Africa Parrot Reporter

1. Africa's first female president: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf made history in 2006 as the first woman elected president of an...

Former Gabonese president Bongo calls for national reconciliation and acknowledges past shortcomings

Ali Bongo Ondimba, the former president of Gabon who was ousted in a coup last year, has addressed the Gabonese...

Sénégal plan to introduce English, new educational reform for primary schools

Senegal has disclosed a plan to introduce English language instruction for primary schools, specifically targeting the CM1 and CM2 levels,...

Nigeria: FG to cut diesel costs by over 60% with retrofitted train engines

The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to significantly reduce diesel costs by more than 60% successfully with retrofitted train...

South Sudan’s Filda Bandas breaking barriers as a female footballer

Filda Bandas, one of South Sudan's few female footballer and the only left-footed player at the national level, is making...

Tunisian presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel vows to campaign from prison, determined to challenge incumbent

Tunisian presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel, sentenced to 20 months in prison on fraud charges, has vowed to continue his campaign...

Congolese army, MONUSCO work together to protect civilians amid security challenges

In the face of escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Congolese army forces, with support from...

Former Gabon’s president Ali Bongo steps away from politics, calls for national reconciliation

In a significant step towards national reconciliation, Former Gabon’s president, Ali Bongo, has announced his retirement from politics, a year...

Finance Minister clarifies OIC vehicle procurement process, highlights transparency and strategic financing

Finance Minister Seedy Keita addressed the National Assembly yesterday, offering a detailed explanation of the procurement and financing process for...

Nigerian senator praises Tangara as ideal leader for Commonwealth’s future

Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko of Delta State has endorsed Gambia’s Foreign Minister, Dr. Mamadou Tangara, as the ideal candidate to...

Lawyer appeals death sentenced for 3 Americans convicted in DRC coup attempt

The lawyer representing three American citizens sentenced to death in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for their involvement in...

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi andPresident Azali Assoumani.

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed support for Comoros following President Assoumani’s recovery from assassination attempt

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt has reaffirmed his country’s steadfast support for the security and stability of Comoros after...

Senegal focuses on growth stabilization, electoral preparedness ahead of November elections

Despite concerns over economic challenges, Senegal remains focused on stabilizing growth and preparing for the upcoming parliamentary elections on November...

Foreign Minister Tangara ensures accountability, professionalism in Gambia’s diplomatic service

Foreign Minister Dr. Mamadou Tangara, addressing the National Assembly yesterday, emphasized the Gambia’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of...

ECOWAS advances social protection capacity

ECOWAS advances social protection capacityThe Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is making significant strides in enhancing its social...

Kenyan islanders turn plastic waste into sustainable boats and furniture

On Lamu Island, off Kenya’s east coast, a remarkable initiative is turning plastic waste into a valuable resource for the...

Ghana’s opposition calls for electoral transparency, advocates peaceful reforms

Ghana’s opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is leading a nationwide push for electoral reforms, urging the Electoral Commission (EC) to...

The Ministry of culture and tourism in Gambia

Tourism Ministry launches first MSMEs cohort of Accelerator Program

The Ministry of Tourism and Culture in The Gambia has launched the first-ever cohort of the Micro, Small, and Medium...

Baobab trees offer a lifeline to Zimbabwean communities, empowering women amid climate challenges

Since childhood, Loveness Bhitoni has harvested baobab fruit from the towering trees around her homestead in Zimbabwe, supplementing her family's...

20 top facts about West Africa

West Africa is a culturally rich and diverse region comprising 16 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. Known...

Dodzie Numekevor steps down as National Sports Authority Director-General, focuses on Parliamentary bid

Dodzie Numekevor, Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), has stepped down from his position after a directive from President...

Zimbabwe to cull elephants to address food shortages, manage wildlife population

Zimbabwe’s wildlife authority has announced plans to cull around 200 elephants as part of a broader strategy to address food...

Egpt's minister of environment and prime minister

Egypt’s environment minister showcases major strides in sustainability, waste management

Egypt’s Prime Minister Mustapha Madbouly met with Environment Minister Yasmin Fouad to review significant progress in the country’s sustainability and...

