In Africa, gender pay equality is becoming a force with governments, activists and organisations demanding to bridge the perennial gap between men and women in terms of wages. Although women contribute to national economies to a great extent, especially in such areas as the health care industry, education, and agriculture, unequal pay is still observed. […]
Top 8 Gen Z Filipina Actresses 2025: Here are the new stars taking the lead in Philippine showbiz with their talent, charm, and hefty social influence. The Filipino entertainment landscape shifts as Gen Z actresses “take the reins”. These young women transition into the show business world with its own charm, energy, and digital appeal, […]
Dubai, Abu Dhabi – A cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) investment between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and France aims to produce semiconductors and nurture talent, therefore supporting the UAE’s technological push. Through important industry innovations and deployments, the collaboration—which was announced by the Abu Dhabi Media Office on Wednesday—is expected to improve the AI […]
Pretoria, Republic of South Africa The International Criminal Court‘s (ICC) chief prosecutor Karim Khan’s recent statement that he has asked for arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and three senior Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity has been welcomed by the South African presidency. […]
Ghanaian Ama Ata Aidoo, one of Africa’s most well-known writers and dramatists, passed away at the age of 81. Renowned feminist Aidoo wrote about and embraced African women’s plight in pieces like Changes, Our Sister Killjoy, and The Dilemma of a Ghost. As she put it, “Western perception that the African female is a downtrodden […]
A significant turning point in South Africa’s healthcare reform efforts has been reached with the formal signing into law of a bill aimed at universal health coverage by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Speaking at the Union Buildings in Pretoria signing ceremony, Ramaphosa hailed the legislation as an essential first step toward establishing a more egalitarian society, […]
Significantly, Egypt has declared its official intention to join South Africa in the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) genocide complaint against Israel. South Africa started the complaint in January and claims that Israel’s activities in the Gaza Strip violate its responsibilities under the Genocide Convention. Cairo joined the lawsuit mostly due to growing Israeli violence […]
The Foreign Minister wrote the Security Council a letter requesting the end of a UN political mission that has advised Somalia on peacebuilding, security reforms, and democracy for more than ten years. Three unidentified UN sources told Reuters that the 360-member United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) was taken aback by the request to […]
In the context of a fall in foreign direct investment worldwide, this remarkable achievement emphasizes the UAE’s ability to position itself as a safe haven for investors. The UAE garnered an astounding $23 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) last year, dispersed among 1,277 projects, according to a new analysis by data and analytics company […]
On Tuesday night, a multidisciplinary rescue team—which included sniffer dogs—kept looking for the more than thirty people buried beneath the debris at a George, South Africa, building site. There were seventy-five individuals there when the multi-story apartment building they were constructing fell on Monday afternoon. Seven of them, at the very least, have been pronounced […]
On Monday, Kenya and Somalia signed an agreement regarding the two countries’ cooperation in political consultations, education, and defense. Musalia Mudavadi, who is also the cabinet secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, stated in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, that the three bilateral instruments aim to further consolidate bilateral cooperation for the mutual benefit of […]
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Dr. Naledi Pandor will officially visit Denmark to participate in the 2024 Nordic-African Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, set for Copenhagen on May 2–3. This year’s two days of the annual conference have the theme “Multilateralism and Increasing Trade and Investment.” Several African foreign affairs ministers, or their representatives, have confirmed […]
William Ruto, the President of Kenya, traveled to the flood-stricken village of Kamuchiri, which is located north-west of Nairobi, on Tuesday, April 30. Residents of places that have experienced flooding or landslides in the past, as well as residents who live near dams and rivers that are regarded to be in high danger, will be […]
Introduction: The UAE and Kenya have forged a significant partnership aimed at bolstering investments in Kenya’s mining and technology sectors. With a focus on diversifying investment portfolios and promoting economic growth, this collaboration holds promise for both nations. The most recent agreement, made possible by the Abu Dhabi-based company ADQ, ushers in a new era […]
Recognition of Wole Soyinka’s Literary Legacy Prof. Wole Soyinka, the first African Nobel Laureate in Literature, has been honored as the Copyright Change Champion by the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC). This designation acknowledges Soyinka’s unparalleled contributions to literature and his steadfast advocacy for copyright protection. Dr. John Asein, the Director-General of NCC, made the announcement […]
Suspension of Controversial Tourism Project The World Bank has decided to suspend funding for a $150 million tourism project in Tanzania amidst allegations of widespread rights abuses against local villagers. The project, aimed at enhancing natural resource management and tourism assets in a remote region of southern Tanzania, faced criticism from the Oakland Institute, a […]
US to Withdraw Troops From Niger The United States plans to withdraw all its troops from Niger, bringing an end to its longstanding presence in the West African nation. This decision comes after a military coup in February 2023 led to a deterioration of relations between Niger and Western powers. The US military presence in […]
Introduction: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in a constructive phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the outcomes of the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan. The leaders deliberated on various aspects of their nations’ bilateral relations and explored avenues for further enhancing cooperation within their strategic partnership. Discussion on […]
Ramaphosa faces accusations of committing genocide against Israel. The South African Jewish community expressed dismay after President Cyril Ramaphosa reportedly rehearsed genocide charges against Israel during a meeting that was supposed to address rising antisemitism. Instead of discussing the safety concerns of the Jewish constituents, Ramaphosa allegedly accused Israel of committing genocide, later citing the […]
Urgent Appeal for Migrant Support The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with 48 humanitarian and development organisations and governments, is urgently seeking USD 112 million to provide vital assistance to over 2.1 million migrants and host communities along the Eastern and Southern migration routes. This appeal comes in response to the recent tragedy […]