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African Development Bank joins global partners to raise financing for $1.6 bn multinational Lobito Transportation Corridor programme

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), joining global partners to mobilise resources for the Lobito Corridor and the...

Lesotho: Youth Innovative Ideas to Attract Investors- Minister

In a motivational address at the closing ceremony of the Sebabatso Youth Entrepreneurship Initiative, the Minister of Information, Communication, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Ms....

South Africa: Minister of Education David Maynier unveils Edu Invest initiative

Public-Private Partnership initiative aims to attract investment into education and establish the Western Cape as an innovation powerhouse. Edu Invest: A public-private partnership initiative to...

“Sporting Infrastructure Under President Akufo-Addo Unparallelled” – Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA)

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has received exemplary commendation from the executives and members of the Ghana League Clubs Association...

African Energy Chamber (AEC) applauds the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board’s (NCDMB) Steadfast Commitment to Efficiency and Transparency Amid Federal Agency Award

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has once again solidified its position as an exemplar of transparency and efficiency among federal agencies...

Manhunt underway in Maine after mass shooting leaves 18 dead and 13 injured

A massive manhunt is currently underway in Maine for the US Army reservist suspected of a horrific mass shooting that claimed the lives of...

Unveiling the 2023 European Film Festival Zimbabwe: Explore, learn, and enjoy with #EuroFilmFestZW!

Lights, camera, action! The European Union is excited to present this year’s European Film Festival Zimbabwe (#EuroFilmFestZW) is about to make a captivating entrance...

Israel-Gaza war: Giving birth amid shelling and power cuts

One month ago, Gaza resident Jumana Emad was in the final stages of pregnancy. She was happily sharing pictures of her heavily pregnant belly, waiting...

House of Reps committee invites Naira Marley, Mohbad’s legal team

A joint committee of the House of Representatives has invited Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, over the royalties of late Afrobeat singer,...

South Africa: African Development Bank approves ZAR 2.7 billion subordinated financing and $150 million trade finance facility for Absa Group Limited

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has approved a financial package for Absa Group Limited comprising a sustainability-linked loan for...

Afreximbank signs term sheet for US$40million pre-export facility for Johnvents Industries Limited

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) today in Houston, United States, signed a term sheet for a US$40million pre-export facility in favour of Johnvents...

CNBC Arabia Partners with Upcoming Libya Energy Summit

CNBC Arabia has been confirmed as an official Media Partner for the Libya Energy&Economic Summit (LEES) (https://apo-opa.info/3Mkq9aW) taking place in Tripoli next month, which...

APO Group and Namibia Future Media Holdings Join Forces to Expand African News Reach

APO Group, the leading Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is excited to announce a new content partnership with Namibia Future Media...

Vogue editor Edward Enninful named UK’s most powerful black person

The editor-in-chief of British Vogue, Edward Enninful OBE, has been named the UK's most influential black person by the Powerlist 2024. Powerful Media's annual list...

Uganda: Committee calls for full operationalisation of health centres

The Committee on Government Assurances and Implementation has called for the full operationalisation of health centres in local governments. The committee led by the Chairperson,...

Violence exacerbates malnutrition in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

In North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), an average of 800 children suffering from severe acute malnutrition have been admitted each month for treatment to...

Africa Tech Festival Announces Top 10 Finalists for Start-Up World Cup

The results are in and today, organisers of the annual Africa Tech Festival (https://apo-opa.info/3myppVu), taking place in Cape Town 14 – 16 November, announced...

Pioneering Sustainable Solutions: Mazars Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2023 as Gold Sponsor

Adapting to macroeconomic forces and stringent regulations is crucial in the ever-evolving landscape of the energy, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. As the world seeks...

Zambia reaches deal for debt relief on $4bn owed to bondholders

Zambia has reached a deal for relief on nearly $4 billion owed to private bondholders, raising hopes that a protracted debt restructuring by Africa’s...

#TeamEurope partners with Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) to elevate European film culture in Tanzania

Starting from November 3, 2023, award-winning films from ZIFF and select European movies will be screened in Dar es Salaam, Bagamoyo, and Morogoro. These...

South Africa: Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health

Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health and wellbeing for residents.  On the 25th of October, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness,...

