October 20
Ethiopia: Toyo Solar Energy to Invest 7 Bln USD in Hawassa Ip
Ethiopian Herald
- Japanese company Toyo Solar Energy, valued at over seven billion Birr, is set to commence operations in Hawassa Industry Park, according to the Industry Parks Development… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia's Magnetic Pull in Light of Brics' Win-Win Approach
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia, with over 120 million people, boasts bountiful natural resources and is strategically located in terms of export and import trade, putting itself atop the list of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Economic Reform Spurs Chinese Investment, Job Creation in Eiz
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA - The Homegrown Macroeconomic Reform, implemented in late July, has positively impacted forex-dependent industrial manufacturers, according to Chinese firms operating… Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Star, Victor Boniface, Survives Car Crash in Germany
Daily Trust
Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface has survived a crash in Germany. Read more »
October 19
Africa: Innovate Africa, Interswitch, Others Team Up for Inspire Africa Conference
Vanguard
Innovate Africa Foundation in collaboration with Interswitch Group, Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG), and WorkNigeria, have concluded the 2024 Inspire Africa Conference, the… Read more »
October 18
Nigeria: Four Challenges to Reaching Remote Communities in Nigeria
MSF
Come rain or shine, Patrick A. Njok, has been ensuring patients in need of essential medical care get to the hospital in time for two years as a driver with Médecins Sans… Read more »
Africa: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer Travels to Boston, Massachusetts [document]
State Department
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer is traveling to Boston, Massachusetts from October 18-22. Read more »
Africa: WHO Strengthens Countries Capacities to Combat Diet Related Noncommunicable Diseases in Africa
WHO-AFRO
The World Health Organization's Regional Office for Africa (WHO AFRO) has conducted a five-day capacity-building workshop in Uganda from 14-18 October 2024 to empower 40… Read more »
Liberia: New U.S. Envoy Visits APM Terminals, Lauds Company's Contribution to Liberia's Economic Growth
FrontPageAfrica
The new U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, paid a visit to APM Terminals Liberia, marking his first visit to the Freeport of Monrovia since his appointment. Ambassador Toner… Read more »
Africa: Statement of Dr Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, Director of Conflict Management, Political Affairs, Peace and Security, AUC, At the 9th Informal Annual Joint Seminar Between Members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and the African Union Peace and Security [document]
African Union
Let me begin by expressing my gratitude to the Co-Chairs for inviting the AU to discuss the adverse effects of climate change on Africa's stability and development. While climate… Read more »
Liberia: Prez. Boakai Pledges Stronger Ties With Liberians in Italy
Liberian Observer
During a recent gathering with the Liberian community in Italy, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai reaffirmed his commitment to addressing the unique challenges facing Liberians abroad… Read more »
Liberia: Us Amb. Toner Visits APM Terminals
New Dawn
The new U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, has paid a visit to APM Terminals Liberia, marking his first visit to the Freeport of Monrovia since his appointment. Read more »
Liberia: New U.S. Envoy Visits APM Terminals-Liberia
Liberian Observer
The newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, recently made his first visit to APM Terminals Liberia at the FreePort of Monrovia. Accompanying him were embassy… Read more »
October 17
Africa: Race to Close Global Climate Finance Gaps Amid Escalating Climate Risks
IPS
The impact of climate change continues to devastate economies worldwide, creating a pressing need for all countries to significantly increase international climate finance. To… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Greenpeace Africa Supports Decision to Cancel Auction of 27 Oil Blocks [press release]
Greenpeace
Greenpeace Africa welcomes the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government's decision to halt the bidding process for 27 oil blocks. This move is a crucial advancement for… Read more »
Africa: No Trade Ban Needed Over Marburg, WHO's Tedros Says
allAfrica
Rwanda has had 62 cases and 15 deaths from its Marburg outbreak since its declaration three weeks ago, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, said during a media… Read more »
Africa: Joe Biden in Africa - U.S. President Has Ignored the Continent for His Entire Term - Why He's Visiting Angola [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
US president Joe Biden chose to visit Africa in the final weeks of his presidency. It would be his first trip to the continent since taking office in January 2021. Read more »
South Africa: From Apartheid to Gaza and Ukraine - Norway's Unwavering Stand for Justice in a Divided World
Daily Maverick
The global community needs to pick up the rulebook and remember the fundamental principles of international law and human rights, and stand up for what is right. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Partners Global Health Agencies to Strengthen Cancer Care Infrastructure
Leadership
The minister of state for health, Dr Tunji Alausa, has reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to enhancing cancer care in the country as international partners visit… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Illegal Sanctions, Zimbabwe's Breakaway From Western Traditions
The Herald
Zimbabwe's socio-economic challenges reveal how Western powers have historically exploited Africa, as described in Walter Rodney's book "How Europe Underdeveloped Africa". Read more »
Zimbabwe: Russia-Bound Envoy Aims to Broaden Ties
The Herald
Zimbabwe is committed to maintaining and upscaling excellent relations with Russia, the country's Ambassador-designate to Moscow Grey Marongwe said yesterday. Read more »
South Africa: SA an 'Ardent Voice' for the Urgent Reform of the UN Security Council
SAnews.gov.za
South Africa will continue to advocate for the "urgent reform" of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Read more »
Benin: Benin - IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement On Fifth Review of Extended Fund and Extended Credit Facilities and the Second Review of Resilience and Sustainability Facility [press release]
IMF
End-of-Mission press releases include statements of IMF staff teams that convey preliminary findings after a visit to a country. The views expressed in this statement are those of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Delegates Laud Ethiopia's Military Diplomacy
Ethiopian Herald
- African military delegates hailed military professionalism and capabilities of Ethiopia. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria to Take Delivery of Anticipated Malaria Vaccine
Premium Times
The malaria vaccine is expected to be delivered to Nigeria in Abuja by the WHO. Read more »
