The death of iRobot

The death of iRobot According to Google, Matt Stoller is a prominent American writer, researcher and anti-monopoly advocate, known for his work at the American Economic Liberties Project and his popular Substack newsletter, BIG, which focuses on market power, antitrust and the war on monopolies. He is a former policy advisor and a key figure […]

Blackrock Silver announces strategic investments of C$15 million by two cornerstone buyers

Blackrock Silver Corp. (TSXV: BRC,OTC:BKRRF) (OTCQX: BKRRF) (FSE: AHZ0) (“Blackrock” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement (the “Offering”) of up to 13,636,363 units (the “Units”) at a price of C$1.10 per unit for gross proceeds up to $15,000,000. Each Unit will consist of one common share of the Company (each […]

ESG and carbon finance in Africa: the $3 trillion potential

Statistics show that innovative ESG and carbon finance mechanisms are quickly transforming Africa’s untapped ecosystem capital, estimated at $3 trillion, into investable assets. While carbon markets in Africa could add $50 billion annually (Verra, 2025), nature-based financing is expected to restore 100 million hectares, increasing the value of ecosystems by $500 billion. According to the […]

Search for renewable energy and power politics in Africa

Renewable energy: Even as Africa commands 40% of global solar potential, trillions of dollars in gas reserves threaten to tip the scales, leaving the continent’s policymakers at a crucial energy crossroads, renewable energy sources for a green legacy or gas for immediate prosperity? In a year when solar energy costs plummeted 89% and gas discoveries […]

Trends for foreign investors in key African markets in 2025

In 2025, trends among foreign investors yielded diverse results in key markets across Africa. While inflows into Kenya declined, foreign direct investment into Nigeria was driven by oil; in Egypt mega projects attracted funding, while in South Africa it was all a combination of factors. Nigeria’s foreign direct investment (FDI) grew by 3.2%, with the […]

How International Graduate Students Can Afford Graduate School in 2026

International graduate students seeking to study in the United States will face more uncertainty in 2026 than ever before. Private student loans without a U.S. cosigner are still available, although they come with higher fees and stricter eligibility rules. Visa and work permit policies are likely to continue to change in 2026, making contingency planning […]

Invest for the future: two potential big winners in 2026 and beyond

If you want to make investing feel less stressful and more conscious, thinking long term helps. Short-term market fluctuations can be distracting, but real wealth is often built by maintaining strong companies over several years of growth. That’s what the Foolish Investing philosophy is all about: focusing on high-quality companies with sustainable benefits, rather than […]