Africa’s Wealth Titans: The Top 10 Richest People
Africa, a continent of 54 countries, hosts a handful of billionaires in 2024 whose influence spans global markets.
July 7, 2024Section
Eastern Africa
Eastern Africa – Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda – is the continent’s fastest-integrating bloc, a hub for tech, logistics, ports and a rising consumer class along the Indian Ocean trade routes. The Rio Times tracks the region’s growth, currencies, infrastructure megaprojects, and the contest among China, the Gulf and the West for influence. This hub gathers our daily Eastern Africa coverage through a business and investment lens.
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Mozambique’s Struggle Against Cabo Delgado Insurgency
In Mozambique's northern province Cabo Delgado local forces have been battling persistent insurgent threats since 2017. Analysis from The Rio...
July 4, 2024
Kenyan Celebrities Cut Ties with Safaricom Over Protest Censorship Allegations
Several Kenyan celebrities have ended their partnerships with Safaricom the nation's largest telecom company. Coverage and analysis from The Rio...
July 3, 2024
The Controversial Role of A.I. in Rwanda’s Upcoming Elections
Rwanda prepares for its elections on July 15, with President Paul Kagame aiming for another term after more than 20...
July 2, 2024
Strategic Partners: China and Mozambique’s Growing Alliance
In Beijing a significant dialogue unfolded between Mozambique’s Cristóvão Chume and China’s Dong Jun. Coverage and analysis from The Rio...
July 1, 2024
Challenges and Opportunities in Ethiopia’s Banking Reforms
Ethiopia stands at a pivotal point poised to reshape its banking landscape and fuel economic growth through. Coverage and analysis...
June 28, 2024
Kenya’s President Withdraws Finance Bill After Riots and Fatalities
In a dramatic turn of events Kenya's President William Ruto withdrew a contentious finance bill after intense. Coverage and analysis...
June 27, 2024
From Nairobi to Haiti: Kenyan Police Under Global Scrutiny
In Nairobi as demonstrators clashed with police over a contentious financial bill the scenes captured a deeper irony. Analysis from...
June 26, 2024
Kenyan Police Embark on Stabilization Mission in Haiti
This week, Kenyan police embarked on a mission to Haiti, targeting rampant gang violence, collaborating with local authorities. They lead...
June 25, 2024