Cracking the gene pool A chip has been created to target genetic variation in people of African descent. It contains millions of genetic variations that are common on the continent, and has the potential… Read more
Common practice Typically, Kenyans without collateral have found accessing traditional loans to be tough – but not anymore. Consumers can now apply for a microloan by using their smartphone data (such as the… Read more
Shaping up In the past year, the majority of sub-Saharan African economies implemented a record number of reforms to improve the business climate for local entrepreneurs. The World Bank’s latest annual Ease of… Read more
Growth spurt While South Africa has been particularly hard hit by recent drought conditions, the country’s commercial producers have plans to plant 26.5% (516 250 ha) more maize than last season. The latest… Read more
Hitting the bullseye South African scientists have introduced Pumelelo, the first Cape buffalo brought into the world by in vitro fertilisation, at a game farm north of Johannesburg. This comes nearly 40 years… Read more
