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THE POWER OF THE BOUNCE BACK.
Botswana is at a turning point.
As the diamond market begins to show signs of recovery, the country is looking beyond the rebound — asking how it can capture more value from its natural resources, diversify its economy and build new industries at home.
From diamonds and renewable energy to technology, investment and the Okavango, Botswana is shaping a broader vision for its next chapter.
In this week’s TIME Africa cover story, we explore Botswana’s economic transition, the future of its diamond industry and what the next cycle of growth could mean for the country.
Read the cover story at the link in bio.
Photo Illustration: @untitled_capital
TIME Africa — The Power to Unite Africa.
30 Sep 2026
THE POWER TO UNITE AFRICA.
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is more than a hydroelectric project. It is a test of what African ambition, capital and regional cooperation can achieve.
Built on the Blue Nile, GERD has the capacity to transform Ethiopia’s energy landscape while creating new possibilities for electricity trade, industrialisation and deeper economic integration across East Africa.
But the dam also sits at the centre of a long-running dispute over the Nile between Ethiopia, Egypt and Sudan.
The bigger question is whether a shared river must remain a source of division — or whether it can become the foundation for shared prosperity.
In this week’s TIME Africa cover story, we examine the power of GERD, the financing behind it, the future of the Nile and what the project could mean for Africa’s development.
Read the full story at the link in bio.
Cover Design: @untitled_capital
Cover Photography: Luis Quintero / Pexels
TIME Africa — The Power to Unite Africa.
09 Sep 2026
Who belongs?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered for more than the football.
It will be remembered for the questions it forced us to confront about identity, citizenship, and what it means to represent a nation in the 21st century.
Lamine Yamal didn’t just help define a tournament.
He helped define a moment.
Our latest TIME Africa cover explores how football has become the world’s most visible stage for belonging—and why the future of national identity may already be here.
Photo Credit: AP/Global Citizen
Cover by @untitled_capital
#2026worldcup
19 Jul 2026
🇳🇬 A historic moment for African football.
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have been crowned FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup champions after defeating Japan 2–1 in the final in Morocco.
The victory makes Nigeria the first African nation to win the tournament, marking a significant milestone for women’s football on the continent.
After losing their opening match to Poland, the Flamingos responded with six consecutive victories to complete a remarkable run to the title.
Their achievement puts Nigeria on the global stage and opens a new chapter for the next generation of African women’s football.
08 Nov 2026
From Addis Ababa to Capitol Hill.
At 29, Ethiopian-born Melat Kiros has made history after winning Colorado’s 1st Congressional District in the November 3 U.S. elections.
Kiros becomes the first Gen Z woman elected to the U.S. Congress and the first Black woman to represent Colorado in the House of Representatives.
Born in Ethiopia and raised in Colorado, her journey from the African continent to American politics marks a significant moment for representation in the United States.
A graduate of Washington College and the University of Notre Dame Law School, Kiros is set to take office in January 2027.
Her election brings an Ethiopian-born voice to Capitol Hill and places a new generation of leadership in the U.S. Congress.
(Cc. @melatkirosco )
06 Nov 2026
Ammar Manla Hasan (@ammaro_x) reviews eight years of Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly’s plan to turn Egypt’s real estate surplus into an export and a reliable source of foreign currency.
Illustration for Time Africa by Amani Yacoub (@amaniyaqob).
05 Nov 2026
🇰🇪 KENYA MAKES HISTORY AT DAKAR 2026! 🥇
Kenya’s Rising Lionesses have claimed gold in women’s rugby sevens at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, defeating Australia 17–12 in a dramatic final.
The victory makes Kenya the first African nation to win rugby sevens gold at an Olympic or Youth Olympic Games, marking a historic milestone for Kenyan sport and African women’s rugby.
The final went into extra time after the teams finished level at 12–12. Mitchelle Chemtai scored the decisive golden-point try to secure the title.
Kenya’s triumph puts the country firmly in the spotlight and gives African rugby another landmark moment on the international stage.
A historic victory for Kenya. A proud moment for African sport.
