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Burundi Threatens Military Action Against Rwanda Amid Escalating Eastern DRC Conflict

Eniola OladeleFebruary 14, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 14, 2025072

Tensions between Burundi and Rwanda have escalated dramatically as Burundian authorities issued a stern warning, threatening military action against their northern neighbor. This comes amid...

Africa ECONOMY

Zimbabwe’s Economy on the Path to Recovery, Says IMF Amidst Reforms and Challenges

Eniola OladeleFebruary 14, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 14, 2025091

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged Zimbabwe’s economic recovery, citing ongoing reforms and improved macroeconomic stability. However, the institution cautioned that sustained growth requires...

Africa International News

54-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot in Shelley Beach Pub Altercation

Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025061

A 54-year-old man was fatally shot during a dispute at a pub in Shelley Beach, KwaZulu-Natal, on the night of February 12, 2025. The incident...

Africa POLITICS The Afrika Market Video

Tripoli-Based Libyan Minister of State, Adel Juma, Survives Assassination Attempt Amid Rising Tensions

Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025055

In a dramatic turn of events, Libyan Minister of State, Adel Juma, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Tripoli, the capital city of Libya. The...

Africa POLITICS The Afrika Market Video

Zimbabwe War Veterans Threaten National Shutdown Amid Rising Tensions

Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025083

In a bold and alarming move, Zimbabwe’s war veterans have threatened to initiate a nationwide shutdown in protest against the government’s handling of economic challenges...

Africa ECONOMY

Kenya: 70% of Kenyans Report Income Declines in 2024, Highlights Old Mutual Report

Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025066

In a striking revelation, a recent Old Mutual report has highlighted a concerning economic trend in Kenya, with 70% of Kenyans reporting a significant decline...

Africa TECHNOLOGY

Ethio Telecom Unveils Ultra-Fast EV Charging Station in Addis Ababa

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025095

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia In a significant move to bolster Ethiopia’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, Ethio Telecom has inaugurated an ultra-fast EV charging station along the...

Africa BUSINESS ECONOMY

Nigeria Prepares to Receive First Ugandan Shipment Under AfCFTA

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025051

A landmark development for intra-African trade, Nigeria is set to receive its inaugural shipment of goods from Uganda under the African Continental Free Trade Area...

Africa Transportation

InDrive Taxi Driver Convicted of Kidnapping Passenger Over Change Dispute in Harare

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025088

Harare, Zimbabwe In a recent court ruling, 33-year-old Talent Mhembere, an InDrive taxi driver from Harare, was found guilty of kidnapping 28-year-old passenger Faith Gwena...

Africa Aviation

Malaysia Aviation Group Transfers MASwings to Sarawak Government in Landmark Deal

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025051

In a significant move to strengthen regional air connectivity, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has officially transferred ownership of MASwings, its rural air services subsidiary, to...

Africa ECONOMY

South Africa Pushes Back: Land Law Just One of Many Issues Straining US Relations

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025051

The South African government has asserted that tensions with the United States extend beyond the contentious land expropriation laws, highlighting a broader range of diplomatic...

Africa International News POLITICS The Afrika Market Video

Somali President Visits Azerbaijan to Bolster Strategic Ties and Economic Cooperation

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025055

Baku, Azerbaijan Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has embarked on a landmark visit to Azerbaijan, signaling a new chapter in diplomatic and economic collaboration between...

Africa SPORTS

Real Madrid Stuns Manchester City with Three Two Comeback Victory in Champions League Thriller

Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 12, 2025063

Venue Etihad Stadium Manchester ,Real Madrid pulled off a stunning three two comeback victory against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League overcoming a two...

Africa BUSINESS

Kenya: KSh1 Billion Investment to Strengthen Power Supply in Western Region

Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025061

Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government, in collaboration with private sector partners, has announced a KSh1 billion investment aimed at enhancing power supply and reliability...

Africa International News

5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco, Shaking Cities and Causing Panic

Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025058

Rabat, Morocco – A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck northern Morocco early Monday, sending tremors across several cities and causing widespread panic among residents. The quake,...

Africa POLITICS

South African Legal Experts Question Namibian President’s Authority to Extend Election Timeline

Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025051

Windhoek, Namibia Legal experts and political analysts from South Africa have raised concerns over Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba’s decision to extend the country’s election timeline,...

Africa BUSINESS

Uganda: President Museveni Meets EcoNetix Delegation to Explore Partnership on Uganda’s Carbon Market

Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 11, 2025052

Kampala, Uganda President Yoweri Museveni recently met with a delegation from EcoNetix, a company specializing in carbon market solutions, to discuss potential collaborations in Uganda’s...

Africa SPORTS

From Lagos to Super Bowl Glory: Moro Ojomos Inspiring Journey to NFL Success

Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025074

Moro Ojomo, a Nigerian-born defensive tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles, made history by becoming a Super Bowl champion in 2025. His journey from the bustling...

Africa Health LIFE & STYLE

How the Mind Shapes the Body and the Body Shapes the Mind

Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025054

The mind-body connection is a well-documented phenomenon, but equally important is the body-mind connection—the understanding that changes in our physical state can directly impact our...

Africa International News POLITICS The Afrika Market Video

The Trump Doctrine: Isolationism, American Exceptionalism, and the Politics of Unapologetic Action By Jide Adesina

Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 10, 2025065

Donald Trump remains one of the most polarizing yet action-driven leaders in modern American history. He walks the talk and talks the work, a bulldozing...

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