July 20, 2023
Africa: The Gender Nutrition Gap - A Looming Crisis #WD2023
In Africa, the fight against malnutrition and food insecurity has long been a pressing issue. But while significant progress has been made, a glaring disparity persists - the… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Africa: Why Isn't FIFA Red Carding Africa's Soccer Bodies Over Women's Low Wages?
With the Women’s World Cup launching this month, FIFA is still siding with corrupt national football federations over women players. Across Africa, wage theft for female… Read more »
July 17, 2023
Senegal: Opposition's Sonko Stages Noisy Protest
Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko organized demonstration by banging pots and pans when authorities prevented him from hosting a rally to formally announce his… Read more »
July 14, 2023
Ghana: Ghana Passes Law to Allow Cultivation of Medicinal, Industrial Cannabis
Ghana's minister of interior can now issue permits for the cultivation of cannabis, but only for industrial purposes - the plants will have Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)… Read more »
July 12, 2023
Senegal: Opposition Politician Diop Charged for Third Term Comment About President Sall
Senegalese opposition leader Birame Souleye Diop, from the Pastef political party and the Yewwi Askan Wi opposition alliance, is facing charges after speaking on President… Read more »
July 07, 2023
Senegal: Khadija Seck, author – "Alima and the Magical Balafon will help children in the diaspora discover their country of origin."
It's the holidays, a good time to learn about our heritage! Khadija Seck wants to seize this opportunity to help children from the African diaspora get in touch with their… Read more »
June 18, 2023
Africa: Ramaphosa's Pitch to Putin
Excerpts comprising the key points from the text of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's presentation on behalf of African leaders to President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Cameroon: Cameroon's Stalwart Political Leader John Fru Ndi Dies
Tributes are pouring in for Cameroon's charismatic political leader and chairman of the country's first political party, the Social Democratic Front. The party announced his… Read more »
June 09, 2023
Africa: What You Need to Know About Joel Embiid, the Cameroonian Basketball Star and 2023 NBA League MVP
The highest level of professional basketball is without a doubt the National Basketball Association (NBA) in the United States, which has hundreds of players from all over the… Read more »
Guinea Bissau: Opposition Coalition Wins Majority in Parliamentary Elections
In Guinea-Bissau, a coalition of opposition organizations gained a majority of parliamentary seats in the first legislative elections held since President Umaro Sissoco Embalo… Read more »
June 08, 2023
Africa: My Roots Are in Africa's Soil; My Ambition Is Limitless
'Rootedness' has always been a concept that intrigued me. I often wondered how one's life journey could develop and evolve while preserving a sense of rootedness that doesn't limit… Read more »
June 06, 2023
West Africa: West African Nations Rally for Urgent and Sustainable Solutions to Fertiliser Shortages
In a move to combat the escalating food crisis exacerbated by the relentless impacts of climate change, seventeen nations in West Africa and the Sahel signed the "Lomé… Read more »
June 05, 2023
Africa: Innovations in Agriculture Can Drive Climate- Change Mitigations
The agricultural sector is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for an estimated 19-29 percent, according to the World Bank. This figure… Read more »
May 31, 2023
West Africa: The Human Cost of Overfishing
The executive summary of a report by Amnesty International on overfishing in Gambia. Read more »
May 30, 2023
Senegal: Tensions Rise While Awaiting Ousmane Sonko Verdict
The court is expected to rule on the rape case against Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. In the meantime, tension is rising in Dakar, where security forces reportedly… Read more »
May 31, 2023
West Africa: Illegal Fishing Costs West African Nations Billions in Revenue
Six West African nations lose U.S. $2.3 billion a year as a result of illegal fishing, says a new report from Amnesty International. Read more »
May 29, 2023
Benin: Meet the Woman Whose Study of Insects Helps Prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases
Africa is on the brink of achieving a major victory over deadly diseases that have plagued its population for generations. With increased access to medical care, improved… Read more »
May 23, 2023
Africa: French-Senegalese Director Ramata-Toulaye Sy Makes Waves at Cannes 2023
French-Senagalese film director and screenwriter Ramata-Toulaye Sy, 36, is the sole first-timer at Cannes 2023 - among seasoned film directors - vying for the coveted Palm d'Or at… Read more »
May 18, 2023
Nigeria: Unmasking Corruption - Examining Nigeria's 2023 Election Fallout
Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999, despite the persistence of insecurity, extreme poverty, and endemic corruption. Nevertheless, the country has conducted six national… Read more »
May 09, 2023
Senegal: Opposition Leader Sonko Gets Suspended Sentence for 'Insult'
Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was given a suspended six-month sentence in his appeal against a defamation and public insult conviction in the case between him and… Read more »
Africa: Afreximbank - The Next 30 Years
30th Anniversary Founders Day Lecture of the African Export-Import Bank by Professor Kingsley Moghalu, Founder & CEO, Sogato Strategies LLC and President, Institute for… Read more »
Ghana: Ghanaian Activist Swims 450km to Create Awareness on Water Pollution
Fast fashion is a significant contributor to water contamination and pollution, and has a significant negative environmental impact on the world's water supply. Read more »
April 27, 2023
Mali: Five Principles to Guide U.S. Policy Towards Mali
For over a decade, Mali has struggled with violence, coups, deteriorating human rights and declining democratic credibility. Multiple sanctions imposed by the United States and its… Read more »
April 25, 2023
Nigeria: The Atiku Bagudu Matter
The following is a letter from political activist and member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abu Najakku, to Bola Tinubu, the APC nominee and declared winner of… Read more »
April 18, 2023
Senegal: Populism and the Rule of Law
After 104 "intellectuals" signed a petition inviting President Macky Sall to "come to his senses", a prominent Senegalese executive launched a "one million signatures" petition… Read more »