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African Union Calls on Ethiopia, Eritrea and Egypt to De-escalate Rising Regional Tensions

Jide AdesinaOctober 2, 2026

by Jide AdesinaOctober 2, 20260130

The African Union Commission has called on Ethiopia, Eritrea and Egypt to exercise maximum restraint and avoid actions or statements that could further intensify tensions...

Africa’s AI Sovereignty Race: Why Artificial Intelligence Has Become the Continent’s Next Strategic Battleground

Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

by Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 20260363

By Jide Adesina | 1stAfrika News Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept being debated in research laboratories or technology conferences. Across Africa, AI...

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Algeria Trade Fair Opens Door for Zimbabwe to Expand Into New Markets

Jide AdesinaSeptember 3, 2025

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 3, 20250504

The 2025 Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), currently underway in Algiers, Algeria, has been described as a significant opportunity for Zimbabwean businesses to collaborate, innovate and...

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Rwanda extends military mandate in Mozambique’s troubled north

AarondexAugust 28, 2025

by AarondexAugust 28, 20250743

Rwanda has officially extended the mandate of its military forces operating in northern Mozambique, a region plagued by years of violent insurgency that has displaced...

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UN officials warn of starvation amid ‘gender emergency’ in war-torn Sudan

Jide AdesinaAugust 8, 2025

by Jide AdesinaAugust 8, 20250575

Particularly hard hit is El Fasher, where hunger is growing, with the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warning of a deteriorating situation...

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Ethiopia to Inaugurate Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam in September, Invites Egypt and Sudan

AarondexJuly 4, 2025

by AarondexJuly 4, 20250871

Ethiopia has announced that it will officially inaugurate the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in September 2025, extending formal invitations to Egypt, Sudan, and...

Uncategorized Africa Commerce

Kenya to Host European Development Bank’s Regional Headquarters

AarondexJuly 2, 2025

by AarondexJuly 2, 20250606

In a major boost for East Africa, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has confirmed that its first regional office in Sub‑Saharan Africa...

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Zim chats new course strategy for elephant conservation

AarondexJune 27, 2025

by AarondexJune 27, 20250617

ZIMBABWE is working on a new 10-year Elephant Management Plan set to determine how the country’s huge jumbo population will be administered for the next...

Uncategorized Africa Commerce

Cocoa Prices Surge as Ghana Slashes Production Forecast

AarondexJune 26, 2025

by AarondexJune 26, 20250846

Global cocoa prices have spiked sharply following Ghana’s announcement of a significant cut to its cocoa production forecast for the 2024/2025 season, raising concerns over...

Uncategorized Africa ECONOMY

Egypt Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attack on Mosque in Niger

AarondexJune 26, 2025

by AarondexJune 26, 20250520

Egypt has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack on a mosque in Niger that left dozens of worshippers dead and several others injured during evening...

Uncategorized Africa International News

Polish Businesses Target Zimbabwe’s Growth Sectors

AarondexJune 25, 2025

by AarondexJune 25, 20250650

A wave of interest from Polish companies is emerging across Zimbabwe’s economic landscape, with investors exploring opportunities in mining, agriculture, energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. At...

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U.S. Engaged in Ongoing Discussions Over $500 Million Financing for Angola’s Rail Corridor

AarondexJune 24, 2025

by AarondexJune 24, 20250628

The United States government is continuing high-level discussions on providing up to $500 million in financing support for the development of Angola’s proposed rail corridor,...

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Judge Extends Safeguards for Angola’s Farm Line for 90 More Days

AarondexJune 24, 2025

by AarondexJune 24, 20250640

A Luanda court has extended legal protections for Angola’s Farm Line railway project for an additional 90 days amid mounting legal and operational challenges. The...

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Egypt Expresses Deep Concern Over Recent Developments in Iran

AarondexJune 22, 2025

by AarondexJune 22, 20250577

The Egyptian government has publicly expressed grave concern regarding recent developments in Iran, urging restraint and caution amid a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. At a...

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President Kiir Travels to UAE for Strategic Talks and Development Cooperation

AarondexJune 22, 2025

by AarondexJune 22, 20250503

President Salva Kiir has departed South Sudan for a high-level visit to the United Arab Emirates, where he is expected to engage in...

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President Donald Trump Makes New Claim Regarding Ethiopian Grand Renaissance Dam

AarondexJune 22, 2025

by AarondexJune 22, 20250840

In a recent statement, U.S. President Donald Trump alleged that Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam (GERD) could pose a severe risk to downstream nations, warning it...

Uncategorized Africa International News

Kenya and Finland Align Strategic Partnership for a Changing Global Landscape

AarondexJune 16, 2025

by AarondexJune 16, 20250676

Kenya and Finland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, aligning their efforts to tackle global challenges such as climate change, digital transformation, regional...

Uncategorized Africa International News

Ethiopia’s troops outside atmis framework in Somalia

AarondexJune 16, 2025

by AarondexJune 16, 20250654

Ethiopia’s military personnel currently deployed in Somalia are set to remain outside the formal ATMIS mandate, following a diplomatic impasse over a controversial agreement Ethiopia...

Uncategorized Africa Health

Ethiopia Confirms Mpox Cases in Addis Abeba and Six Regions

AarondexJune 16, 2025

by AarondexJune 16, 20250735

Ethiopia has confirmed its first human mpox cases, with infections reported in the capital Addis Abeba and across six regional states, health authorities announced today....

Uncategorized Africa SPORTS

South Africa Star Defender Completes Transfer to Orlando Pirates

AarondexJune 15, 2025

by AarondexJune 15, 20250689

Orlando Pirates have announced the signing of South African national team star defender Sipho “Shaka” Nkosi, securing a major reinforcement ahead of the new Premier...

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