Quidah is an online platform that connects investors with curated opportunities and expert insights on Africa’s emerging markets, while offering businesses promotional services, partnership facilitation, and market intelligence to attract capital and grow their operations.
Africa is making significant strides toward energy and economic self-sufficiency, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the forefront due to its expanding mining sector. The DRC, already a global leader in cobalt and copper reserves, is experiencing a renewed mining surge following the discovery of new mineral-rich areas. These developments are attracting fresh investment and forging key international partnerships.
According to Djimpe Landry of Innogence Consulting in Kinshasa, the new Geological Research Zones offer long-term investment potential and promote more accountable resource governance. Complementing these opportunities, the DRC government has implemented regulatory reforms—including streamlined mining codes and strengthened oversight—to create a more favourable environment for investors and sustainable energy initiatives.
However, ongoing insecurity in eastern DRC remains a concern. Analysts stress the need for equitable partnerships that prioritise technology transfer, local employment, and environmental safeguards to ensure that Congolese citizens benefit fully from the sector’s growth.
Meanwhile, in Kenya, electric vehicle manufacturer Spiro has launched Africa’s first all-female EV assembly line in Nairobi. This landmark project not only accelerates the transition to green mobility but also creates new roles for women in STEM and industrial trades, redefining gender roles in climate technology and manufacturing.
On the energy front, Afreximbank has unveiled a $3 billion credit facility to strengthen regional fuel refining capacity and reduce reliance on imported petroleum products. The fund will support projects such as Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery and Angola’s Lobito and Cabinda facilities, reinforcing Africa’s drive for energy sovereignty, regional trade, and price stability.
From mining reforms to renewable transport and regional refining, Africa is laying the foundations for a more self-reliant and industrialised future, powered by local talent, innovation, and strategic infrastructure.