According to the PwC Africa Family Business Survey 2025, family businesses in Africa are experiencing strong growth and resilience despite facing economic uncertainty, regulatory changes, and geopolitical pressures. The survey included 79 family businesses from East, West, and Southern Africa, revealing that 66 percent of the respondents achieved single-digit growth.

A study from the University of Cape Town indicates that savanna grasses may be more effective than trees in storing carbon, raising questions about the impact of tree planting on biodiversity in African savannas. The research suggests that promoting grass growth could be more beneficial for carbon storage in these ecosystems.

A new human ancestor, named Orrorin, has been identified from a limited collection of ancient bone fragments, which includes femur pieces, jaw fragments, isolated teeth, a partial upper-arm bone, and finger bones. This discovery sheds light on the evolutionary history of humans, although much of the information about the species is derived from these fragmentary remains.

According to PwC, family-owned businesses in Africa have shown greater resilience than those globally, with 66% reporting sales growth in the past year despite facing inflation, tax challenges, and economic uncertainty. This performance highlights the strength of African family businesses in a challenging economic environment.

The article discusses the Ruparelia Empire's efforts to integrate conservation into Ugandan tourism, highlighting a journey to the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Starting from the Speke Resort Munyonyo, travelers embark on a high-speed boat ride across Lake Victoria to reach the sanctuary, which is crucial for primate conservation in East Africa.

The Uganda Wildlife Authority has successfully translocated 25 zebras to Ajai Wildlife Reserve, representing a significant achievement in the restoration efforts of this area in Uganda. This initiative is part of broader conservation efforts aimed at revitalizing wildlife populations in the region.