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Africa’s Infrastructure Revolution Gains Momentum Through Strategic Coordination and Private Partnerships

Africa stands to unlock $6 billion in GDP value for every $1 billion invested in infrastructure through strategic coordination and enhanced private sector participation, according to a new report. The continent’s portfolio of 130 transnational projects could create 74 million jobs and generate $500 billion in economic value with targeted interventions.

Africa’s Infrastructure Execution Gap Closing Rapidly

While historical challenges have hampered Africa’s infrastructure development, a new report from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) indicates the continent is poised for transformational change. According to the analysis, Africa possesses all fundamental building blocks for infrastructure success – political commitment, identified projects, available financing mechanisms and proven delivery models.

by Nathan Cole
BusinessEnergy

Eskom Returns to Profitability After 8 Years But Faces Ongoing Operational Challenges

South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom has returned to profitability with R23.9-billion pre-tax profit for 2025, marking its first positive financial result since 2017. While reduced loadshedding and operational improvements drove the turnaround, escalating municipal debt and audit qualifications persist as major concerns for the electricity provider’s sustainability.

South Africa’s state-owned enterprise Eskom has achieved a remarkable financial turnaround, reporting R23.9-billion profit before tax for the 2025 financial year – its first profitable result in eight years. Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso welcomed the positive development in her weekly newsletter, noting that the improved performance offers significant benefits for both the power utility and the broader South Africa economy.

Operational Improvements Drive Eskom’s Financial Recovery

by Nathan Cole