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President Ramkalawan meets Seychellois bodybuilder, Mr. Wallace Dorasamy

President Wavel Ramkalawan received Seychellois bodybuilder, Mr. Wallace Dorasamy at State House this morning. Mr. Dorasamy won a gold medal in the open bodybuilding...

World Health Organization (WHO) Donates Medical Supplies to Support Fuel Tanker Explosion Response in Bong County

The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated emergency medical supplies to the Ministry of Health in response to the fuel tanker disaster that has...

Smart Africa hosted inaugural Digital Skills Forum in The Republic of Congo with over 700 participants

Smart Africa (www.SmartAfrica.org) hosted the inaugural Digital Skills Forum, a pan-African event promoting the development of digital skills. Organized through the Smart Africa Digital...

Centurion Law Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) NJ Ayuk to Step Down as CEO, Zion Adeoye to become CEO and Managing Partner of the...

After more than a decade running one of Africa’s most influential law firms, covering all aspects of the oil and natural gas sector, NJ...

Policy Insights: How African-European Partnerships are Shaping Oil & Gas Regulations

Growing partnerships between European and African companies are playing a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s oil and gas regulatory frameworks. Through cooperative efforts and...

Oranto Petroleum Extends Oil Exploration License in Uganda for Two Years

Centurion Law Group (https://CenturionLG.com) is pleased to announce that it has successfully advised Oranto Petroleum Limited (“Oranto”) in the renewal of its oil exploration...

West African Development Bank (BOAD) announces acquisition of an equity interest by the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) in its capital

The West African Development Bank (BOAD) (https://www.BOAD.org/) is pleased to announce that the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) has joined its...

Orange renews partnership with the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) to support African football, diversity and inclusion in Africa

Orange (www.Orange.com) has been a sponsor and exclusive worldwide telecommunications partner of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) since 2008. Today, this long-standing partnership...

Stellantis Starts Production in its Tafraoui Plant in Algeria

Stellantis (www.Stellantis.com) delivers on its commitment made in November 2022; The plant represents an initial investment of €200 million and will assemble 90,000 cars annually...

Successful conclusion of economic partnership agreement negotiations between Mauritius and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Mauritius and United Arab Emirates (UAE) have concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and...

World Health Organization (WHO) recognition of noma as a neglected tropical disease bolsters control efforts

The landmark decision by World Health Organization (WHO) to recognize noma (cancrum oris) as one of the neglected tropical diseases will help boost efforts to...

At least 113 killed in attacks in central Nigeria, local officials say

The death toll in weekend attacks in the central Nigerian state of Plateau has risen to 113, a local official said on Monday, in a region...

Citroën Oli Design Team Receives Three Car Design News People Awards 2023

The Citroën Design Team was rewarded for its concept car OLI by the Car Design News (CDN) People Awards, which aim at celebrating...

New initiative to boost use of data for mental health research in Africa

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) (https://APHRC.org/), in partnership with Wellcome, is set to unveil a new initiative in 2024 that aims...

FIAT triumphs at the 10th Art Directors Club of Europe (ADCE) European Creativity Festival, “No Grey” project wins the prestigious 2023 ADCE Grand Prix

FIAT (https://www.FIAT.com/​) awarded at the 2023 edition of the ADCE Awards, the most prestigious prize of the European creative community, promoted by the Art...

#BlackExcellence: Breaking Barriers to Female Leadership

Black women continue to break barriers across diverse industries, paving the way for future leaders with their resilience, intelligence and determination. The upcoming Global...

France announces new visa fees for foreign students, tougher dependent rules

French legislators have given their final nod to a contentious immigration bill, marking a significant policy shift that tightens regulations for foreign students and...

Nigerian terror threat student to be deported from UK after 40-month jail sentence

A Nigerian masters student who made terrorist threats against Dundee University has been jailed for 40 months. Somtochukwu Okwuoha claimed he had enlisted Isis to...

Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December

Ukrainian Orthodox Christians are preparing to celebrate Christmas on 25 December for the first time this year. Ukraine has traditionally used the Julian calendar, also...

