National teams from Africa advance their World Cup qualification pursuit as they take part in Matchday 5 of the qualifiers. The joint hosting by Canada, the United States, and Mexico has made all countries across…
Canada Boosts $37B Mining Investment in Africa with…
Canadian companies have expanded their presence as major African mining stakeholders and invested more than $37 billion. Africa holds the title of becoming the second biggest destination for mining projects of Canadian companies. Under Canada’s…
South Africa to Plant 1 Million Trees in…
The South African government wants people to plant one million trees across the nation within a single day on September 24, 2025. In September of 2025, South Africa will plant one million trees as part…
South Africa’s Inflation Holds Steady as Central Bank…
The government's statistics regulator showed that South African inflation stayed at 3.2% during February and rose below the projected 3.3%. One day before the interest rate change South Africa's central bank faces a key decision…
US Threatens to Close Johannesburg Consulate Over Street…
The United States plans to shut down its Johannesburg consulate after Sandton Drive gets renamed to Leila Khaled Drive even though most residents along with local businesses strongly oppose this change. Joel Pollak who leads…
Africa’s Green Energy Push Aims to Electrify 570…
The push toward renewable energy in Africa helps the 570 million people who currently live without reliable power access. Many African people remain without electricity since developed countries take power usage as a basic standard…
Algeria Ramps Up Final Preparations for IATF2025 Trade…
The Algerian government prepares the hosting facilities for the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, which will open its doors on September 4th in Algiers. The trade fair plans to host visitors from 140 nations while exhibitors…
Trump Administration Expels South African Ambassador Over Critical…
The United States issued Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool a one-way travel ticket from South Africa to show decreasing trust between the two nations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made a public statement on Friday to ban…
Iran Announces New Shipping Line to West Africa…
The Trade Promotion Organization of Iran revealed its plan to launch a special shipping line to West Africa through its recent announcement. TPO presented the news ahead of the third Iran-Africa Economic Cooperation Summit that…
Africa’s Rare Earth Sector Set to Transform Global…
Expansion in the global rare earth industry makes Africa stand out by predicting this region will reach 10% market supply by 2029. Companies in Africa are adding eight new rare earth separation units over five…
Mining Veteran Ben Magara Named New Exxaro CEO
Exxaro Resources Limited chose Ben Magara to lead the company as CEO starting April 1, 2025. The firm conducted an accelerated search for a CEO during which Magara earned the presidential role before Acting CEO…
12 Killed, 45 Injured in Tragic Johannesburg Bus…
A bus crashed on Tuesday near OR Tambo International Airport leaving twelve people dead and injuring forty-five others. First responders discovered the bus lay tilted on its side close to the highway edge once they…
Internet Access Crisis Deepens in Africa as Shutdowns…
Access Now and KeepItOn revealed 2024 as being the worst year ever for digital shutdowns across 20 events across 15 African nations. When political turmoil grows governments more freely cut off internet access as part…
Hassatou Diop N’Sele Named Among 50 Most Inspiring…
Hassatou Diop N’Sele the Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer at the African Development Bank has been named one of Forbes Africa’s 50 Most Inspiring Women of 2025. Hassatou has earned this intensive…
Africa Aims to Produce 60% of Its Vaccines…
The African Union commits to boost local vaccine production across the continent to cover more than 60% of its needs by 2040. The initiative emerged because Africa received only one vaccine dose for every three…
Afghanistan vs South Africa: Champions Trophy 2025 –…
South Africa begins its ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign today (February 21) against Afghanistan, who are making their tournament debut. The match will take place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi, Pakistan. Head-to-Head Record…
Kenya tourism sector up for record profits this…
Tourism Minister Rebecca Miano recently highlighted that Kenya tourism sector earnings are expected to jump to 650 billion shillings ($5 billion) this year - compared to the 452.2 billion shillings recorded last year. Miano noted…
African Entrepreneurs Lead the Charge in AI Development…
The Italian G7 Presidency and UNDP help African entrepreneurs lead significant improvements in artificial intelligence technology creation through a powerful new approach. From 2024 the AI Hub for Sustainable Development helps both national and international…
Public Holidays 2025: Mark Your Calendar!
With 2024 drawing to a close, it's time to start planning your holidays, especially as 2025 offers exciting long weekends all year round. Here's a month-by-month look at the long weekends that await you: January…
