The growth of renewable energy capacity in Africa slightly exceeded the global average in 2025, according to the 2026 edition of the report Delivering on the UAE Consensus by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Eastern Africa added 5.6 gigawatts (GW) of renewable electricity capacity in 2025, nearly half of the 11.3 GW of new capacity recorded across the continent. The continent's total renewable energy capacity increased by 42%, reaching 18.7 GW. Southern Africa followed with 3.5 GW of new capacity, ahead of North Africa's 1.9 GW. Central Africa and West Africa together added less than 0.4 GW. These figures include all renewable technologies, such as hydropower. While Africa's renewable energy capacity grew by 15.9% in 2025—slightly above the global average of 15.5%—the continent's total capacity remains at about 82 GW, compared to 5,150 GW worldwide. Tripling this capacity would not be a meaningful target, as it would not fully address the continent's energy needs. The main challenge lies in developing an electricity supply that can meet the needs of both people and economies. The Italian coffee chain Café Barbera is expanding its presence in Africa, entering the Kenyan market. Africa is one of the regions where coffee consumption remains the lowest globally. Between a country's desire to boost local consumption and the challenges of establishing a new brand, Café Barbera's entry highlights the potential and complexities of the African market. Innocent Konan has been the new General Manager of the Bayer entity for West and Central Africa since July 1st, 2026. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's operations and strategies in the region, focusing on agricultural and health solutions tailored to local needs. After mobilizing 108.77 billion CFA francs (equivalent to $185.9 million) to support 3,715 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the SGPME has expanded its guarantee mechanism. This initiative aims to provide financial security and encourage investment in local businesses, helping to foster economic development across the continent. From Cotonou to Tema, passing through Lomé and Lagos, the transport of goods to Niger is becoming increasingly competitive between the ports. This competition reflects the growing importance of efficient logistics in West Africa, as countries seek to improve trade and reduce reliance on single routes. In Luanda, a few kilometers from the center of the Angolan capital, the National Museum of Slavery preserves a particularly painful memory of the transatlantic slave trade. The museum serves as a reminder of the region's history and the lasting impact of colonialism and slavery on African societies. African filmmakers continue to use French as a vector for dialogues in their productions, even though it is often mixed with local languages. This linguistic blend reflects the continent's diverse cultural landscape and the historical influence of French colonial rule, while also aiming to make films more accessible to local audiences.