Africa: Kagame Criticises Expensive Air Travel in Africa
[New Times] President Paul Kagame has made a call for lowering the high cost of air travel across Africa, stating that flying should not remain a luxury reserved for the rich.
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Africa: China, Africa Cooperation Reinforcing Africa's Agriculture Sector
[Ethiopian Herald] Africa's economy is predominantly tied with agriculture. Even though it is widely practiced as a mainstay of the peoples' livelihood across the continent, Africa still languishes under food insecurity, mainly due to lack of advancement in modern agricultural
Africa: Green Investment Useful for Unlocking Africa's Potential, Mitigating Climate Change
[Ethiopian Herald] The term "green investment" describes the allocation of resources to businesses, initiatives, or technological advancements that benefit the environment. This form of investment is intended to enhance sustainability, lower carbon emissions, and aid in the
Ebola outbreak kills 15 in DR Congo
Health officials urge people to take preventive measures following a new outbreak of the deadly virus.
Former foreign minister sentenced to hard labour for corruption in Zambia
Joseph Malanji was convicted of acquiring properties and helicopters that were suspected to be the proceeds of crime.
Africa: 'It's Time to Deliver' - COP29 Presidency Urges Action on Climate Finance Promises
[allAfrica] Climate change continues to have escalating impacts on the world, making the Conference of the Parties (COP) an essential global climate action platform. Climate-related disasters are increasing worldwide, affecting mostly developing countries that contribute very
Africa: Lagos to Host First E1 Electronic Powerboat Championship in Africa
[This Day] The organisers of the E1 Series and the Lagos State Government yesterday expressed readiness to hold a world-class E1 Electric Powerboat Championship that will bring over 250 sports personalities together next month in Nigeria's commercial capital Lagos.
Africa: Putting Youths At the Centre of Public Health
[Africa CDC] Young people in Africa have led powerful advocacy, innovation, and community-level responses during health emergencies such as COVID-19, Ebola, and the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS.
Africa: New Warehouses to Strengthen Africa's Rapid Health Emergency Response
[Africa CDC] When a public health emergency strikes, every hour counts. Rapid access to medical countermeasures can be the difference between containment and escalation.
Africa: Lab Leaders Empowerment Puts Africa CDC's Vision in Action
[Africa CDC] A transformative leadership training spearheaded by Africa CDC and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is helping drive Africa CDC's vision through continuous training of laboratory experts across the continent.
Africa: Strong Public Engagement in Africa's Mpox Fight - but Gaps Persist
[Africa CDC] A year after mpox was declared a continental health threat, Africa's response has shown encouraging momentum. An interim analysis of a new study by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reveals strong public engagement, with
Africa: AU, Ethiopian Enhance Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -The African Union and Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopian) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership in order to enhance Africa's connectivity and integration while advancing the Union's broader vision under Agenda 2063.
Africa: Sirleaf Honored By Ypls Africa for Legacy of Democracy and Women's Empowerment
[Liberian Investigator] Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa's first democratically elected female head of state, has received the "Honorary Leadership Award" from the Young Political Leadership School Africa (YPLS Africa) in recognition of her decades of
Dozens die after boat hits tree stump in Nigerian river
The overloaded boat was carrying passengers including children when it hit a submerged tree stump.
Africa: Rich Countries Meet Only 4% of Funds East Africa Needs to Address Climate Change - Oxfam
[Oxfam] Over 63 million East Africans experienced severe hunger in 2024 and 40% lack access to safe drinking water.
Africa: Africa Demands Fair Share of Global Climate Finance
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA - Officials at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Week 2 called for the removal of bureaucratic hurdles that hinder progress to climate financing in global south.
Africa: Africa to Lead Global Critical Mineral Revolution, Demand May Double By 2040 - Report
[This Day] Africa is uniquely positioned to become a central player in the global critical mineral value chain as worldwide demand is expected to more than double by 2040, according to the latest Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) report, which reveals Africa's unique opportunity
Africa: What Manja Lee's Story Reveals About Africa's Growing Gaming Culture
[This Day] Iyke Bede reports that Nigeria's gaming landscape is becoming increasingly competitive and rewarding, with a number of standout players who have built loyal followings through skill and consistency. One of them is Ayere-Victor Ehinome, popularly known as Manja Lee,
Africa: Aviation Executives, Experts in Kigali to Chart Africa's Future
[New Times] Kigali is once again at the heart of Africa's aviation dialogue as it hosts the 2025 Aviation Africa Summit & Exhibition from September 4 to 5, with low-carbon flights and emerging trends in focus.
Africa: Africa's First Self-Flying Air Taxi to Be Launched in Kigali
[New Times] The Government of Rwanda, in partnership with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), is set to debut Africa's first-ever public flight of a self-flying electric air taxi at the Aviation Africa 2025 Summit, taking place in Kigali on September 4-5.
Africa: East Africa's Largest Fish Feed Factory in Buikwe Touted As Game-Changer for Uganda's Aquaculture
[Nile Post] President Museveni has commissioned the De Heus Fish Feed Factory in Njeru, Buikwe District, marking a major milestone for Uganda's aquaculture sector and broader agricultural transformation.
Africa: 'Reparatory Justice' Key to Ending Racism Against Africans and Their Descendants
[UN News] Governments, academia and other stakeholders must "double down on delivering reparatory justice" for people from the African diaspora, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said in a report published on Wednesday.
Lost in translation - How Africa is trying to close the AI language gap
A new dataset with African languages should improve access to AI for millions on the continent.
Africa: Africa on Trial - The ICC's Legacy of Selective Justice
[InfoWire] When Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir became the first sitting head of state indicted by the International Criminal Court, reactions in Africa were mixed. Some victims cheered the prospect of accountability, but many on the continent saw something unsettling: yet