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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...

‘My memory is fine’: Biden hits back at special counsel

US President Joe Biden has angrily criticised an investigation into his handling of classified files which questioned his memory. He held a surprise news...

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...

Gaza ceasefire: Israel’s Prime Minister rejects Hamas’s proposed terms

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Hamas's proposed ceasefire terms - saying "total victory" in Gaza is possible within months. He was speaking...

US drone strike kills Iran-backed militia leader in Baghdad

A senior commander of an Iran-backed militia has been killed in a US drone strike in Baghdad. A leader of Kataib Hezbollah and two of...

‘We are surrounded’: Guarding the Middle East’s most dangerous border

It is a lonely drive to Israel's most northern town, Metula, along a spur of land that is surrounded on three sides by Lebanon....

Squad lists confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2024 Dubai™

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...

Boeing: Bolts missing from door, says blowout report

A door that blew away from a Boeing 737 Max shortly after take-off may not have been properly secured, a new report says. The US...

Basketball Africa League, FIBA Africa and Hennessy to Host “BAL IN” Experience Event ahead of 2024 Season Tipping off March 9

The Basketball Africa League (BAL), FIBA Africa and Hennessy, the world-renowned cognac brand and the Official Spirit of the BAL, will host a networking...

Crew member dies after accident on set of Marvel series ‘Wonder Man’

A member of the crew working on the upcoming Marvel series “Wonder Man” died Tuesday following an accident on set, according to a statement from Marvel...

Indonesian Embassy Facilitates Virtual Business Matching for Indonesian-Sudanese Business Actors

​​In an effort to encourage increased trade cooperation between Indonesia and Sudan, the Indonesian Embassy in Khartoum once again facilitated the implementation of a...

Defying tradition, championing rights: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) sparks change in female genital mutilation hotspots across East Africa

''Is religious?'' Under a tree in the quiet village of Dalocha Woreda in Central Ethiopia region, Nuritu Sirbar, the Head of the Dalocha...

Mukuru partners with Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) to donate much needed aid in support of cholera outbreak efforts in Zambia

Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), Africa’s leading financial services platform, has partnered with the Zambia Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) under the Ministry of Health, to...

Ethiopia launches the Pandemic Fund mega project against potential pandemics

In a remarkable move towards strengthening its defenses against potential pandemics, Ethiopia officially launched the Ethiopian Pandemic Multi-Sectoral Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Project (EPPR)...

Principal Secretary (PS) Harry Kimtai Launches Distribution of 150,000 Blood Bags to Strengthen Healthcare Nationwide

Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Mr. Harry Kimtai inaugurated the nationwide distribution of 150,000 blood bags and essential supplies at the KBTTS headquarters in...

ECOWAS lacks an understanding of the shifting forces in sub-region – Prof Aning

The Director of Academic Affairs and Research at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, Professor Kwesi Aning, has what he believes poses a...

King Charles seen for first time since diagnosis as Prince Harry arrives in the UK

King Charles has been pictured for the first time since his cancer diagnosis was made public, after the Duke of Sussex arrived in the...

Akufo-Addo conveys well-wishes to King Charles III amid cancer treatment

President Nana Akufo-Addo has wished His Royal Majesty, King Charles III well amid his cancer treatment. In a post on X formerly Twitter, the...

Global Music Conference for Youth Marks a Milestone in European Union – Africa Collaboration

From September 18 to 22, 2023, Jeunesses Musicales International (JMI), in collaboration with Music Crossroads Zimbabwe (the local arm of JMI), hosted the 78th...

Nigerian pastor arrested over allegedly swindling followers of $1m

A Nigerian pastor has been arrested over allegations he fraudulently got people to part with their money. Theo O Ebonyi, well-known in Benue state, is...

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Ethiopia underscore the need for increasing investment for survivors of female genital...

Today, the world is observing the International Day of Zero for female genital mutilation (FGM) under the theme, “Her Voice. Her Future: Investing in...