July 08
Africa: For Africa to Achieve Pharma Sovereignty, Everyone Has a Role to Play
For Africa to meet its own needs in for medicines, medical devices, and vaccines in our lifetime, everyone has a role, big or small, to play. The collective has the power to… Read more »
June 28
Africa: First NBA Academy Africa Prospect Drafted to the NBA
Cameroon's Ulrich Chomche became the first NBA Academy Africa prospect drafted to the National Basketball Association (NBA) after he was Thursday night selected 57th overall by the… Read more »
June 27
Africa: Rubavu - South Africa's TxC to Rock DJ Marnaud's 'Long Weekend' Party
All roads will Friday, June 28, lead to Rubavu District for the July opening 'Long Weekend' disc jockeying extravaganza as renowned Rwandan DJ Marnaud hosts South African… Read more »
June 24
Africa: What Is Africa's Role in the Nearly Failed Global Pandemic Treaty
One of the sticking issues that nearly stalled the global pandemic treaty was vaccine equity in developing countries, including countries in Africa. Read more »
June 14
Africa: Music Creators Laud Recording Academy's Expansion Plan to Rwanda
Rwandan music creators and other stakeholders involved in the music industry have welcomed Recording Academy's expansion plan to Africa and Middle East, saying that 'it is a win'… Read more »
Africa: How Can Africa Navigate Increasing Polycrises?
Never has the world experienced a plethora of complex challenges as it is experiencing today. The world is suffering from the after-mass effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, two wars… Read more »
June 12
Africa: Time to Explore Free Trade Agreement Between Africa and Caribbean - ITC's Boss Coke-Hamilton
As the 3rd edition of the African Caribbean Trade and Investment Forum kicked off in the capital Nassau in the Bahamas, Pamela Coke-Hamilton, the Executive Director of the… Read more »
Africa: African Union Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution Calling for Gaza Ceasefire
African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat on Tuesday, June 11, welcomed a resolution adopted by the United Nations Security Council aimed at reaching a… Read more »
June 04
Africa: Africa, Korea Should Cooperate in New Tech, Energy Transition - Kagame
As President Paul Kagame addressed the first Korea-Africa Summit on Tuesday, June 4, he said the African continent and the East Asian country should work together in the… Read more »
June 03
Africa: Kagame Joins Leaders for Welcome Dinner Ahead of Korea-Africa Summit
President Paul Kagame on Monday, June 3, joined other leaders for a welcome dinner hosted by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and First Lady Kim Keon Hee. Read more »
Africa: China-Africa Trade Cooperation Fosters Inclusive, Sustainable Growth in Africa - UNCTAD Official
China-Africa trade cooperation is playing a pivotal role in fostering inclusive and sustainable development across Africa, according to a senior official with the United Nations… Read more »
May 31
Africa: Key Insights, Calls for Action From Africa Soft Power Summit in Kigali
African leaders, executives, tech and financial innovators, creative institutions, policymakers, and government leaders have been urged to connect Africa and set global social and… Read more »
May 30
Africa: AfDB Puts Africa's 2023 Economic Growth At 3.1 Percent
Africa's average economic growth in 2023 fell to an estimated 3.1 percent, down from 4.1 percent of the previous year, as successive shocks weakened post-pandemic gains, the… Read more »
May 23
Africa: Loud Silence - Africa's Failure to Address Atrocities in DR Congo
The ongoing linguistic violence and atrocities committed in DR Congo have not only claimed countless lives but have also exposed a troubling reality--the lack of regional and… Read more »
May 21
Africa: Can Africa Position Its Carbon Market to Finance Climate Action?
As climate change continues to impact economies, African nations--disproportionately affected--are turning to carbon credit markets to address climate financing challenges amidst… Read more »
May 20
Africa: How Can Africa Claim Its Place On Global Stage?
At the just-concluded Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, a complex question was posed. The question asked whether Africa should be at the table or on the menu, and whether this was a… Read more »
Africa: Unnecessary Bottlenecks Are Hurting Africa's Trade - Act Now
At the just concluded Africa CEO Forum, renowned Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote complained about bottlenecks to intra-Africa trade, giving an example that he requires a visa to… Read more »
May 16
Africa: Africa CEO Forum - Who Are the Business Tycoons in Kigali?
The two-day 2024 Africa CEO forum bringing together more than 2,500 business leaders and policymakers begun in Kigali on Thursday, May 16, with participants taking stock of what… Read more »
Africa: Rwanda-Based Drinking Water Firm Among Africa's Fastest Growing Companies
Jibu Inc., a food and beverages firm that specializes in producing and supplying affordable drinking water, has been ranked among Africa's fastest rising companies in 2024 by… Read more »
Africa: Africa Does Not Have to Ask for a Seat At the Table, Kagame Tells Business Leaders
President Paul Kagame on Thursday, May 16, issued a rallying call to African business and political leaders to work closely, together, noting that the more the continent is united,… Read more »
Africa: One Acre Fund Gets $10 Million From Proparco to Increase Food Security in Africa
One Acre Fund received $10 million in funding from Proparco on May 15, 2024, to enhance food security in Africa. A non-profit organisation, One Acre Fund assists smallholder… Read more »
May 15
Africa: Africa CEO Forum Opens in Kigali
All roads lead to Kigali for the 2024 Africa CEO Forum, a high-level meeting for the African private sector, which seeks harness the continent's ability to secure "a place at the… Read more »
May 14
East Africa: Kenya Says Efforts Underway to Restore Internet in East Africa Following Submarine Cable Cuts
Kenya's telecommunications industry regulator said on Monday that efforts are underway to restore internet services that have been disrupted across East Africa. Read more »
May 13
East Africa: RURA Says 'International Players' Working to Fix Internet Outage Affecting East Africa
Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has said that work is underway to fix internet challenges in Rwanda and other east African countries in the wake of reported damage to… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Critical Minerals Summit to Profile Continent's Investment Outlook
The Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) slated for November this year is expected to showcase investment opportunities within Africa's critical minerals and rare earth elements market. Read more »