservation.

Across Africa

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The Problem with Treating Technology as a Silver Bullet for Education

While EdTech promises transformation, relying solely on technology overlooks crucial infrastructure gaps that hinder meaningful educational progress.
Avatar photo Thelma Ideozu
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Who Really Controls Africa’s Solar Switch?

Foreign investments dominate Africa’s solar projects, but are local communities gaining control, or is history repeating itself?
Portrait of Victoria Agbakwuru Victoria Agbakwuru
6 min read
Female Biogas Production Engineer. Photo illustration by Tomi Abe

The Green Job Paradox: Who Wins and Who’s Left Behind?

While green jobs promise growth, unequal access to resources, training, and infrastructure may leave many behind in the transition.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
9 min read
Electric Tuk-Tuks. Photo by Tomi Abe

E-Mobility for the Many, Not the Few

What strategies can Africa adopt to make e-mobility affordable and accessible while bridging the gap in urban transportation for underserved communities?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read
A rising graph over an African cityscape

The Surprising Ways Africa Is Funding Its Future

As Africa faces immense challenges, it's tapping into unexpected sources of funding and innovation to secure its future growth.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
13 min read
Handshake symbolizing collaboration on renewable energy for a sustainable future. Photo by Tomi Abe.

The Stakes of COP28 and the Road to COP29

As COP29 approaches, Africa faces urgent challenges in climate finance, energy transition, and adaptation, demanding immediate attention and decisive action.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read
The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

As dietary habits shift globally, understanding the impact of cultural traditions and modern influences is essential for making healthier choices.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read
The Complex World of African Activism

The Complex World of African Activism

As youth-led movements rise across Africa, citizens are increasingly demanding accountability and reform in response to widespread social and economic issues.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
7 min read

What Your Lunch Break Says About Your Wellbeing

If taking a lunch break could boost your mood, reduce stress, and improve productivity, wouldn’t it be worth prioritizing?
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
9 min read

Is Africa’s Food Crisis Too Big to Fix?

AFS 2024 highlights innovative solutions and urgent collaboration needed to address Africa’s food crisis, challenging us to act decisively.
The Publishers
9 min read

The True Cost of African Beauty

The growing hair extension market in Africa faces significant environmental challenges, demanding sustainable solutions and informed consumer choices.
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
6 min read
African farmer with mobile phone

Why African Farmers Face a Digital Divide Despite Tech Advances

African farmers are increasingly benefiting from digital technology, but challenges like digital literacy, infrastructure, and access remain significant barriers to widespread...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read
Policy Makers in Action

Africa’s Sustainable Development Hinges on Data: Here’s Why

Data stands as the cornerstone of Africa's path toward sustainable development, crucial for informed decision-making and effective policy implementation across all...
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
7 min read

How will Africa Shape the Paris 2024 Olympics?

The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight Africa's rising influence in global sports, with an unprecedented number of African athletes and cultural...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read
Deforestation Burger

Can We Break Free from Fast Food?

The rapid growth of fast food in Africa has reshaped diets, economies, and health, prompting urgent calls for balanced and nutritious...
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
8 min read