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Experts Make Progress on Upcoming 11th Edition of Assessing Regional Integration in Africa (ARIA XI)

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 20240121

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), and the African Development Bank (AfDB)...

Africa ECONOMY

Ethiopia Plans Tight Monetary Policy Following Currency Reform

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 20240177

Ethiopia will keep interest rates high for the rest of the year to combat transitory inflation caused by an overhaul of its foreign exchange policy,...

Africa International News

President Kagame Arrives in Samoa for CHOGM 2024, Set to Deliver Final Remarks as Outgoing Chair

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024October 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024October 24, 20240133

President Paul Kagame of Rwanda has arrived in Samoa for the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), where he will deliver his final address...

Africa BUSINESS

Uganda Joins BRICS as Partner Nation, Opening Doors for Enhanced Trade and Investment Opportunities

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 20240275

Uganda has officially joined BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) as one of 13 new partner nations in a move set to reshape...

Africa POLITICS

Somalia Wants Ethiopia Excluded From Force Battling Al-Shabaab

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 20240117

Bloomberg Somalia’s government asked the African Union and United Nations to exclude Ethiopian soldiers from a revamped peacekeeping force fighting al-Qaeda-linked insurgents. The request will...

Africa POLITICS

Gachagua Allies Talk Tough Amid Looming Parliamentary Purge as Ruto Tightens Grip

Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024October 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 24, 2024October 24, 20240151

Allies of Kenya’s Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are speaking out strongly as a purge looms in Parliament. Following Gachagua’s impeachment, President William Ruto’s camp is...

Africa POLITICS

ANCWL Calls for 60-40 Gender Parity Principle in Leadership

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 20240119

The African National Congress Women’s League (ANCWL) has officially advocated for the implementation of a 60-40 gender parity principle in leadership roles within the...

Africa International News

Kariega Residents Evacuated Due to Heavy Rain

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 20240125

Kariega, a town in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, has faced significant challenges as heavy rains prompted the evacuation of local residents. The downpour,...

Africa BUSINESS

Pan African Lists New Instrument Under JSE’s Sustainability Segment

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024October 22, 20240121

Pan African Resources has officially listed a new financial instrument under the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s (JSE) sustainability segment, marking a significant step in its commitment...

Africa ECONOMY

Southern Africa Emerges as Leading Hub for Imports and Exports in African Trade Barometer

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 20240156

Southern Africa has solidified its position as a top hub for imports and exports, according to the latest African Trade Barometer report. The region, which...

Africa BUSINESS

EFF Flags R52M Spent on Deporting Illegal Immigrants in Five Months

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 20240116

The EFF has raised concerns over the R52.8 million spent on deporting illegal immigrants between April and August this year. In a recent parliamentary Q&A...

Africa BUSINESS

SA Businessman Under Scrutiny for US$850M Zimbabwe Oil Pipeline Project

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024October 22, 20240155

In an emerging narrative that intertwines immense financial stakes and allegations of corruption, South African businessman Errol Gregor is spotlighted for his involvement in a...

Africa TECHNOLOGY

Tech Firm Huawei Opens Registration for Kenya’s 2024-2025 ICT Competition

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240213

Huawei, the global tech giant, has officially opened registration for its 2024-2025 ICT competition in Kenya. The competition, now in its latest edition, seeks to...

Africa BUSINESS

KenGen to add 1,500MW of power to grid in Sh560b financing plan

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240146

KenGen has announced an ambitious ten year programme plan to double the country’s electricity production at a cost of more than Sh560 billion (USD4.3 billion)....

Africa Tourism

Tanzania beats Kenya in latest tourism awards

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240138

Tanzania has overtaken Kenya in scooping tourism awards at this year’s World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony held in Diani, Kwale County. According to the organisers, Tanzania claimed...

Africa International News

Highrise Building Collapses in Major City, Urgent Search Underway for Missing Mother and Child

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240120

A devastating highrise building collapse in a bustling city has triggered a frantic search for survivors, with rescuers focused on finding a mother and her...

Africa POLITICS

Angolan President Holds Talks With DRC and Rwanda Leaders

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240143

Angolan President João Lourenço recently hosted discussions with the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, as part of his ongoing mediation...

Africa SPORTS

Jorge Martin Takes Pole Position in Thrilling Australian Grand Prix Qualifying

Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 20240147

World Championship leader Jorge Martin of Pramac Racing put in an impressive performance on Saturday to take pole position ahead of six-time MotoGP champion Marc...

Africa SPORTS

Froch Urges Caution as Joshua Considers Dubois Rematch

Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 20240144

Former world champion Carl Froch has advised Anthony Joshua to resist the urge for an immediate rematch with Daniel Dubois. Froch, a respected figure in...

Africa SPORTS

Saka’s Injury Is Not Serious, Confirms Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta

Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 19, 20240153

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka’s injury is not serious and they are hopeful he will be available for their Premier League trip to Bournemouth on Saturday...

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