March 09, 2023
Africa: Mukansanga Wins Top Forbes Africa Prize
Rwandan international referee, Salima Rhadia Mukansanga, on Wednesday, March 8, received the 2023 FORBES Woman Africa Sports Award in a colourful awarding ceremony held in… Read more »
March 06, 2023
Africa: Right Action Needed to Graduate More Developing Countries - Ngirente Tells World Leaders
Over the past 50 years (since 1971), more countries have regressed into the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) category than graduated out of it, a trend that Prime Minister Edouard… Read more »
March 04, 2023
Africa: Africa Needs New Paradigm to Realize the SDGs - Economist
Africa needs a paradigm shift to deliver sustainable development by making a fresh commitment and increasing investment to realize the SDGs, the Economic Commission for Africa's… Read more »
March 02, 2023
Africa: Africa Urged to Prioritize Investment in STEM
Africa should prioritize investment in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education to build and retain science skills on the continent, Niger's Minister for… Read more »
March 01, 2023
Africa: Preventing Children Use in Conflicts Is Key to Transform Violence - Experts
Preventing the recruitment and use of children is central to transforming the multigenerational cycles of violence, said Shelly Whitman, Executive Director of Dallaire Institute… Read more »
Africa: Kagame Calls for 'Proper Strategy' to Cushion Africa From Ukraine War Shocks
President Paul Kagame has said that effects of the Ukraine war have hit Africa harder than any part of the world and that the continent needs a proper strategy to mitigate further… Read more »
Africa: Trademark, Tony Blair Institute Join Hands to Boost Intra-Africa Trade
Pan-African cross-border trade promoter Trademark Africa and its subsidiary Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA) have entered an agreement to work together with governments adviser Tony… Read more »
February 28, 2023
Africa: Africans Lose Least in U.S.$5.9 Billion Global Crypto Scams
African investors may have shared the least percentage of investment scams in cryptocurrency which reached $5.9 billion globally last year, The East African reports. Read more »
Africa: How Africa Can Increase Energy Production Capacity
Experts have called for a deep overhaul of Africa's approach to energy issues to break the vicious cycle of outdated technologies, respond more efficiently to electricity needs and… Read more »
Africa: Experts Call for Concerted Re-Focus on SDGs in Africa
A concerted re-focus on sustainable development goals is needed in order to meet the aspirations of the Agenda 2030 and Africa's transformation Agenda 2063, according to speakers… Read more »
February 27, 2023
Africa: African Countries Urged to Prioritize Green Mineral Value Chains
To meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, the SDGs and Africa's Agenda 2063, the world must decarbonize its growth models and shift to renewable energy sources, the Acting… Read more »
February 22, 2023
Africa: 420 Million Africans Still Lack Basic Drinking Water, Continent Seeks Solutions
African countries are linking efforts to improve access to safe drinking water. This was discussed during the ongoing African Water Association (AfWA) International Congress and… Read more »
February 20, 2023
Africa: New Ocean Forming, to Split Africa Into Two, Scientists Say
Geologists have confirmed that a new ocean is being created as the African continent is split in half. An international effort has revealed that a 35 miles long rift appeared in… Read more »
February 15, 2023
Africa: Kagame Outlines Africa's Key Challenges At Key AU Meet
President Paul Kagame has highlighted the continent's pressing issues as he concludes his term as the Chair of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) on February 15. Read more »
February 04, 2023
Africa: Dwayne Wade's Son Zaire Agrees Cape Town Tigers
Zaire Wade, the son of NBA legend Dwayne Wade, has agreed to sign for the South African Basketball powerhouse Cape Town Tigers ahead of the 2023 Basketball Africa League. Read more »
January 26, 2023
Africa: IMF Wary of Low-Income Countries Falling Down a 'Debt Cliff'
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned debt distress for low-income countries has gone up significantly. Read more »
January 18, 2023
Africa: Rwanda's Iradukunda Features in Africa's Top 50 Swimmers
rising swimmer Isihaka Iradukunda, has been ranked into the top 50 African butterfly swimmers in both 50 and 100 metres. Read more »
January 12, 2023
Africa: M23 President Calls for End to Hate Speech to Maintain DR Congo Peace
Uhuru Kenyatta, Kenya's former president and facilitator of the East African Community-led peace process in eastern DR Congo, has met with Bertrand Bisimwa, president of the M23… Read more »
Africa: M23 Rebels Agree to 'Strict' Ceasefire
Uhuru Kenyatta, Kenya's former president and facilitator of the East African Community-led peace process in eastern DR Congo, has met with Bertrand Bisimwa, president of the M23… Read more »
December 28, 2022
Africa: New Public Health Order in Africa Without Surgical Care is Incomplete
Thousands of public health leaders and clinicians from Africa and the world gathered in Kigali, Rwanda, on December 13-15, for the 2nd International Conference on Public Health… Read more »
December 22, 2022
Africa: Rwanda Tops Africa in Internet Speed
A new Global Innovation Index (GII) report released by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) has ranked Rwanda as the leading low-income country in Sub-Saharan Africa… Read more »
December 14, 2022
Africa: Political Will Essential for Channeling Climate Financing - Kagame
President Paul Kagame has highlighted the need for political will in adequately channeling the funds needed to tackle climate change, among other pressing global issues. Read more »
Africa: Rwanda Ranks Fifth in Visa Openness in Africa
Rwanda has been ranked fifth in visa openness in Africa, and the top in the East African region among countries that are open to visitors from other African countries. Read more »
December 12, 2022
Africa: Kagame Urges Developing Countries to Mobilise More Resources, Partnerships
President Paul Kagame has called on developing countries to apply more efforts in mobilizing resources and partnerships towards achieving the intended development. Read more »
December 13, 2022
Africa: Rwandan Startups Stand to Win Rwf1 Billion in Continental Contest
Young innovators, entrepreneurs, micro-enterprises and early stage start-ups are set to benefit from a new innovation contest, slated for February next year. Read more »