The Most Reliable Guide to Africa
We create knowledge about Africa
through unrivalled journalism and digital media solutions.
through unrivalled journalism and digital media solutions.
Our Journalism
Since 2017, The Republic has attracted influential audiences from around the world and they have trusted us as a leading publication for unrivalled analysis of important global issues from a Nigerian and African lens.
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Our Digital Solutions
We’re building the digital infrastructure to unlock Africa’s infinite storytelling opportunities.
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We have decades of experience in building world-class business, media and digital solutions for Africa, and deeply understand the opportunities in this space.
The Republic was founded by Wale Lawal, a Harvard-trained researcher and ex-KPMG management consultant,
who graduated top of his class from Oxford University.
who graduated top of his class from Oxford University.
Wale Lawal
Founder, CEO
8 Full-Time Staff
80,000+ Daily Audience
42,000+ Social Media Followers
1,000+ Freelance Network
10,000+ Newsletter Subscribers
50+ Countries With Our Readers
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Our Recognition
‘The Republic is an example of the new intellectual spaces that have opened up in Africa over the past decade. Youthful, tech-savvy and decentralised, its freelance writers touch on topics as diverse as modern slavery or the sexism of Fela Kuti, a revered musician.’
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