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Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) Registration set to launch on March 1, 2024

In a significant move aimed at transforming Kenya's healthcare landscape, the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is scheduled to commence operations on March 1,...

Launch of the Africa Hospitality Consultants firm: A new pillar in the African hotel industry

A new era is dawning in the world of hospitality in Africa with the launch of Africa Hospitality Consultants (https://AfricaHospitalityConsultants.com). Founded on the principle...

Message of the Secretary-General for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Gender equality in science is vital for building a better future for all. Unfortunately, women and girls continue to face systemic barriers and biases...

Merck Foundation provided 780 scholarships to women doctors to empower women in science – International Day of Girls & Women in Science

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) marks International Day of Girls &  Women in Science through their STEM program; Merck Foundation launches the “MARS Best African Woman...

African Union (AU) Special Representative Visits African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Personnel Admitted in Nairobi Hospitals

The African Union Special Representative for Somalia and Head of ATMIS, Ambassador Mohamed El-Amine Souef, has visited ATMIS personnel admitted to various hospitals in...

Man nabbed for disguising as female to enter university hostel [Video]

In a bizarre turn of events, a man has been apprehended after attempting to gain unauthorized entry into the female hostel at the University...

Driver strips naked, sets police officer on fire in broad daylight

A commercial bus driver has set ablaze an official of the Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA). The incident happened while the officer was taking...

Eritrea: Regular Meeting of National Confederation of Eritrean Workers

The National Confederation of Eritrean Workers convened for its 5th regular Central Committee meeting and the 4th regular meeting of the Central Committee of...

Nearly 10 000 children vaccinated as malaria vaccine rollout in Africa expands

Nearly 10 000 children in Burkina Faso and Cameroon have now received the RTS,S malaria vaccine since being introduced this year. A wider malaria...

Minister Zizi Kodwa on Bafana Bafana and Boxing South Africa

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Mr Zizi Kodwa, arrived in South Africa from Cote d’Ivoire to join the Presidential Golf Challenge in...

Eritrea: Half Marathon Championship Held in Commemoration of Operation Fenkil

The East African Half Marathon Championship took place today, 9 February, along the main streets of the port city of Massawa, marking the 34th...

Digital payments to health workers boost retention, motivation, and impact

Campaigns in Africa to stop polio and other diseases have a more stable, better-motivated workforce thanks to WHO’s collaboration with countries and partners to...

South Sudan: At least 75 people killed including three children as violence surges in Abyei

At least 75 people, including three children, have been killed and 2,200 displaced in two weeks of brutal violence in the Abyei Special Administrative Area between...

Madagascar approves new law to surgically castrate paedophiles

Madagascar's parliament has approved a new law which will see paedophiles surgically castrated for their crimes. According to Mail Online, the new law states that...

Why South Africa’s networks need to defend against the devastating effect of SIM swap fraud

Mobile networks must not be complacent about SIM swap fraud and they need to prioritise the protection of customers. This is according to Gur...

ECOWAS holds emergency session over Senegal crisis and member exits

West African foreign ministers are holding emergency talks on Thursday in Nigeria’s capital Abuja to discuss the political crisis in Senegal and disputes with...

Tunisia Launches cutting-edge Remote, Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring, and Evaluation (RASME) Tool for Project monitoring

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has launched the Remote, Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring, and Evaluation (RASME) initiative in Tunis to strengthen the supervision of...

Raising the voices of survivors to create a generation free from female genital mutilation in Ethiopia

When she was fourteen, Zekia discovered that her parents were secretly preparing for her older sister to undergo female genital mutilation. “My brother heard about...

Urgent action needed to reach the most vulnerable in Sudan with life-saving health services

Almost 10 months since conflict escalated in Sudan in April 2023, the ever-deteriorating humanitarian situation has led to the world’s largest displacement crisis. About...

2023 African Games: Full list of countries that have confirmed participation

A total of 49 countries have so far confirmed their participation in the 2023 All-African Games to be hosted by Ghana. However, five countries,...

Men are afraid to date me – ‘Bearded’ woman cries out

A Tanzanian woman named Elsie has bravely shared her journey of living with a rare condition called Hirsutism, which causes her to grow facial...