‘Bethlehem is empty of joy – no Santa, no celebration’

The atmosphere in Bethlehem is heavy with absence. Christmas celebrations have been cancelled this year and the thousands of tourists and pilgrims who would normally...

Congo-Brazzavile Affirms Commitment to Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)

The Republic of Congo reaffirms its steadfast commitment to the strategic policy defined by the Secretary-General of OPEC and OPEC+. We strongly support the...

Nigerian independent Oranto Petroleum extends its Ugandan exploration licenses

Oranto Petroleum (http://Atlas-Oranto.com), a Nigerian independent energy company founded by Prince Arthur Eze has, on 22 December 2023, been granted a two-year exploration license...

Veteran Nollywood actor passes on

Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun has announced the passing of veteran actor, Dejumo Lewis. Mr Lewis died at the age of 80-years-old. Mr Balogun confirmed his...

Small African agribusinesses use tech to up their game

Agritech solutions and digital marketing can help empower agricultural startups. As literacy increases in rural areas and infrastructure improves, young farmers and agri-processors working...

Unlocking Finance for Women in Zambia

Women-led businesses in Zambia will find advice on financing in this new International Trade Centre guide. Greater collaboration between business owners and funders can improve...

In Senegal, cashew brands upgrade their packaging

ITC is supporting small cashew processors and brands in Senegal to reach new markets and grow their operations. They organized a training on packaging...

United Nations Women programming supports refugees worldwide

UN Women works around the world with local partners and other UN agencies, including UNHCR, to ensure that programming for refugees takes gender into...

Kenya: Quality of the Care Assessment to Bridge Gaps in Healthcare Delivery

The Ministry of Health has unveiled the Health Facility Census Report 2023, spotlighting disparities between resource inputs (infrastructure, equipment, funds) and desired quality outcomes...

Dengue spike fuels concerns of public health threat in previously untouched countries: World Health Organization (WHO)

The warning came as WHO reported more than five million dengue infections and 5,000 deaths from the disease worldwide this year. Briefing journalists at the UN in...

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Donates Computers and Projectors to the Ministry of Communications, Technology, and Innovation for Young People

UNICEF Sierra Leone handed over 113 laptops and 23 projectors to the Ministry of Communications, Technology, and Innovation for young people in 39 schools...

Eritrea: Effort in human resources development

At an activity assessment meeting conducted on 18 and 19 December, the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare reported that commendable effort has been...

Suspected thieves steal from man who died while behind steering wheel

A yet-to-be identified man was discovered inside his Toyota SUV car in G.R.A, Benin City, Edo State. The deceased, who was seated behind the...

46.7 million children at risk of malnutrition, displacement, poor health & learning loss in West and Central Africa due to conflict and displacement

A forecast 46.7 million children face another year of humanitarian need in West and Central Africa mainly due to ongoing conflict and insecurity, including...

Peacekeepers from Ethiopia and South Korea hand over supplies and medicines to hospitals in Bor

South Sudanese healthcare facilities are still suffering from the effects of years of conflict in the country, and the ones in Greater Jonglei are...

‘God help me’ –Tiwa Savage expresses concerns about health ahead of upcoming shows

Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage has expressed distress about her health as she prepares for upcoming shows. In a heartfelt statement, Tiwa Savage conveyed her...

Police dismiss 2 officers attempting to extort Dutch tourists in viral video

The Nigeria police have dismissed two special constabularies, Jimoh Lukmon and Kareem Fatai, who were caught in a viral video trying to extort money...

Man wrongly imprisoned freed after spending 48 years behind bars

A man who was in jail for nearly 50 years for a murder he did not commit has been exonerated by a judge. Glynn Simmons,...

Actor Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by ex-assistant

American actor Vin Diesel has been accused of sexual assault by his former personal assistant in a new lawsuit. Asta Jonasson claims in the lawsuit...

National Basketball Association (NBA) Joins Celebrations in Honor of First-Ever World Basketball Day

The NBA (https://www.NBA.com) today announced its celebrations of the first-ever World Basketball Day.  Established by the United Nations on August 23 during the FIBA...

Ethiopia is putting early warnings for all into action

Ethiopia is severely affected by climate related hazards. Since 2020, the country has faced prolonged drought resulting from consecutive failed rainy seasons, generally happening...