Tinubu assures Nigerians hunger, poverty will soon end
President Bola Tinubu has expressed confidence that hunger and poverty in Nigeria will soon be eradicated with the successful implementation...
Month: November 2024
China’s Xi visits Morocco, meets with crown prince
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a short visit to Morocco on Thursday, according to state media from both countries. Xi...
Foundation supports best graduating student from Togo with N2.7m award
Amaobi Precious, the best graduating student of Global Wealth University, Lomé, Togo, has been awarded 1 million CFA (approximately N2.7...
Senegal, Russia forge stronger ties in pursuit of Sahel stability, global peace
In a powerful step toward reinforcing international alliances, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye shared details of his "very rich and...
Pan-African group condemns alleged French mercenary attempts to destabilize Sahel
The Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network (SaS-CaN) has condemned what it claims are efforts by hired French mercenaries to destabilize the...
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party secures historic election victory
Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party won a landslide victory in Senegal’s November 17 legislative elections, securing 130 out of 165 parliamentary...
Congo opposition leaders call for protests against Tshisekedi’s proposed Constitutional reforms
Leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s main opposition parties have called for nationwide protests against President Felix Tshisekedi’s plans...
UN commends Uganda’s progress in sustainable development data production
UN commends Uganda’s progress in sustainable development data production KAMPALA — Uganda has received commendation from the United Nations for...
Top 10 longest bridges in Africa
Bridges are more than engineering marvels; they are lifelines that connect people, communities, and economies. Across Africa, these structures signify...
Ghana,Gambia collaborate to launch free roaming services
Ghana and The Gambia are collaborating to implement a free roaming initiative aimed at improving digital connectivity across West Africa....
Zambia unveils artificial intelligence strategy to drive digital transformation
Zambia has launched a groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy aimed at accelerating the country's digital transformation, enhancing public services, and...
IMF completes review mission to Egypt, highlights economic reforms,challenges
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its discussions with Egyptian authorities as part of the fourth review under the...
AFCON 2025: Ghana, Togo, other teams that missed out
The journey to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ended on Tuesday, confirming the 24 teams that will compete...
15 key facts about Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o is a renowned Kenyan writer, academic, and advocate for African languages and cultural heritage. Born in 1938,...
G20: Nigeria unveils renewed feeding programme to combat hunger, improve education
Nigeria has reaffirmed its dedication to ending hunger and advancing education with the relaunch of the Renewed Hope National Home...
Mali: Civilian PM sacked after criticizing junta, cabinet dismissed
Mali A decree was read on national television by the secretary-general of the presidency . Alfouseyni Diawara read the 3-article...
South Africa takes over G20 leadership from Brazil
South Africa has assumed the presidency of the G20, becoming the first African nation to lead the influential bloc of...
ECOWAS, ACSS forge academic partnership to address regional conflicts
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has formalized a new partnership with the Africa Centre for Strategic Studies...
Abidjan-Lagos corridor nations, partners commit to $6.8B investment in strategic sectors
Technical experts, engineers, sector experts and experts from the ECOWAS Commission and Agencies, development partners, together with representatives from the...
President Barrow presents millions of dalasis chaques to youth, women venturing in agriculture
On the second day of the 2024 Meet the People’s Tour in the North Bank Region, President Adama Barrow held...
Guinea Bissau marks triple historic milestones celebration
...of 51st Independence Anniversary, 60th Anniversary of the Armed Forces, and Centenary of Amilcar Cabral. The triple celebration, which reflects...
UN faces US resistance on Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding “an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza,...
German FM Baerbock stops in Yerevan ahead of COP29
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock made a brief but significant stopover in Yerevan on Tuesday en route to Baku for...
Nigeria launches delayed Mpox vaccination campaign
Nigeria commenced its long-awaited Mpox vaccination programme on Monday, prioritizing healthcare workers and individuals with compromised immune systems. The vaccination...
EU pledges $96 million to Cameroon to boost infrastructure, foster investment
The European Union (EU) has committed to lending $96 million to Cameroon over the next three years, aiming to enhance...
