Jide Adesina, Author at 1st Afrika

Nigerian Actress Temi Otedola Joins L’Oréal Paris as New African Digital Brand Ambassador

Jide AdesinaJune 14, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 14, 20240919

In a groundbreaking announcement, Nigerian actress Temi Otedola has been named the new ‘African Digital Brand Ambassador’ for L’Oréal Paris. This exciting news was revealed...

Security Collaboration between Europe and Africa in an Age of Amorality and Impunity

Jide AdesinaJune 14, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 14, 20240813

A Global Power Competition drives different trends, two of which affect not only relations between global powers, but which colour current international relations more broadly:...

SPORTS

Olympic Ceremony of Paris 2024 Launch in Côte d’Ivoire

Jide AdesinaJune 14, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 14, 20240863

The Olympic Games represent a global celebration of athleticism, unity, and cultural exchange. As Paris prepares to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, the organizing committee...

Health

Zimbabwe Has 8,000 Doses of Cabotegravir Anti-HIV Drug

Jide AdesinaJune 14, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 14, 20240958

Zimbabwe has 8,000 doses of injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis drug, cabotegravir, for use in the ongoing pilot programme to establish its efficacy in preventing HIV as...

ECONOMY

Tanzania Government Records Impressive 2023/24 Budget Execution

Jide AdesinaJune 14, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 14, 202401192

MINISTER for Finance, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba said on Thursday the government has recorded an impressive budget implementation in the ending 2023/2024 financial year by executing...

Commerce

Governor Sanwo-Olu Showcases Lagos’ Success at AfriCaribbean Trade Forum, Advocates for African Solutions

Jide AdesinaJune 13, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 13, 20240959

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is currently attending the 3rd AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF 2024) in the Bahamas. During the opening ceremony, he shared inspiring...

Entertainment

Biopic Review: “Olufunmilayo Ransome-Kuti

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 20240975

“OluFUNMILAYO RANSOME-KUTI” is a captivating biopic that delves into the life of one of Nigeria’s most prominent and influential figures. As a pioneering activist, educator,...

ARTS & CULTURE Uncategorized

Three Mozambican women’s stories of enslavement by jihadist insurgents

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 20240688

Paloma Laudet/TNH Hundreds, possibly thousands, of women have been kidnapped by jihadist insurgents in northern Mozambique. Those who escape face social stigma and meagre assistance....

Africa International News POLITICS

Malawi Declares State Funeral and 21-Day Mourning Period for Vice President Killed in Plane Crash

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 20240906

The Malawi government said Wednesday that Vice President Saulos Chilima will be honored with a state funeral after he died in a plane crash along...

CARTOON

The Migrants Compass

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 20240802

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LIFE & STYLE

World Against Child Labour Day

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024June 12, 202401150

The world’s day “Against Child Labour” is observed on 12 June. The theme for 2024 is: “Let’s act on our commitments: end child labour.” We...

POLITICS

June 12: A Symbol of Democracy in Nigeria

Jide AdesinaJune 12, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 12, 202401074

June 12 stands as a potent symbol of democracy in Nigeria, representing the country’s struggles and triumphs in its quest for a truly representative and...

Aviation

Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Malawi’s Vice President and Nine Others

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 20240979

Malawi’s Vice President, Dr. Saulos Chilima, along with nine others, including his wife, tragically perished in a plane crash in the Chikangawa mountain range, the...

ECONOMY

Ghana’s Cedi Hits Record Low Amidst Rising Dollar Demand for Imports

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 202401094

Ghana’s cedi has hit a record low, exacerbated by a strong demand for the U.S. dollar to pay for imports. This decline marks the cedi’s...

STOCK MARKET

Stock ETI: Ecobank Transnational Incorporated

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 202401020

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) is the parent company of the Ecobank Group, a leading independent pan-African banking group. ETI is listed on several stock exchanges...

Africa International News

Slovenia Highlights Critical Challenges Facing Central African Region

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 20240909

ECONOMY

Azerbaijani’s President visit to Egypt: A Step Towards Greater Economic Influence in the Middle East

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 20240968

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived on an official visit to Egypt. In what areas can the two countries cooperate? – I think the Azerbaijani President’s...

IMMIGRATION & YOU

Tragedy at Sea – Over 100 Missing as Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Yemen’s Coast

Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 11, 2024June 11, 202401287

An undated handout photo provided by the Hellenic Coast Guard shows migrants onboard a boat during a rescue operation, before their boat capsized on the...

Education

1st Afrika Poetry Contest 2024

Jide AdesinaJune 10, 2024June 11, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 10, 2024June 11, 20240957

Africa is not a country, but it is a continent like none other. It is an intricate mosaic of peoples, cultures, and landscapes” – Chinua...

POLITICS

Africa’s Strategic Balancing Act Amidst Global Rivalries

Jide AdesinaJune 10, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 10, 20240795

In the contemporary geopolitical landscape, Africa stands out as a continent uniquely navigating the complexities of global power dynamics. With a rich tapestry of...

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