Nigeria, often referred to as the “Giant of Africa,” is the continent’s most populous nation and one of its most economically vibrant. With over 220 million people, a rapidly growing middle class, and abundant natural and human resources, Nigeria offers vast opportunities across multiple sectors. For African-American entrepreneurs, Nigeria represents not only a commercial frontier […]
Editorial credit: Catay / Shutterstock.com Situated in West Africa, Niger is a landlocked country bordered by Algeria, Libya, Chad, Nigeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Mali. Despite facing development challenges, Niger possesses vast potential through its natural resources, agricultural capacity, and youthful population. With growing interest in sustainable investment and cultural reengagement, Niger offers African-American entrepreneurs […]
Kenya is one of Africa’s most dynamic economies and cultural hubs. With a population exceeding 55 million and a strong history of democratic governance and innovation, Kenya offers tremendous potential for African-American investors seeking heritage-aligned, purpose-driven, and financially viable ventures. From its rich linguistic and ethnic mosaic to its robust sectors like agriculture, ICT, and […]
Editorial credit: Roman Yanushevsky / Shutterstock.com Côte d’Ivoire boasts over 60 indigenous ethnic groups, organized into four major cultural regions—Akan (Baoulé, Anyin), Voltaic, Mandé, and Kru—each with distinct art, music, tattoos, and rituals. It’s a musical melting pot: global genres like zouglou, Coupé-Décalé, reggae (Alpha Blondy), and traditional polyrhythms from groups like Bété and Dan […]
The Union of the Comoros is an Indian Ocean archipelago of roughly 900,000 people, spanning three islands—Grande Comore, Mohéli, and Anjouan. With deeply rooted African, Arab, and Malagasy influences, Comorian culture blends Islamic traditions, coastal Swahili‑influenced Swahili music, dhows, mosques, and seasonal dances. Two official languages—French and Sango (Comorian), a Bantu-based lingua franca—reflect both administrative […]
Chad is a vast, landlocked country of approximately 19 million people (2024 estimate), spanning Saharan north to fertile southern savannas with over 200 ethnic groups and 120+ indigenous languages. Two official languages—French and Modern Standard Arabic—are used in government and formal education. Chadian Arabic (Shuwa Arabic), spoken by 40–60% of Chadians, serves as the main lingua […]
Editorial credit: sandis sveicers / Shutterstock.com The Central African Republic is home to over 80 ethnic groups, including the Gbaya, Banda, Fula, Zande, Mbaka, and Baggara Arabs, each with its own traditions and languages. Despite this diversity, two official languages—French and Sango—serve as unifying communicative tools. French is spoken by about 29% of the population, […]
A new report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli details New York’s financial impact from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), including close to $2 billion in funds for environmental and energy purposes that could help lower costs to consumers during New York’s transition to clean energy. DiNapoli warns there is now significant uncertainty about whether […]