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Siemens Healthineers elevates healthcare innovation at Arab Health 2024

The medical technology company takes visitors on a voyage of discovery across the healthcare industry, shedding light on access to healthcare and patient pathways;...

Davido sells out 02 Arena for the third time

Nigerian superstar, Davido has reasserted his dominance in the music industry as he sells out the 20,000 capacity 02 Arena. The spectacular concert, held on...

Africa Mercy® heads to Madagascar after recrewing in East London

Following a recrewing effort, the hospital ship, Africa Mercy®, has now departed from the Port of East London for service within the nation of...

Is voice biometrics in banking secure enough?

Apart from going into a branch, calling a bank feels more human for digital-shy consumers. For many, it is the first port of call...

#BlackExcellence: Strategies for Capital Access in the Global Economy

The global economy is expanding, providing an opportunity for Black-owned businesses to succeed. Various mechanisms have been adopted to facilitate access to the necessary...

Ghanaian peacekeeper reportedly killed in South Sudan

A United Nations (UN) peacekeeper from Ghana has been killed alongside some civilians after clashes between rival local groups in the Abyei region on...

Three troops killed in drone strike on US base in Middle East

Three US troops have been killed and dozens injured in a drone attack on a US base near Jordan's border with Syria. US President Joe...

Jumper dies in Thailand after parachute fails

A British-based jumper has died in Thailand, local police have said. The 33-year-old man's parachute failed to open after he jumped from a building in...

ECOWAS reacts to exit of three member states

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reacted to news of the exit of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the community. Although...

Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso withdraw from ECOWAS

Three military-led West African nations have announced their immediate withdrawal from regional bloc ECOWAS, accusing the body of becoming a threat to its members. Niger, Mali...

Tackling challenges to improve cholera treatment in Zambia’s hardest-hit district

Imeldah Chulu lives near Matero level 1 hospital in Lusaka District, Zambia. The hospital houses one of the six community-based cholera treatment units in...

Donald Trump must pay $83.3m for defaming E Jean Carroll

A New York jury has decided Donald Trump should pay $83.3m (£65m) for defaming columnist E Jean Carroll in 2019 while he was US...

King Charles in hospital for prostate treatment

Britain's Monarch, King Charles has undergone treatment for an enlarged prostate, after being admitted to a London Clinic private hospital on Friday morning. It is...

WWE founder accused of sexual abuse and trafficking in lawsuit by former employee

A former employee of WWE sued founder Vince McMahon, alleging he abused and sexually exploited her when he was CEO of the wrestling entertainment company — and...

African Development Bank, Attijariwafa Bank Europe sign €100 million risk-sharing agreement to unlock private sector potential to drive African trade

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and Attijariwafa bank Europe, European subsidiary of the Attijariwafa bank group, have signed a €100 million risk-sharing agreement to...

Nigerian pastor sentenced to life imprisonment for raping church member

An Ikeja sexual offences and domestic violence court has sentenced Feyi Daniels, founder of I Reign Christian Ministry, to life imprisonment for raping a...

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Support on Cholera Outbreak in Zambia

As cholera cases surge in Southern Africa’s member states, particularly in Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Africa CDC has been following and supporting the response...

Stolen presidential red carpet recovered in Malawi

Police in Malawi have recovered a presidential carpet that had been stolen in the southern town of Mwanza, near the border with Mozambique. The carpet...

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) strengthens protection of Civilians in Northern South Sudan

Responding to an increasing number of cases of cattle raiding, truck ambushes and other incidents of violence in the northern region of South Sudan,...

Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) committed to promoting dignity and well-being of girl learners

With the 2024 school year in full swing, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is doing its part in ensuring the well-being...

A deadly start to 2024: Cholera in Zimbabwe spreads rapidly after holiday season

Daily, more than 200 people are suspected to have fallen sick with cholera as the country combats a severe outbreak. Everyday, the numbers are...

South Africa: Premier engages with Khayelitsha entrepreneurs

Following a successful festive season, Premier Alan Winde visited two iconic tourism attractions in Khayelitsha to engage with entrepreneurs and thank them for playing...

Cameroon: Ambassador Lamora visits Bamenda

U.S. Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora visited Bamenda from January 23-24, marking his first visit to the Northwest Region as U.S. ambassador and his second since serving in Cameroon 32 years ago as a young diplomat.  During the visit,...

Uganda: Agriculture Minister directed on Foot and Mouth Disease

Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has tasked the Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industries and Fisheries (MAAIF), Hon. Frank Tumwebaze to present a statement on interventions...

Wine is a gift from God – Pope Francis tells Italian producers

Pope tells industry leaders at the Vatican the drink is a ‘source of joy’, but encourages healthy habits. Pope Francis has said that wine “is...

#BlackExcellence in Film and Television: Chuck West to Provide Insights at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024

In the film and television production sector, where innovation and creativity converge to craft narratives for global audiences, the unfolding tapestry is a testament...

Twins sold at birth reunited by TikTok video

Amy and Ano are identical twins, but just after they were born they were taken from their mother and sold to separate families. Years...

Defiant Trump takes legal risk on stand in New York defamation trial

Donald Trump has testified in the defamation trial brought by writer E Jean Carroll, but his much-anticipated time on the stand was kept brief....

Gaza war: ICJ to rule on call for Israel to stop military action

The UN's top court could issue emergency measures ordering Israel to halt its military operations in Gaza. The session of the International Court of Justice...

Gospel singer accused of ordering lover’s murder

South African Gospel singer Kelly Khumalo ordered the murder of her then-boyfriend, football star Senzo Meyiwa, a court has been told. Mr Meyiwa was...

Estonia lauds Ghana’s digitalisation success

Authorities in arguably the world’s most digitalised country, Estonia, have expressed surprise at the success story of Ghana's digitalisation journey, and the impact it...

Sudan war ‘a living nightmare for children’: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Representative

“Sudan is experiencing a humanitarian catastrophe of epic proportions. It's a living nightmare for children,” Mandeep O’Brien said this week in an interview with UN News.  Nearly 10 months...

Mr Ibu’s son, daughter arrested again for hacking his bank app to divert funds

Police operatives in Ikoyi, Lagos State have arrested the children of actor, John Okafor aka Mr. Ibu's for allegedly defrauding him of the sum...

Tackling the spread of Lassa fever in Nigeria

“My mother-in-law asked me how I was feeling and I told her I was fine, but I knew I was not,” says Ngozi*, a...

Naira Marley tells his story, maintains innocence in Mohbad’s death

Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has maintained innocence and shared his side of the story regarding the death of his...

Angola reinforces cholera preparedness and response measures

With ongoing cholera outbreaks in neighbouring countries, Angola is stepping up preparedness measures to effectively respond to potential emergence of the disease in the...

India to lead worldwide consumer growth with 31% of new consumers; digital economy to surpass US$1 trillion in Latin America (LatAm) and Africa

Clients in major rising economies like Brazil, India, Kenya, and Nigeria are pulling the global digital market up by paying online purchases with instant...

Hinen Displays the latest Backup System at Solar Power Africa 2024

As a leader in the backup energy industry, Hinen (www.Hinen.com) proudly announced that it will display its latest Mini Series Backup System, as well...

Uganda: Commonwealth Speakers praise Parliament’s hospitality

The hospitality of the Parliament of Uganda has been recognised by delegates who attended the Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth...

Kalidou Koulibaly: Senegal footballer signs up to defend the most vulnerable in armed conflicts

Captaining his country at the Africa Cup of Nations, the Senegalese international Kalidou Koulibaly has joined forces with the International Committee of the Red...