Samuel Nujoma, one of the most influential figures in Namibia’s fight for independence, has died. Nujoma was a freedom fighter who fought to […]
Category: African News
Dangote Refinery Set to Reach Full Capacity in 30 Days
The Dangote Oil Refinery, Africa’s largest, is on track to operate at full capacity within 30 days, according to Edwin Devakumar, the refinery’s […]
African Tech Startups Attracted $289 Million in January 2025
In January 2025, African startups raised $289 million—a 240% increase over January 2024’s $85 million—marking the second-best January for startup fundraising since before […]
White South Africans Decline US President Trump’s Refugee Offer
Two prominent Afrikaner groups – Solidarity and AfriForum – have firmly rejected President Donald Trump’s proposal offering white South Africans refugee status and […]
Global Citizens Take To The Streets To Support Community Health Workers And Maternal Healthcare Across Nigeria
Large turnout for Stride for HER Rights Walkathon across Lagos’s iconic Lekki-Ikoyi LInk Bridge, urging the government to increase funding for sexual reproductive […]
Africa’s $3.4 trillion opportunity: Turning vulnerabilities into resilience
The 2024 Economic Development in Africa Report by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) outlines how Africa can transform economic vulnerabilities into opportunities through […]
Nazeem Noordali Appointed as Officer-in-Charge, Chief Executive Officer of the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-IDB.org), the trade finance entity of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, announced the appointment of […]
United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and partners support displaced communities in Lakes State to rebuild their lives and secure peace
Lakes State is home to many vulnerable groups facing significant challenges. Thousands of people from Panyijar County in neighbouring Unity have fled across […]
The West African Development Bank “BOAD” leads the way in innovation with landmark record-breaking $500 million public hybrid issuance
The West African Development Bank “BOAD” (www.BOAD.org/en/) continues to lead in financial innovation with the successful issuance of a $500 million sustainable hybrid […]
Nigeria: Leading Africa’s Digital Trade Revolution
1. Introduction LAGOS, Nigeria, 10 February 2025 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Africa’s digital trade and trade in services landscape has witnessed significant growth […]