TAKE STEP AFRICA

TAKE STEP AFRICA TSA is a global innovation agency that shapes politics, power, censorship, surveillance, and systems of control. Take Step Africa is expansive and awkward.
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It includes storytellers, technologists, entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, publishers, designers, startups & evil doers. Take Step Africa shapes politics, democracy, and power; and censorship, surveillance, and the power of control. It includes storytellers, technologists, entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, publishers, designers, startups, political and social activists, evil-doers, creatio

n, disruption, information overload, a world of choice – and choices about how we live, learn and care for each other. Take Step Africa is curated and edited by Marlon Tshimanga. Since 2018 he has convened and facilitated a global network of media, technology, business, and creative leaders. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

⚡ Johann Rupert's energy company is helping break Eskom's monopoly.South Africa's electricity market is changing.EXSA (f...
05/08/2026

⚡ Johann Rupert's energy company is helping break Eskom's monopoly.

South Africa's electricity market is changing.

EXSA (formerly the Energy Exchange of Southern Africa), backed by Johann Rupert's Remgro, is helping businesses buy electricity directly from independent power producers instead of relying solely on Eskom.

Using Eskom's transmission grid, EXSA connects companies with renewable energy through electricity wheeling, creating more competition, expanding customer choice, and supporting investment in cleaner energy.

While Eskom remains the country's main electricity provider, private energy traders like EXSA are playing an increasing role in reshaping South Africa's power sector.

Do you think more private companies should be allowed to compete with Eskom?

SAM SMITH: FEARLESS IN ART & STYLE“Sam Smith continues to redefine what it means to be an artist. Beyond their Grammy‑wi...
05/08/2026

SAM SMITH: FEARLESS IN ART & STYLE

“Sam Smith continues to redefine what it means to be an artist. Beyond their Grammy‑winning voice, Sam uses fashion as a canvas bold, avant‑garde, and unapologetically authentic.

Every appearance is more than an outfit; it’s a statement of courage, creativity, and individuality. By blending historical echoes with futuristic design, Sam reminds us that art is not confined to music it lives in every gesture, every silhouette, every daring choice.

In a world that often demands conformity, Sam stands tall as a symbol of freedom and self‑expression. Their journey inspires countless fans to embrace who they are, without compromise.”

Sam Smith is not just performing songs they are performing life itself, with artistry that challenges norms and celebrates authenticity.

AFRICA’S RIGHTFUL PLACE IN GLOBAL FOOTBALL“Portugal’s Green Party may question Morocco’s role, but Africa’s presence at ...
05/08/2026

AFRICA’S RIGHTFUL PLACE IN GLOBAL FOOTBALL

“Portugal’s Green Party may question Morocco’s role, but Africa’s presence at the 2030 FIFA World Cup is not up for debate. Morocco 🇲🇦 stands as a symbol of continental pride a bridge between Africa and Europe, proving that our nations can host, lead, and inspire on the world stage.

The call to exclude Morocco reflects old habits of exclusion, but the world has changed. Africa is not a spectator; Africa is a co‑architect of global progress.

From Rabat to Lagos, from Dakar to Johannesburg, the continent’s heartbeat echoes through every match, every cheer, every victory. The 2030 World Cup belongs to all of us a shared celebration of unity, resilience, and African excellence.”

Morocco’s co‑hosting is more than a logistical choice it’s a Pan‑African triumph, affirming Africa’s power and partnership in shaping global sport.

President Bola Tinubu did state that hunger and economic challenges have been present in Nigeria for generations, stress...
05/08/2026

President Bola Tinubu did state that hunger and economic challenges have been present in Nigeria for generations, stressing that these issues did not begin with his administration.

MOST POPULATED AFRICAN COUNTRIES 20261️⃣ Nigeria — ~223 million2️⃣ Ethiopia — ~126 million3️⃣ Egypt — ~112 million4️⃣ DR...
05/08/2026

MOST POPULATED AFRICAN COUNTRIES 2026

1️⃣ Nigeria — ~223 million
2️⃣ Ethiopia — ~126 million
3️⃣ Egypt — ~112 million
4️⃣ DR Congo — ~102 million
5️⃣ Tanzania — ~67 million
6️⃣ South Africa — ~61 million
7️⃣ Kenya — ~56 million
8️⃣ Uganda — ~49 million
9️⃣ Sudan — ~48 million
🔟 Algeria — ~46 million

Nigeria dominates with over 200 million people nearly 1 in 6 Africans.

East Africa rising: Ethiopia, DR Congo, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda are demographic engines.

North Africa strong: Egypt, Sudan, Algeria remain major population centers.

Southern Africa steady: South Africa holds its place with slower growth compared to East Africa.

By 2026, Africa’s population is already surging past 1.4 billion, with Nigeria leading as the continent’s demographic giant.

05/08/2026

₦180,000 equals about $132 US dollars exchange rate. This shows the new Nigerian soldier salary translates internationally.

05/08/2026

Tinubu lifts soldiers’ pay from ₦100k to ₦180k.”
“More money in the ranks, but will it bring more security?”

ZAMBIA MODERNIZES ITS MONEY — NEW K200 & K500 NOTESThe Bank of Zambia has introduced K200 and K500 notes, strengthening ...
05/08/2026

ZAMBIA MODERNIZES ITS MONEY — NEW K200 & K500 NOTES

The Bank of Zambia has introduced K200 and K500 notes, strengthening the kwacha and easing high‑value transactions.

K200 note → Designed for everyday larger purchases, reducing the need to carry bundles of smaller notes.

K500 note → Tailored for big transactions, reflecting Zambia’s growing economy.

Modern security features → Updated designs to prevent counterfeiting and align with international standards.

Efficiency: Fewer notes needed for high‑value payments.

Confidence: Launch coincides with inflation steady at 6.5%, reinforcing trust in the kwacha.

Symbolism: A statement of Zambia’s economic resilience and modernization.

The new K200 and K500 notes are more than currency they are a symbol of Zambia’s economic confidence and sovereignty.

Garvey’s shrine is not just a monument it is a reminder that Africa’s independence struggles and the Caribbean’s libera...
05/08/2026

Garvey’s shrine is not just a monument it is a reminder that Africa’s independence struggles and the Caribbean’s liberation movements are one story. By laying a wreath, Ghana symbolically re‑ties the continent to its diaspora, showing that Pan‑African unity is lived, not just spoken.

SOUTH AFRICA DEMANDS INDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT NOT JUST POWER PROJECTSChina has pledged support for 100 GW of new power cap...
05/08/2026

SOUTH AFRICA DEMANDS INDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT NOT JUST POWER PROJECTS

China has pledged support for 100 GW of new power capacity and 14,500 km of transmission upgrades in South Africa. But here’s the real breakthrough:

This isn’t just about importing turbines or panels. Beijing firms will manufacture transformers, pylons, inverters, and smart meters inside South Africa. That means jobs, factories, and skills rooted on African soil.

For decades, Africa was told to accept turnkey imports while exporting raw materials. Now South Africa is showing another path: demand local manufacturing, demand industrial sovereignty, demand partnerships that build capacity at home.

The lesson is clear: Africa doesn’t just need electricity. Africa needs ownership of the technology that powers it.

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