FIFA Safeguarding Summit delivered as first group graduate from two-year FIFA Guardians Safeguarding in Sport Diploma

The Summit took place at the Home of FIFA (www.FIFA.com) in Zurich on 25-26 October 2023; More than 100 FIFA Learners from 70 Member Associations...

Stellantis to Become a Strategic Shareholder of Leapmotor with €1.5 Billion Investment and Bolster Leapmotor’s Global Electric Vehicle Business

Leveraging the strengths of both companies, Stellantis (https://www.Stellantis.com​) and Leapmotor give birth to a strategic global relationship that aims at creating a highly competitive...

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Central Banks adopt Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) for intra-regional trade transactions

The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), a groundbreaking initiative developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) to revolutionize cross-border payments and boost...

Africa Finance Corporation to lead United States (US)-backed development of the Lobito Corridor and Zambia-Lobito Rail Line

 “This represents the most significant transport infrastructure that the US has helped develop on the African continent in a generation”- Helaina Matza, US State...

Nigerian Supreme Court upholds President Tinubu’s election win

The Nigerian Supreme Court on Thursday, October 26, 2023, affirmed Bola Tinubu’s election as the president of Nigeria after dismissing a piece of crucial...

Argentina still in pole position, Venezuela back in top 50

Total of 165 international matches played in October; Movement in top ten, but podium remains unchanged; Lithuania are biggest climbers. No fewer than 165 international...

Rema finally speaks on joining illuminati

Famous Nigerian musician, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has finally reacted to the viral rumours making the rounds that he recently joined the...

Kaspersky Records an Increase in Mobile Threats in Africa in Q2 2023

According to Kaspersky research (https://apo-opa.info/46X8CgY) on mobile cyberthreat dynamics in Q2 2023, threats for mobile devices are growing worldwide. In particular, the number of...

Lagos Free Zone wins Industrial Champion Category at the Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 Awards

Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (www.LagosFreeZone.com), the first deep seaport-based private free trade zone in Nigeria has won Industrial Champion category of the Global Free...

FIFA statement

Now it is official: FIFA President Gianni Infantino (https://www.FIFA.com) has always acted absolutely correctly and lawfully in his relations with the Swiss public prosecutors...

Black Excellence and the Entrepreneurs Revolutionizing the Tech Industry

In 2023, the world has truly become a tech-driven society, with advancements in Information and Computer Technology; Artificial Intelligence (AI); robotics; biotechnology; machine learning...

Unlocking Opportunities for Print Service Providers in the Booming African Print Decor Market (By Somesh Adukia)

By Somesh Adukia, Managing Director – Canon Central and North Africa (https://www.Canon-CNA.com)​. In recent years, Africa’s interior decor industry has witnessed a remarkable surge in...

Doctor sentenced to life in prison for rape

The head of a top Nigerian cancer clinic has been sentenced to life in prison for raping his wife's teenage niece. Dr Olufemi Olaleye...

Israeli Ambassador seeks face of God at Cedar Mountain Chapel over Hamas conflict

The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Shlomit Sufa, has visited Cedar Mountain Chapel at East Legon in Accra to worship and seek prayer for her...

Malawi launches Tipewe Cholera/Covid-19 campaign as part of National Community Health Day commemorations

Malawi government has today launched the National Community Health Framework (2023-2030), the “Tipewe Cholera/Covid 19” campaign and re-launched the Human Papilloma virus vaccination drive. The...

Joint statement by World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and ROTARY on World Polio Day 2023

Today, we commemorate the 2023 World Polio Day (WPD) by joining the global community to create awareness about polio eradication and urge parents to...

African Energy Chamber (AEC) Celebrates Congo Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Vessel Sail-Away, First Production Set for December 2023

Global energy company Eni celebrated the sail away of the Tango Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) and Excalibur Floating Storage Unit (FSU) vessels from...

Former Power Minister drags Boakye Agyarko into $140 million judgment debt

A former Power Minister, Dr Kwabena Donkor, has called on Parliament to probe the former Energy Minister, Boakye Agyarko, and other officials of the...

Women’s football growth continues in Southern Africa backed by FIFA support

The eleventh edition of the COSAFA Women's Championship was held in Gauteng, South Africa between 4 - 15 October 2023; FIFA (www.FIFA.com) provides USD 1.25...