Africa Consumer Rights Watch

18/03/2026

Twenty civil society organisations have sharply condemned the conduct of President William Ruto over what they describe as profane and divisive public utterances, warning that the remarks undermine the dignity of the presidency.

Twenty civil society organisations have sharply condemned the conduct of President William Ruto over what they describe as profane and divisive public utterances, warning that the remarks undermine the dignity of the presidency.

22/12/2025

The Sh100 bottle that could kill you: Inside Kenya's festive season crackdown on alcohol

Officials warn that the lure of cheap liquor remains one of the deadliest public health threats during peak drinking periods.

22/12/2025

Food safety tips every Kenyan needs this festive season.

Public health experts are urging Kenyans to remain vigilant to avoid food poisoning.

22/12/2025

Revolutionary AI tool could transform pneumonia diagnosis and save lives

Technology could improve early diagnosis, ease pressure on health systems, and help address rising antibiotic resistance, a global threat.

30/11/2025

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗞𝗖𝗢𝗔 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

Africa’s agroecology story is growing roots — and the multipliers making it happen are coming together!

Join our Networking Meeting on December 4, 2025 (1 pm–4 pm EAT) to explore new farming trends, innovations in the field, and what collaboration means for the future

Join the meeting here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84091145316?pwd=QaSvWgfAUFXvpAmp6RE70KpMmlcOrY.1

Note: English and French translations available

30/11/2025

30/11/2025

30/11/2025

For thousands of years, communities have selected, preserved, and shared seeds. Each seed holds not only genetic material but also the histories of the people who nurtured it: the foods they ate, the climates they survived, the rituals they cherished. When we save seeds, we preserve these stories for future generations.
It ensures that farmers and gardeners, not corporations or patents, remain the stewards of biodiversity and food security.
When the seeds survive, the culture survives.
When the culture survives, the people remain rooted; connected to land, memory, and one another.

30/11/2025

Africa's AI Leadership

Africa is officially seizing its moment in the global AI revolution! We are moving decisively to become a major producer, not just a consumer, in the digital economy.

Here are the key drivers positioning Africa for massive growth:

1. Youth and Adoption

Africa boasts the world's youngest population, with a mean age of 19.7. This youthful demographic is already embracing AI with fervor—Kenya, for example, has the highest per capita adoption rate of ChatGPT globally. To capitalize on this, we must continue nurturing young leaders, fostering entrepreneurship, and prioritizing education in science and mathematics.

2. Unprecedented Infrastructure Scale

The digital foundation is being rapidly established:

* Connectivity: Over 120,000 kilometers of fiber have been laid across the continent.
* Data Power: Through a strategic collaboration with Nvidia, Africa is dramatically boosting its AI capacity, moving from just 80 GPUs to an astounding 12,000 GPUs across five new regional centers. This initiative addresses technological gaps and empowers local developers with "GPU as a service".

3. Economic Impact

These investments are critical to achieving the goal of boosting Africa’s GDP by $2.9 trillion over the next decade. AI is transforming productivity across essential sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and banking, creating solutions tailored to regional challenges.

We must transition from mere consumers to producers in the AI landscape by investing in infrastructure and empowering young innovators.

Watch the video below for a deeper dive into these strategic investments and the foundational knowledge needed for business success!

23/09/2025

🌍 Africa at the Heart of Global Consumer Conversations 🌍

As leaders gather at the UN General Assembly in New York, critical issues shaping our world are being addressed—climate change, economic justice, digital transformation, and sustainable development.

But here’s a question we must ask: Where is the voice of the African consumer?

Rising costs of living continue to squeeze families.

Unfair trade practices affect access to quality goods and services.

Digital inequalities leave millions excluded from the global economy.

At Africa Consumer Rights Watch, we believe the African consumer must not be left behind in these global conversations. True progress is only achieved when every voice is heard, and every consumer is protected.

🔹 It’s time to put African consumers at the center of the agenda.
🔹 It’s time for fair policies that empower, not exploit.
🔹 It’s time for accountability, transparency, and dignity in the marketplace.

Because when consumers thrive, Africa thrives. 💡💪

18/09/2025

🌍✨ Introducing Johannesburg Climate Week

👀 Will we see you there? We’re thrilled to launch the first-ever Johannesburg Climate Week a new space for justice, resilience, creativity, and connection in our city!

📅 From 22–27 September, the African Climate Alliance and partners will take over the streets of Johannesburg with three days of powerful events that reimagine how we respond to the climate crisis.

🙌 Join activists, students, artists, and community leaders as we shape a youth-led vision for tackling the challenges young people face in the age of climate change. No boardrooms.

🔥 Don’t miss this historic line-up! Check out the full programme above and sign up at jhbclimateweek.org.za.

18/09/2025