Renewed Chinese Investment in Africa: Lending Increases in 2023
In 2023, Chinese lending to Africa saw an increase for the first time in several years, according to research by Boston University’s Global Development Policy...
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Algerian Qatari German Hospital Construction Officially Underway.
Construction has begun on the Algerian Qatari German Hospital in the new city of Sidi Abdellah, located west of Algeria’s capital. The groundbreaking ceremony was...
Namibia to Address Drought Impact by Culling 83 Elephants and Distributing Meat
Namibia has announced plans to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants, to provide meat to communities severely affected by a prolonged drought across southern...
Ethiopia’s Mega-Dam Achieves Twofold Increase in Electricity Output
Ethiopia has announced a significant increase in electricity production from the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile, following the activation of two...
“Starlink’s Multi-Million Dollar Investment: A Game Changer for Nigeria’s Growth”
Industry experts have praised Elon Musk’s Starlink for its substantial investment in Nigeria, highlighting the company’s dedication to enhancing telecommunications infrastructure across Africa. Reports indicate...
Dam Failure in Eastern Sudan Results in 30 Fatalities
A catastrophic dam collapse in Eastern Sudan, triggered by heavy rains, has resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people, local authorities reported on...
Tragic Auto Crash in Ondo Claims 16 Lives
On Tuesday night, a tragic accident claimed the lives of sixteen people on the busy Ore-Ondo highway in the Ajue area of Odigbo Local Government,...
Families of Burkina Faso Massacre Victims Condemn Army’s Response
Abidjan, Ivory Coast — Families of civilians killed in a massacre in Burkina Faso have accused the army of endangering their lives by forcing them...
Burkina Faso Makes Bold Move: Acquires Boungou and Wahgnion Gold Mines
The recent acquisition of mining assets marks a significant development following a series of agreements between the Minister of Economy and representatives from the involved...
Farm Workers Brave Rain and Wind to Demand Pesticide Ban
More than 150 farm workers, predominantly women, along with their supporters, braved severe winds and heavy rain on Tuesday as they marched through Cape Town,...
Eskom Predicts a Summer Without Load Shedding
Eskom is optimistic that South Africa will enjoy a “load shedding free summer,” provided that unplanned outages at power stations remain below 13,000 MW. This...
Drone Strikes in Mali Claim about 20 Civilian Lives
A spokesperson for a coalition of Tuareg-majority groups seeking independence in northern Mali reported that drone strikes targeted a pharmacy and a group of people,...
Mali Announces National Emergency Amid Crisis
The Malian transitional government announced on Friday that it has declared a “state of national disaster” in response to widespread flooding caused by recent heavy...
ZIMBABWE: Government Ramps Up Cybersecurity Awareness Efforts
The government is taking a proactive approach to equip its employees with essential cybersecurity skills to safeguard the nation’s digital infrastructure. As Zimbabwe increasingly integrates...
Soweto: From Historic Ghetto to Hub of Talent and Excitement
Soweto, a lively township nestled in Johannesburg, is far more than just a collection of homes. It stands as a vibrant testament to South Africa’s...
Massive Diamond Discovery in Botswana: Largest Find in Over a Century!
Botswana has announced the discovery of a colossal diamond, the largest ever found in the country and the second largest in the world. The remarkable...
Tourism Takes Center Stage: Tinubu Appointed Global Envoy for Ipada Initiative and Carnival 2024!
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to attend the Ipada Carnival 2024 as the Chief Host, marking a significant endorsement for the event, which kicks...
African Farmer Thrives with China’s Juncao Tech Boost
After graduating from university in 2017, Nyambo Obed from Rwanda found a new path in agriculture thanks to Chinese farming technology. Initially unemployed, Obed took...
Elon Musk Plans to Roll Out Starlink Ground Stations Across Nigeria
Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, is making significant moves in Nigeria by planning to establish ground stations throughout the country. This strategic initiative aims to...
Plane Crash in Lake Malawi: Search Underway for Two Missing
A small plane crashed into Lake Malawi on Tuesday, carrying three people on board. A Dutch passenger was rescued by local fishermen, while another passenger...