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Health economics research estimates that obesity cost South Africa approximately R33.2 billion in 2020, equivalent to about 15% of government health expenditure and roughly 0.67% of GDP. (Yunmai/Unsplash) South Africa faces a growing health crisis that remains largely overlooked in national policy debates. While the country has made significant progress in tackling infectious diseases such

Soccer Africa’s influence in global football continues to grow, with many of the continent’s best players now starring for elite clubs across Europe, Soccernet.ng...

Refurbished devices have captured a significant slice of the pie, accounting for nearly 23% of global smartphone sales in 2023 with over 310 million units sold. ...

The growth of South Africa’s sports betting sector tells a positive economic narrative. However, stakeholders may turn to the government to improve oversight and civic responsibilities to protect the most vulnerable communities of the Rainbow Nation. Sports betting is driving a boom in South Africa’s gaming industry according to government figures, which are being mirrored

SureChill Africa Limited, once a rising star in sustainable cooling solutions for off-grid and healthcare applications, has entered administration—despite raising a total of over $9 million in funding. The announcement underscores the difficult operating environment for climate-tech startups in emerging markets. A Promising Start with Breakthrough Innovation SureChill developed a unique cooling technology that leverages

This article was contributed to TechCabal by Dipo Omogbenigun, Sales Director, Enterprise, Smile ID  Africa’s technological revolution is undeniable. Across the continent, thousands of companies are developing innovative solutions that serve millions daily, driving economic transformation at an unprecedented pace. With Africa now home to eight unicorns, the momentum and potential for further growth are

Soccer Nigeria’s Super Falcons have retained their status as Africa’s best women’s football team in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking released on Thursday,...

Timothy Ayelagbe dreams of using technology to advance health care and make other improvements across Africa. Ayelagbe calls microelectronics his “joy and passion” and says he wants to use the expertise he’s gaining in the field to help others. “My ultimate goal,” he says, “is to uplift my fellow Africans.” Timothy Ayelagbe Volunteer Roles: IEEE