Nigerian examination body JAMB remits N6b to FG Coffers
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the remittance of over N6 billion to the Federal Government as...
Africa
McKinsey Africa agrees to $122 million fine for South African bribery scandal
An African subsidiary of consulting firm McKinsey & Company Inc. will pay a $122 million fine to resolve a U.S....
Algeria overtakes Nigeria in FIFA rankings as Morocco retains top spot in Africa
Morocco has maintained its position as the highest-ranked African nation in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday, November 28,...
Biden’s Africa visit to promote us-backed railway
President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit Africa next week, starting in Angola, to promote the Lobito Corridor railway project,...
SoPhiA workshop promotes innovation, energy efficiency in Africa
The workshop “Off-Grid Sustainable Solutions for Pharmacies and Hospitals in Africa (SoPhiA)”, organized by the Centre for Renewable Energies and...
Africa’s incoming health boss Dr Faustine Ndugulile dies aged 55
The incoming regional director of the World Health Organization in Africa, Tanzania’s Dr Faustine Ndugulile, has died, just three months...
Tinubu France visit highlights renewed focus on anglophone Africa
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a two-day state visit to France, marking the first such visit by...
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...
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...
5 must-visit hidden gems in Africa for your weekend getaway
Africa is brimming with extraordinary destinations for a refreshing weekend escape. Here are five hidden gems offering unique experiences, from...
Healthcare Access in Rural vs. Urban Africa: A Comparative Study
Healthcare access is defined as the ability of individuals to obtain timely and adequate healthcare services when needed. Access to...
Top 6 most visited countries in Africa
Africa is known for its diverse culture, rich history, and remarkable natural beauty, attracting millions of tourists each year. Here...
“Almost one million mpox vaccines allocated to Africa” — WHO
The World Health Organization on Friday said almost a million doses of mpox vaccines have been allocated to nine countries...
Eguavoen calls 35 NPFL stars to strengthen Super Eagles for CHAN 2025 Ghana clash
Super Eagles Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced a squad of 35 standout players from the Nigeria Premier Football League...
Scientists says climate change has worsened deadly flooding in Africa
Human-caused climate change increased the intensity of seasonal rain across the Niger and Lake Chad basins Africa this year resulting...
Idris Elba to relocate to Africa to promote film industry
Idris Elba, the renowned British actor known for his roles in The Wire and Luther, has announced his intention to...
Mpox: Head of Africa CDC urges partners to honour pledges as death toll tops 1,000
The number of mpox-related deaths has toll topped 1,000 in outbreaks currently affecting 18 of Africa 55 nations. The head...
Africa’s could achieve sustainable growth with $194 billion additional financing: UNGA president
The president of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Philemon Yang, expressed optimism about Africa’s future, stating that the continent...
US President to strengthen Africa ties with first visit to Angola
U.S. President Joe Biden will make his first visit to Angola while in office next month, the White House announced...
WHO reports progress in combating mpox as vaccination rollout begins in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported nearly 30,000 suspected cases of mpox across Africa since the start of the...
U.N. General Assembly approves comprehensive blueprint to tackle global challenges
The U.N. General Assembly has approves far-reaching "Pact for the Future," aimed at uniting the world's nations to address critical...
15 facts about the Pharaohs of Egypt
Pharaohs were the kings of ancient Egypt, wielding absolute power as both political and religious leaders. They were regarded as...
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...
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...
Gambia ranks among top ten African countries with strongest import cover
The Gambia has been recognized as one of the top ten African countries with the strongest import cover, thanks to...
Nigeria: Folashade Oluwafemiayo sets new world record in para-powerlifting at 2024 Paralympic Games
Nigeria's para-powerlifting champion Folashade Oluwafemiayo has made history by setting a new world record at the 2024 Paralympic Games in...
Mpox awareness,vaccine rollout bring hope in DR Congo
Despite challenges, medical workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province are hopeful as awareness about mpox grows...
Daylight Africa Week 2024 wraps up with hope and empowerment for African communities
The third annual Daylight Africa Week, an initiative focused on promoting tourism, cultural exchange, and economic empowerment across Africa, successfully...
North Africa explores new wheat suppliers amid French yield challenges
North African countries, including Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, are actively seeking new wheat suppliers following a significant drop in French...
UN experts call for expanded arms embargo, impartial force in Sudan
U.N.-backed human rights investigators on Friday urged the creation of an “independent and impartial force” to protect civilians in Sudan’s...
African nations losing 5% of their GDP to climate change – Report
African nations are losing up to 5% of their GDP every year as they bear a heavier burden than the...
MultiChoice expands global reach of African stories
In an opening speech at MIPAfrica, Nomsa Philiso, CEO of General Entertainment at MultiChoice Group, highlighted the growing global presence...
Morocco embraces eco-tourism for sustainability, increased yield
Eco-tourism is slowly expanding in Morocco, especially in the Agafay region, which is approximately 35 kilometres from Marrakech Here in...
African heads of state arrive in Beijing for 2024 Forum on China-Africa cooperation summit
African heads of state have started arriving in Beijing ahead of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit, which...
Africa’s rich heritage to shine in New York
Africa, the cradle of humanity and civilization, will soon have its cultural legacy celebrated in the heart of New York...
Gambia Welcomes Dignitaries to Janjangbureh 200 Bicentenary Commemoration
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Ukraine pleads for aid after Russian missile volley strikes Kyiv, damages children’s hospital
In a devastating attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, a volley of Russian missiles wounded dozens of people and inflicted...