United States, Zambia, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Host Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Forum to Strengthen Investment in Lobito Corridor

His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, Amos Hochstein, Senior Advisor to President Biden, and Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of...

Merck Foundation Africa First Ladies – MFFLI to discuss 2024 strategy and share the impact of their programs

Merck Foundation (https://Merck-Foundation.com) marks World Cancer Day with African First Ladies by providing 140 scholarships of Oncology Training to African doctors from 28 countries; Merck...

Motorola Solutions Joins Forces with Google Cloud to Advance Safety and Security

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) (www.MotorolaSolutions.com) and Google Cloud today announced a strategic, multi-year agreement that will focus on innovating cloud solutions across Motorola Solutions’...

Chariot Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Confirmed to Speak in Paris at Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum

Energy company Chariot’s CEO Adonis Pouroulis will speak at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 forum (https://apo-opa.co/3OCXgI6) in Paris on May 14-15. Pouroulis...

AFCON: Kizz Daniel rewards lucky fan with free trip to UK after Nigerian’s win

Afrobeat sensation, Kizz Daniel has fulfilled his promise to a dedicated fan following Nigeria's qualification for the AFCON 2023 finals. The Super Eagles of Nigeria...

AFCON: Nigerians politician, fan slump and die while watching match against SA

Two Nigerians have been reported dead after slumping while watching Nigeria’s Super Eagles clash with South Africa's Bafana Bafana in the ongoing AFCON tournament.  A...

Emirates named Global Airline Partner of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and title partner of the Emirates NBA Cup

NBA (www.NBA.com) In-Season Tournament Renamed Emirates NBA Cup; Emirates Becomes First-Ever Referee Jersey Patch Partner of the NBA. Emirates and the National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced...

African Development Bank and Trade and Development Bank (TDB) join forces to deploy clean technologies to cut carbon emissions in Africa

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has announced a follow-up equity investment of $15 million in the Trade and Development Bank Group’s (TDB Group)...

The High Commission attended the Opening Ceremony of the World Team Cup-Wheelchair Tennis African Qualification

On 7th February 2024, the High Commission attended the Opening Ceremony of the World Team Cup - Wheelchair Tennis African Qualification. 10 African countries,...

Kenya Government pledges continued collaboration with World Bank to enhance Healthcare

In a significant move towards advancing healthcare in the nation, Kenyan government officials, including Health CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula, alongside Cabinet colleagues Prof Njuguna...

Addressing the Power Crisis: Hinen to showcase Latest Technologies at Powerelec Nigeria

Nigeria is facing a pressing electricity challenge that requires urgent attention. According to statistics, 60%-70% of the Nigerian population lives without access to electricity,...

Liberia: President Boakai tests Negative after taking Drugs Test; Reechoes his stands on the Fight against the Drugs Epidemic in the Country

The President of the Republic of Liberia H.E. Joseph Nyuma Boakai has tested negative of drugs and other illegal substances after he led an...

The magic of Mali’s digital pharmaceutical registry

Imagine living in a country where urgent medical supplies take 18 months to be imported and distributed, putting people’s lives at risk and medical...

Famous Nigerian singer confesses to sleeping inside coffin in his room

Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, a Nigerian experienced performer and media figure, has disclosed yet another stunning truth about his history. The unconventional singer stated that...

Ambassador Du Xiaohui Meets with Hon.Elias Mubanga, Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises of Zambia

On February 1, 2024, Ambassador Du Xiaohui met with Hon. Elias Mubanga, Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises of Zambia. Ambassador Du said that in order to...

As Israel advances towards Rafah, International Rescue Committee (IRC) calls for a ceasefire to prevent the destruction of Gaza’s last refuge

As Israel advances towards Rafah, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) reiterates the urgent call for a sustained ceasefire. Military operations in Rafah will significantly...

Squad lists confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2024 Dubaiâ„¢

The official squads for UAE 2024 Dubai have been revealed; Title favourites Brazil, Iran and Portugal named; A legend misses out for the first...

People and medical facilities caught in crossfire as violence escalates in North Kivu

Medical facilities supported by teams from Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) have received huge influxes of war-wounded patients, as thousands of people flee the latest...

South Africa: Western Cape on imposed budget cuts

Joint media release by Premier Alan Winde and Mireille Wenger, Provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities; National budget process causing budget cuts to...