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Meet the woman who planted the Nairobi trees

Two decades ago, Christine Wangari’s seedlings left Nakuru for Nairobi’s dusty lots. Today, her acacias, crotons, neem, and others help define what is today, the green city under the sun. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Christine Wangari wrapped her arms around the rough trunk of a towering acacia in …

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Cameroon’s cotton revival knits past resilience to future gain

    After years of innovation, farmer mobilization, and industrial planning, Cameroon’s cotton sector is reversing recent declines. With growing productivity and local processing, cotton is weaving cultural identity and unlocking economic opportunities in the fashion industry. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY |  Years of seed innovation, farmer mobilization, and …

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South Africa wine industry bounces back

  South Africa’s wine industry is bouncing back with a premium push and bolder export plays, favored by near-perfect weather. As global rivals falter, local producers are raising their glass to a standout 2025 harvest. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY |Favorable weather, better vineyard practices, and a strategic shift toward …

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Age of smart retail in Africa is here

As AI systems become more localized, Africa’s retail sector is evolving from shelves and checkouts into smart, seamless personalized experiences, transforming how Africans shop and interact with brands. The sector is billed to have the potential for unlocking the highest economic value from gen AI in Africa. SPECIAL REPORT | …

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Africa’s banking sector is forging a fresh path in the access to climate finance

Africa’s banking sector is integrating green finance from within, using existing institutions to bypass the cost and complexity of standalone green banks. The result is a strategic, locally grounded model tackling the continent’s climate finance shortfall. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | African banks are increasingly integrating green finance instruments …

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