Cop29: Delegates focus on securing substantial climate finance for developing nations
Efforts to secure meaningful financial support for developing nations are taking center stage at the United Nations Climate Change Conference...
15 Interesting facts about Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela, fondly called Madiba, remains one of the most iconic figures in the fight against apartheid and the pursuit...
Uganda to host 9th annual Antimicrobial Resistance conference
Uganda is set to commemorate World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week by hosting the 9th Annual Antimicrobial Resistance Conference at...
Ghana overtakes Nigeria in U.S. visa overstay rates, new report reveals
A recent U.S. government report has revealed a significant shift in the visa overstay patterns for African nationals, with Ghana...
Meet First African American Woman to Climb Mount Everest
Sophia Danenberg became the first African American and Black woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest on May 19,...
G20 Summit: Nigeria President support the inauguration of Global alliance to combat hunger, poverty
President Bola Tinubu characterized the partnership as crucial in the international battle against hunger and poverty. He delivered this remark...
ECOWAS develops e-learning platform to empower West African farmers with agricultural knowledge
The ECOWAS Commission has taken a major step to bridge agricultural knowledge gaps by hosting a five-day workshop in Lagos,...
Senegal’s legislative elections position Faye’s Pastef party for victory
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Pastef party is poised for a major victory in Senegal’s legislative elections, setting the stage for...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Supporting Small Business and Working-Class People Through M/WBEs
Since day one, our administration has had a clear mission: build a safer, more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers,...
Gambia hosts ECOWAS competition committee to chart regional market growth
The ECOWAS Consultative Competition Committee (CCC) held its 9th statutory meeting in Banjul, The Gambia, from November 12 to 15,...
ECOWAS boosts TVET in Togo to drive youth employability, economic growth
The ECOWAS Department of Human Development and Social Affairs has launched a three-day workshop in Lomé, Togo, to enhance the...
Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Africa, Oceania
Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, was crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania on Saturday, November 16, during the...
Mental health awareness in Africa: Breaking the stigma
Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing how they think, feel, and behave in daily...
Early results show voters back new Gabon constitution
Gabon military rulers announced their new constitution had been overwhelmingly approved in a referendum, according to provisional results it published...
Eagles will go for victory against Rwanda – Eguavoen
Despite having secured their 2025 AFCON ticket and Group D top spot before the last round of qualifying matches, the...
Senegalese citizens head to the polls in peaceful legislative elections
On Sunday, November 17, 2024, over 7 million Senegalese voters participated in a pivotal democratic process to elect 165 deputies...
ECOWAS, AU commend Senegal’s preparedness for peaceful legislative elections
In the lead-up to Senegal’s November 17, 2024, legislative elections, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the...
President Barrow discusses urgent matters of Ummah with OIC officials
His Excellency President Adama Barrow received a delegation from the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Headquarters today at the State...
Nigeria first lady Oluremi begs market women not to raise food prices
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged market women to avoid increasing the prices of food items as the festive...
Egypt middle class faces tough choices as IMF reforms take hold
Egypt’s middle class is bearing the brunt of economic reforms backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with many struggling...
Former AFCON champions Ghana’s failure to qualify, Comoros,Mali secure Spots
Ghana’s hopes of a return to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) were dashed on Friday after they were held...
South Africa demands immediate Gaza ceasefire, pursues genocide case against Israel
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Ronald Lamola, has called for an immediate and durable ceasefire in Gaza, emphasising the need for...
ECOWAS deploys observer mission to Senegal for November 17 legislative elections
Dakar, Senegal – Ambassador Francis Alex Tsegah, a seasoned Ghanaian diplomat, has arrived in Dakar to lead the 90-member ECOWAS...
ECOWAS launches workshop for school educators to integrate disaster risk reduction in Guinea-Bissau
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a pivotal workshop in Guinea-Bissau to equip school educators with...
Zimbabwe secures AFCON 2025 spot with hard-fought draw against Kenya
Zimbabwe has officially qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after securing a 1-1 draw with Kenya at...