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April 09
East Africa: East Africa's Retail Boom
Retail is emerging among the most vibrant sectors of the East African economy. Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, has not only become an important retail market in its own right but a… Read more »
March 25
Africa: EU Backs AU's Initiative for in-Continent Vaccine Production
The European Union intends to support its partner, the African Union, in its ambitious goal of producing 60% of vaccines on the continent for African citizens by 2040, according to… Read more »
Africa: Press Freedom in Uganda
A majority of the world's population has experienced a decline in press freedom in recent years, according to a UN report. In east Africa, the results are mixed and debatable. Read more »
March 17
Africa: Why All Across Africa, Citizens View Police As 'Most Corrupt' Institution
For every two citizens across Africa, one thinks "most" or "all" police officials in their country are corrupt, according to the latest round of continent-wide surveys done by… Read more »
March 16
Africa: Tanzania's Zanzibar Airport Named One of the Best in Africa
The Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Tanzania's Zanzibar has been declared one of the best airports in Africa, an official said on Thursday. Read more »
March 12
Africa: Majority of Air Pollution Deaths in Asia, Africa
More than a million people die every year due to short-term exposure to high levels of air pollution, researchers say, with Asia accounting for almost two thirds of all deaths. Read more »
March 06
Africa: Artists' Residencies On the Rise Across Africa
From Accra to Dakar, Marrakech to Lagos, Nairobi and now, Cape Town, art residence programs are on the rise, often initiated by successful African artists and now also by… Read more »
Africa: Uganda's Agather Atuhaire Wins International Women of Courage Award
Journalist, lawyer and human rights advocate Agather Atuhaire has been recognised for her work to promote the rule of law in Uganda. Read more »
February 12
Africa: Uganda Maintains Fourth Spot in Absa Africa Financial Markets Index
Uganda has preserved its fourth-place ranking in the Absa Africa Financial Markets Index for 2023, despite a slight decrease in its overall score from 64.4 to 62.8. Read more »
January 24
Africa: Africa's 10 'Most Open' Countries for Travel
In the past eight years, 35 countries have improved their visa policies and, since 2016, five countries have abolished all visa requirements for African travellers. Read more »
January 09
Africa: Visa-Free Regimes to Bolster African Tourism Growth in 2024
African countries are set to record an increase in tourism numbers in 2024, as more countries continue to open their borders to other African countries by abolishing visa… Read more »
January 02
Africa: Airtel Africa Boss to Retire
Airtel Africa plc has today announced the retirement of the Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun "Segun" Ogunsanya, with effect from 1 July, 2024. Ogunsanya, who joined Airtel in… Read more »
November 12, 2023
Africa: WHO Approves First African-Manufactured Malaria Drug
A leading Kenya-based pharmaceutical manufacturer, Universal Corporation Ltd (UCL), has become the first African manufacturer to gain WHO prequalification for their… Read more »
October 30, 2023
Africa: Uganda to Host Africa Pension Conference, 14 Countries Expected
The Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA) will on November 27th - 28th host the 4th Annual Africa Pension Supervisors' Association (APSA) Conference at the Serena… Read more »
October 29, 2023
Africa: Kenya to Lift Visa Requirements for All Africans - President Ruto
Kenyan President William Ruto said on Saturday that Kenya will lift visa requirements for all Africans by the end of 2023 with the aim of boosting trade with African countries. Read more »
October 11, 2023
Africa: Ugandan Doctors Win Africa Young Innovators for Health Award
The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and Speak Up Africa have announced the winners of the second edition of the Africa Young… Read more »
July 31, 2023
Africa: Museveni, Muhoozi At Russia Africa Summit
President Yoweri Museveni and son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, were part of a handful of African leaders at the Russia Africa summit in St. Petersburg held July 27-28 which most… Read more »
July 30, 2023
Africa: African Peace Initiative for Ukraine Crisis Echoes China's Peace Plan, Says Putin
The African peace initiative for the Ukraine crisis echoes the provisions of the peace plan presented by China, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday night. Read more »
June 27, 2023
West Africa: Nakalembe, Kibirige Impress in West Africa Pro Golf Tournaments
Irene Nakalembe and Marvin Kibirige are back home after impresing on their debuts in tournaments in Ghana and Cote D'Ivoire recently. Read more »
May 31, 2023
Africa: Africa CDC Partners With WHO to Tackle Emergencies
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and World Health Organisation (WHO) have launched of a Joint Emergency Preparedness and Response Action Plan… Read more »
Africa: Top 100 Most Admired Brands in Africa Named
· Nike retains #1 ranking for 5th consecutive year in a relatively unchanged Top 10 ranking of the most admired brands in Africa. Read more »
May 24, 2023
Africa: AfDB to Help De-Risk Climate Finance in Africa
Africa contributes the least - less than 3% to global warming, yet the continent is the most vulnerable to climate risks. To build resilience against climate change, the countries… Read more »
March 14, 2023
Africa: Can Africa Reduce the Impact of the U.S. Dollar On Its Emerging Markets?
Reducing reliance on the US dollar necessitates satisfying financing requirements in local currency and enhancing local financial institutions Read more »
February 19, 2023
Africa: UNDP Calls for Proactive Measures to Root Out Violent Extremism in Africa
The growing threat of violent extremism in the Sub-Saharan African region should be nipped in the bud using a raft of economic, social and political tools in order to realize… Read more »
February 17, 2023
Africa: Africa Cannot Afford Failing to Implement AfCFTA - AU Commissioner
Africa cannot afford failing to implement the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a senior official of the African Union Commission (AUC) has said. Read more »
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