Cape Town plans $2.42bn investment to create 135,000 jobs

Cape Town is making a bold move towards economic growth with a planned investment of $2.42 billion in infrastructure projects...

Morocco strengthens border security to maintain order and safety near Ceuta

On Monday, September 16, Morocco significantly increased its border security near the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, with scores of security...

NIMC Director-General reveals progress of Nigeria Student Loan program, over 18,000 students receive payments

The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engineer Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has announced that 332,715...

Kaps Fungaroo, Fred Bamwine emphasize inclusive development and citizen engagement

Kaps Fungaroo, MP Emeritus, and Fred Bamwine, Commissioner, recently spoke about the importance of inclusive development, citizen participation, and the...

Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-ed: Keeping New York City Safe for Everyone

Making New York City a safer and more affordable city has always been the mission of our administration. Every day,...

Nigeria sets new milestone with United Capital $900m domestic USD bond

Nigeria has reached a historic milestone in its financial sector with the issuance of the country’s first-ever domestic US dollar-denominated...

South Africa launches new visa scheme to boost Chinese tourism,economic growth

South Africa has introduced a new visa scheme aimed at simplifying the application process for Chinese tourists, a move expected...

Egyptian govt focuses on maximizing state-run irrigation and drainage firms: Sweilem

Egypt's state-run irrigation and drainage sector, Hani Sweilem, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, has emphasized the government's commitment to...

Authorities take swift action against alleged labor violations at Babel restaurant in Menlyn

In a decisive move to address labor concerns, authorities arrested at least three individuals during a raid at Babel restaurant...

Uganda: Experts urge strategic planning as municipalities transform into cities

As Uganda continues its transformation of municipalities into cities, experts emphasize the importance of strategic planning to ensure these new...

South Africa: KwaZulu-Natal prepares for much-needed rainfall with precautions in place

KwaZulu-Natal is set to experience significant rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days, with the South African Weather Service (Saws)...

Tunisians rally for better governance as election campaigns launch

As Tunisians gears up for its presidential campaign season, citizens took to the streets of the capital to express their...

Sierra Leone-born ballerina Michaela DePrince, known for starring in Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade,’ passes away at 29

Michaela Mabinty DePrince, a renowned ballerina born during Sierra Leone’s civil war, who rose to international fame and danced in...

Senegal’s president dissolves national assembly to pave way for new governance

In a decisive move aimed at enhancing Senegal’s political landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye has dissolved the National Assembly, setting the...

Hope and healing begin to emerge in Malindi 17 months after deadly cult tragedy

Seventeen months after one of the deadliest cult-related massacres in history, the coastal town of Malindi, Kenya, is beginning its...

Germany-Kenya labor deal opens doors to new opportunities for skilled workers

Germany has reached an agreement with Kenya that will allow skilled and semi-skilled Kenyan workers to enter Europe’s largest economy...

Morocco historic cave dwellings draw tourists to Bhalil

Bhalil, a picturesque hillside town near Fez in Morocco, is gaining worldwide recognition for its unique cave dwellings, which date...

Uganda bridges digital divide with innovative internet hubs

A tech-led charity organization is making strides in central Uganda by addressing the digital gap in remote communities through the...

Cyber Security Authority licenses service providers,professionals to boost digital resilience

In a significant step towards strengthening Ghana’s cybersecurity framework, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has licensed 18 Cybersecurity Service Providers...

Congo court offers verdict in coup attempt, offering appeals window for defendants

A military court in Congo has delivered its verdict on Friday, sentencing 37 individuals, including three Americans, to death for...

Germany, Kenya sign agreement to bridge labor gap with skilled workers

Germany and Kenya took a significant step forward in addressing labor shortages on Friday as officials from both countries signed...

Nigeria: FG declares Monday public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid

The Federal Government has declared Monday, 16th September, 2024 as Public Holiday to mark the celebration of the Eid-ul-Mawlid, the...

US supports two permanent seats for African nations on UN Security Council

In a significant step toward global equity, the United States announced its backing for two permanent seats for African countries...

WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to boost fight against disease in Africa