Monday, September 28, 2026

Africa

November 27, 2024

President Kagame says ASG will fulfil Africa’s aspirations in governance

The institution will offer graduate programmes in policy, research, governance, leadership and management.

Paul Kagame
November 27, 2024

Access Bank concludes purchase of Standard Chartered in Angola, Sierra Leone

“The combinations represent another significant step towards our broader vision of becoming the World’s Most Respected African Bank,” an official said.

Access
November 27, 2024

SIREXE 2024 Conference: Shettima departs for Abidjan

Mr Shettima’s departure was announced in a statement by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha.

SIREXE
November 27, 2024

Trade will reduce Africa’s poverty, improve economy: Researchers

Researchers have reiterated trade’s crucial role in propelling resilience and ensuring inclusive growth on the African continent.

Economic Commission for Africa
November 27, 2024

ECOWAS, MSME collaboration excites regional entrepreneurs 

The entrepreneurs spoke in separate interviews on the sidelines of ESBC’s inaugural exhibition and workshop in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

ECOWAS Small Business Coalition (ESBC)
November 26, 2024

Africa’s progress on SDGs faces mounting challenges: ASDR Report

The ASDR 2024 report was unveiled on the sideline of the African Economic Conference in Gaborone, Botswana.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
November 26, 2024

Wars, extreme weather conditions displace 35 million in Africa: Report

Wars and extreme weather conditions have driven up the number of people in Africa who are fleeing within their own country.

Unrest in South Sudan (Credit: Foreign Policy)
November 26, 2024

Global uncertainties suppress investment in Africa: UNDP

The United Nations Development Programme says global uncertainty over wars can lead to diminished investments critical for Africa’s growth.

UNDP
November 25, 2024

AEC 2024: 40% of African nations in debt crisis, says ECA

“African countries must tap into alternative financing mechanisms and utilise guarantee schemes to lower borrowing costs,” Ms Morsy advised.

Hanan Morsy
November 25, 2024

Airstrikes killed many terrorists, destroyed their food depot: NAF

It said the NAF aircraft operated on November 23 at the strategic location identified through meticulous intelligence efforts.

NAF'S FIGHTER JETS