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Enhancing African Oil Production: Grupo Simples Oil Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 as Bronze Sponsor

Oil and gas company Grupo Simples Oil will participate at African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy – taking place 4-8 November in...

Famous South African actor passes on

Actor Mpho Sebeng who is best known for his television roles in Zero Tolerance, Soul Buddyz and Savage Beauty has died. Rhythm City actor Zola Hashatsi, who was friends with...

Photos of Aboakyer Festival 2024

The Aboakyer Festival is a prominent cultural event celebrated yearly on the first Saturday of May by the people of Winneba, a town in...

Koen happy with final product in win over Cameroon

Springbok Women head coach Louis Koen expressed his satisfaction with his team’s 55-0 victory over Cameroon in a windy Stade Makis in Antananarivo, Madagascar...

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) on a mission in Côte d’Ivoire to disseminate Community Provisions on Competition...

A delegation from ECOWAS/ERCA led by Mrs Massandje Toure-Litse, Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, accompanied by the Executive Director of ARCC, Dr Simeon...

Big clashes lined up in Women’s Premier Division

An exciting round of clashes awaits the eight Women’s Premier Division teams on Saturday where two teams, the Bulls Daisies and Sanlam Boland Dames,...

Dozens Reported Killed and Injured in Democratic Republic of Congo Displacement Camp Amid Shell Explosions

Shells hit a displacement camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) today, prompting aid workers to temporarily evacuate and resulting in up to...

Kenya Lionesses Squad for Rugby Africa Cup named

Kenya Lionesses Fifteens Coach Paul Murunga has named the 28 woman Lionesses squad to this year’s Rugby Africa Women’s Cup taking place in Antananarivo,...

Junior Springbok media schedule – Match 2, Sunshine Coast

Please be advised of the following media opportunities in the build-up to the Junior Springboks’ second Under-20 Rugby Championship match against Australia on Tuesday,...

Sharks hunt historic final berth in European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) Challenge Cup

The Hollywoodbets Sharks will have a golden opportunity to make history by becoming the first South African franchise to advance to the EPCR Challenge...

Rugby Super Series returns

After a decade-long break, the Rugby Super Series makes its return, with two exciting matches scheduled for Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at the RFUEA...

Maternal Health: Nearly One in Five Children Born in 2024 will Enter the World without Medical Care, Putting them and Mothers at Risk

Nearly one in five children (17.9%) born this year will enter the world without a doctor, midwife or nurse present, putting them and their...

Democracy is going to reverse in West Africa if… – Prof Atuguba

The Dean of the University of Ghana School of Law, Prof Raymond Atuguba, has stated that economic hardship is a major reason coup d’états...

Youth Startup Academy in Uganda graduates 40 start-ups

During the SWARM Summit in Uganda on 25 and 26 April 2024 in Kampala, Hive Colab, a technology incubator, celebrated the graduation of 40 start-ups...

H6 Joint Mission Concludes Visit to Liberia, Calls for Urgent Action to Reduce Maternal and Newborn Mortality

The United Nations (H6) joint mission has concluded its visit to Liberia, highlighting the urgent need for action to combat the high burden of...

Azule Energy Inks Farm-In Deal with Rhino Resources, Underscoring the Prospectivity of the Orange Basin

International energy company Azule Energy has officially farmed-in to Namibia’s offshore Block 2914A with the signing of an agreement with exploration company Rhino Resources...

CORRECTION: The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Infrastructure Fund (INFRA) Partner to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a leading Shariah-based multilateral insurer and esteemed member of the Islamic...

LG Showcase MEA 2024 returns with first-hand experiences of LG Electronics’ latest innovations

LG Showcase MEA 2024 recently welcomed guests and partners in Abu Dhabi to in-person experience the latest and greatest the brand has to offer. The...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) and Deutsche Bank Partner to Strenghten Healthcare System in Côte d’Ivoire with...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and a member of the Islamic Development...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) and ZTE Strengthen Ties to Bolster Telecom Infrastructure and Connectivity

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and integral member of the Islamic Development...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Infrastructure Fund (INFRA) Partner to Boost...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a leading Shariah-based multilateral insurer and esteemed member of the Islamic...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Boosts Agri-Commodity Exports in Member States with US$75 Million Insurance Coverage

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and a member of the Islamic Development...

Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) Publishes New Book on Applications of Agent-Based Simulation in Islamic Finance

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org) has released a new book detailing applications of agent-based simulation in Islamic Finance. Titled “Applications of Agent-Based Simulation...

Kenya: Ministry of Health Initiates Comprehensive Headcount to Align Staff with New Structure

The Ministry of Health’s State Department for Medical Services has begun a comprehensive headcount to realign its staff with the recently approved structure by...

Kenya: Government to Support Online Learning in Universities

President William Ruto has urged institutions of higher learning to adopt innovation and emerging technologies to enhance access to affordable education. The President said the...

To win the fight against cholera, the approach must be changed

Zimbabwe is grappling with the second biggest outbreak of cholera in its history, with cases rapidly spreading across the country. It started on 12...

Water and Sanitation calls for wise water use as water levels drop in Mpumalanga

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) calls on the public to use water wisely and sparingly as water levels drop in the Mpumalanga...

Kenya: Floods Threaten Marginalized People

Kenyan authorities have not responded adequately to flash floods resulting from heavy rains, Human Rights Watch said today. The floods have left at least...

Solontsi, Mabenge return to Test fray against Cameroon

Sizophila Solontsi and Nomawethu Mabenge will make welcome returns to Test rugby after being named in the Springbok Women’s starting team to face Cameroon...

Morocco’s first Radisson-branded hotel opens in Casablanca

Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle (https://apo-opa.co/3ToAJ36) (www.RadissonHotels.com) opens its doors as the first upscale Radisson-branded hotel in Morocco. Situated in the heart of the...

The Islamic Development Bank Group Business Forum “THIQAH” and the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC) sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance business and...

The Business Forum of the Islamic Development Bank Group (THIQAH) (www.IDBGBF.org) and the Federation of Saudi Chambers concluded a joint agreement and cooperation by...

Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Annual Report 2023 Highlights Robust Growth and Expansion Amid Global Challenges

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (www.ICIEC.ISDB.org) proudly announces the approval of its Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements...

Daara J Family, VJ, Mia Guisse, Dip Doundou Guiss to Headline Entertainment at Basketball Africa League (BAL’s) Sahara Conference in Senegal

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (BAL.NBA.com) today announced the lineup of artists and entertainers who will headline the entertainment acts at the Dakar Arena when...

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Wins Global Trade Review (GTR) Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and Best Trade Finance Deal in Africa with...

In the recent Global Trade Review (GTR) awards announcement, RMB (www.RMB.co.za) has been awarded as the Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and...

Mukuru announces sponsorship of Zimbabwe’s Sables as they strive for Rugby World Cup qualification

Next-generation financial services platform Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), one of the most recognisable fintech brands on the continent, has announced that it is sponsoring Zimbabwe’s national...

Driving Africa’s Energy Market Intelligence: TGS Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 as Bronze Sponsor

Energy data and intelligence company TGS has joined the African Energy Week (AEW) (www.AECWeek.com): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference and exhibition – taking place from...

Police Inspector detained for cutting off pregnant wife’s hand

A Nigerian police inspector has been detained for allegedly cutting off his pregnant wife’s hand over N3000, equivalent of GHS 30. The police man committed...

Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) Issues Annual Report Highlighting Innovative Solutions for Islamic Finance and Development

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org) has issued its Annual Report for the year 2023, showcasing its activities and accomplishments in Islamic finance...

Rwanda: Ambassador Wang Xuekun attended the Donation Ceremony of medical supplies and equipment by Beijing Genomics Institution (BGI)

On April 30th, Ambassador Wang Xuekun attended the Donation Ceremony of medical supplies and equipment to Rwanda by Beijing Genomics Institution (BGI). Other attendees includes Hon. Mr. Pudence Rubingisa, the Governor of...

Meningitis epidemic: World Health Organization (WHO) Niger steps up response efforts

Located in the African meningitis belt, Niger is one of the 26 ‘hyperendemic’ African countries for meningitis. The country is currently facing a rapid...