AI Could Run Africa Better Than Politicians


The author reflects on Nigeria's past, highlighting the decline in living standards due to reduced government oversight after 1999. Suggesting a revival through AI in governance, they propose essential services remain public, create government-owned companies, improve transparency, and empower youth leadership. The aim is to rebuild the middle class and enhance accountability.

Africa’s Role at the UN: Why We Need a Seat


Adebayo Alonge, speaking at the UN General Assembly, emphasizes Africa's need for representation in global decision-making, particularly on the Security Council. He underscores the importance of empowering African citizens through education and healthcare while calling on the diaspora to invest sustainably. This will enable Africans to shape their own future and narrative.

The GPT‑5 Revolution: A Playbook for African Founders


The last AI wave wrote copy. This one runs companies. In this edition I unpack GPT-5’s impact on African founders: collapsing cost curves, multilingual-by-default products, and moats built on trusted local data. You’ll get 7 plays to close the gap (edge-first design, data commons, compliance-as-UX), 5 launchable business models, and a vendor checklist to stay regulator-ready.