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Vitol Joins Angola Oil & Gas 2024 as Silver Sponsor

Energy and commodities company Vitol will participate at the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) 2024 conference (https://apo-opa.co/4b9OwCw) - scheduled for October 2-3 in Luanda - as a silver sponsor....

Multistakeholder Platform (MSP) Launch in Cameroon seeks to Address Feed and Fodder challenges that have resulted to High Child Malnutrition Rates

The livestock sector in Africa faces numerous challenges that hinder its growth and have significant implications for food security, economic development, and social stability...

Multimedia Group’s Erastus Asare Donkor spotlights illegal mining in Ghana on VoA’s Straight to Talk Africa [Video]

An investigative environmental journalist for the Multimedia Group, Erastus Asare Donkor, appeared on VoA’s Straight to Talk Africa show to discuss his documentary "Poisoned...

‘World’s largest’ vacuum system launched; aims to extract climate pollution from air

The “world’s largest” plant designed to suck planet-heating pollution out of the atmosphere like a giant vacuum began operating in Iceland on Wednesday. “Mammoth” is the second...

Africa Development Center in Nigeria set to close, Microsoft announces

Microsoft is closing down its Africa Development Centre in the continent's most populous nation, Nigeria, which will lead to job losses, a spokesperson said...

Outcry in Nigeria as government introduces money transfer levy

Many Nigerians have condemned the introduction of a new levy on electronic banking transactions, with some saying it will push them back to using...

U.S military aid to Ghana surpasses $28m, rallies allies to boost maritime security

The United States Government says it is working across Coastal West Africa to promote social cohesion, inclusive economic growth, and accountable governance to prevent...

Yul Edochie and estrange wife May’s divorce case stalled

The divorce proceedings between actor, Yul Edochie and his estranged wife May have been further delayed. It was earlier reported that the ongoing case at the FCT...

Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine’s power plants

People in several regions of Ukraine have been experiencing power blackouts after the latest wave of Russian attacks on the country's energy infrastructure. President Volodymyr...

Celebration of 50th anniversary of the Expanded Immunization Programmme in Sao Tome and Principe

The celebration of 2024 African Vaccination Week was launched on 3rd May in the community of Madalena, in the district of Mé-zochi. The event organized by...

Koen pleased with game plan execution

Springbok Women head coach Louis Koen praised his squad for transferring the work they’ve done on the training field to match day in their...

Putting Clients First: Centurion Law Group Rebrands as CLG

Pan-African legal and business advisory group Centurion Law Group has officially rebranded to CLG (https://CLGGlobal.com), underscoring a firm-wide commitment to innovation and growth. The...

Ghana: Enhancing capacity for malaria vaccine introduction and rollout in Africa through experience sharing

Since 2019, Ghana, Kenya and Malawi have been rolling out malaria vaccines, with over 2.5 million children already receiving at least one dose of...

Nigeria: Protecting families against malaria using Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets

Malaria remains a significant public health concern in many parts of the world, particularly in sub-Saharan African countries like Nigeria, where the disease is...

Saving lives in northwest Nigeria with the new MenFive vaccines

It was around 10 am when 55-year-old Usman Alasan, with his megaphone got to the nomadic settlement of Dongawaki, located at Sule Tankarkar Local...

Kanayo O. Kanayo’s first son joins movie industry

Son of popularly Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo  has joined the movie industry. The esteemed actor introduced his son, Clinton Onyeze to the crew as...

Somalia rings the bell to invest in women

The Somali Stock Exchange, in partnership with UN Women Somalia, hosted the ‘Ring the Bell for Gender Equality’ event on 7th March 2024 to raise...

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Redoubles Protection Efforts in the Aftermath of Fresh Violence in Tambura

“It’s like a repeated nightmare fleeing armed groups who come into our towns, our villages, our homes and our farms, opening fire and slaughtering...

Bangladeshi Peacekeepers Boost Educational Opportunities for Children in Rocrocdong-Wau

For many children across South Sudan, going to school is just a dream. Years of conflict has devastated infrastructure, including educational facilities, as well as...

US revokes licences for sales of chips to Huawei

The US government says it has revoked some licences that allowed US chipmakers to export certain goods to Chinese technology giant, Huawei. The Department of...

Tenant elopes with landlord’s daughter; abandons wife and kids

A tenant, Manlafy Danso, who is married with two children, has been accused of eloping with his landlord’s 20-year-old daughter in Gambia. It was gathered...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 11 Transformative Agreements Aimed at Spearheading Private Sector Expansion in Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-PS.org) is pleased to announce the signing of 11 pivotal agreements aimed at...

AstraZeneca withdraws Covid vaccine worldwide after admitting it can cause rare blood clots

AstraZeneca is withdrawing its highly successful coronavirus vaccine, citing the availability of a plethora of new shots that has led to a decline in...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

Strengthening Global Partnerships: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Seals 13 Agreements Worth US$689 Million Across Diverse Sectors at...

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs 13 Landmark Agreements to Promote Private Sector Growth in its Member Countries

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs Letters of Intent for Line of Finance Facilities with Uganda Development Bank Limited...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) signed two significant Letters of Intent for a total of USD 150 Million...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs Letters of Intent for Line of Finance Facilities with Uganda Development Bank Limited...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) signed two significant Letters of Intent for a total of USD 150 Million...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs Letters of Intent for Line of Finance Facilities with Uganda Development Bank Limited...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) signed two significant Letters of Intent for a total of USD 150 Million...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs Letters of Intent for Line of Finance Facilities with Uganda Development Bank Limited...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) signed two significant Letters of Intent for a total of USD 150 Million...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Signs Letters of Intent for Line of Finance Facilities with Uganda Development Bank Limited...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) signed two significant Letters of Intent for a total of USD 150 Million...