In East Africa, the Blue Economy is emerging as a critical driver of economic development, particularly for coastal nations like Kenya and Tanzania, which are endowed with rich marine resources. This concept focuses on the sustainable use of marine ecosystems to support economic growth, improve livelihoods, and foster conservation efforts.
Jahazi, a Swahili word for “sailing vessel” or a “dhow”, is a solution-driven campaign calling on policymakers, environmental advocates, and citizens to take action in protecting and maximizing the region’s marine resources for a sustainable future. This initiative highlights the key benefits of the Blue Economy and its potential to drive lasting economic and environmental impact…

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The Cobalt Corridor: Why the DRC Must Turn Mineral Power Into African Industrial Power
The Democratic Republic of the Congo powers the global cobalt economy, yet too little of that mineral wealth is being converted into electricity, industry, jobs, and long-term prosperity at home. The real challenge is no longer extraction alone. It is how to retain more value on African soil and how to turn that value into African industrial power.