04 Nov 2026
Namibia has launched a US$2.5 billion fuel infrastructure project led by Nigeria’s Dangote Group, centred on a major storage facility at the port of Walvis Bay.
The project includes a planned 600-million-litre fuel storage facility and a proposed 1,700-kilometre pipeline intended to connect Namibia with landlocked markets across Southern Africa.
The pipeline could serve countries including Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe, with potential links to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The development aims to strengthen regional fuel security, improve access to petroleum products and position Walvis Bay as a strategic distribution hub for the region.
If delivered as planned, the project could reshape how fuel moves across Southern Africa.
04 Nov 2026
Rwanda chose to protect its textile industry, even at the cost of losing preferential access to the United States market.
In 2018, the United States suspended Rwanda’s duty-free apparel benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), following a dispute over Rwanda’s restrictions on second-hand clothing imports.
The disagreement began with a regional ambition: East African countries wanted to reduce dependence on imported second-hand clothes and strengthen domestic textile production. But while several countries stepped back from the plan, Rwanda maintained its position.
The economic consequences were significant. Some Rwandan clothing exports to the US faced tariffs of up to 30%. Yet the country continued pursuing its industrial ambitions. Rwanda’s textile and garment export revenues increased from $5.9 million in 2018 to $34.6 million in 2020, with businesses also targeting other international markets.
However, the bigger challenge remains at home. Local garment factories currently supply only around 5% of the country’s clothing needs, while the government aims to achieve 100% locally made clothing supply by 2029.
Rwanda’s decision raises a bigger question: how much economic pressure should a country be willing to accept to protect and build its own industries?
United States Trade Representative (USTR); The New Times Rwanda.
03 Nov 2026
The capital city of Luanda is the economic, political and musical heart of Angola.
The natural rift valley of Alto Bimbe sits at an altitude of more than 2000 metres.
These wooden fishing boats are an essential economic and cultural part of local fishermen.
The most famous Angolan proverb is that the young can walk faster, but the elder knows the road.
The Southern tribe of Mwmuila women create red braids using red stone, oil and herbs.
The Bantu ethnic group of Mucubal live in the extreme climates of the Namib Desert. They are known for their unique language and resilience.
Bicuar National park in Huila, Angola is in the process of the natural restoration of its African lions.
Photos taken by Cahali Joao @khali_cbmj and Edna Augusto @edna_fansony
03 Nov 2026
Rwanda and Russia have signed a new nuclear energy agreement, marking another step in the East African country’s efforts to develop nuclear infrastructure and diversify its energy ambitions.
The memorandum of understanding was signed between Russia’s state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, and the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board during the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow.
The partnership will focus on the development of small modular nuclear reactors, the establishment of a Centre for Nuclear Science and Technology, and the training of Rwandan nuclear scientists and technical personnel.
For Rwanda, the agreement represents an opportunity to strengthen its scientific capabilities, develop technical expertise and explore nuclear power as part of its long-term energy strategy. It also reflects growing cooperation between African countries and international partners in the development of energy infrastructure.
However, the memorandum is a framework for cooperation, not a final construction contract for a commercial nuclear power plant. Its impact will depend on the technical assessments, investment, regulatory processes and implementation that follow.
03 Nov 2026
How Maryam Bukar Hassan’s visit to Uzbekistan highlights the power of peace and cultural diplomacy.
From spoken-word poetry to international partnerships, Uzbekistan is drawing global attention as it connects its cultural heritage with a more outward-looking future.
At the TIME Africa Vanguard Awards in Uzbekistan, Nigerian poet and UN Global Advocate for Peace Maryam Bukar Hassan, known professionally as Alhanislam, used the power of artistic expression to connect people across borders.
Beyond the ceremony, Uzbekistan’s growing international profile reflects a broader effort to strengthen cultural diplomacy and build global partnerships. From hosting international gatherings in Samarkand to advancing initiatives focused on children’s wellbeing, the country is positioning itself as a meeting point for dialogue and cooperation.
These developments raise a broader question about how countries can use culture, international engagement and shared priorities to strengthen their place in an increasingly interconnected world.
Read the full story on TIME Africa. Link in bio.
29 Oct 2026
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