Charles Meynell (1981-1986) Xan Smiley (1977-1981) Godfrey Morrison (1968–1977) Alan Rake (1968) Richard Kershaw (1964–1968) Africa Confidential is a fortnightly newsletter covering politics and economics in Africa.

It was established in 1960[1] and is owned by the British company Asempa Limited.

Founded by a group of six individuals under the banner of Miramoor Publications, Africa Confidential was originally printed on blue airmail paper and was thus nicknamed "The Blue Sheet".

Its coverage includes Zimbabwe, Kenya, Nigeria and Sudan.

Former editors include Richard Kershaw (1964–1968) and Stephen Ellis (1986–1991).