The small Republic of Djibouti, with a population of just over one million, intends to turn a corner by diversifying its economy beyond its port activities. Its geographical position at the entrance to the Red Sea, as well as its political and monetary stability, are key assets in strengthening its role as a regional crossroads. Will it use the model of a city-state like Singapore?

The initiative will allow Egypt to foster AI development and applications across Africa, and also provide training and support to other African nations.

Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank Group, has made a fervent call to end negative stereotyping of the continent in the international media and to champion a more positive portrayal of Africa and its development.

H.E. Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti extends a warm invitation to would-be-investors at the inaugural Djibouti Forum.

As civil war stuck, young Sudanese entrepreneurs lost their businesses and fled towards Egypt. In Cairo, they are busily rebuilding their lives and hopes, finds Bianca Carrera Espriu.

Computer chips, the core of new consumer products from trucks to toasters, had their origins in weaponry. Now their makers have reached the top of the corporate stack, writes Stephen Williams.