Africa

Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro launch: Event Timing for Africa

A special ‘glowtime’ event will be held by Apple on 9 September, where the tech giant is expected to showcase…

September 9, 2024

More than 50 killed in Nigeria’s deadly fuel tanker explosion in Niger State

A tragic incident involving the explosion of a petrol tanker in Niger State, Nigeria has claimed the lives of over…

September 9, 2024

Ethiopia warns strongly of growing tensions with Egypt and Somalia

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed cautions against any invasion since tensions over territory disputes and the Nile dam project are rising…

September 9, 2024

The Filmhouse Group rewards creative excellence at FAME Week Africa 2024

Filmhouse Group is one of the participants celebrating creativity, talent and innovation on the continent at FAME Week Africa 2024,…

September 8, 2024

UAE Re-echoes Support for Sudan Peace Moves as Humanitarian Situation Deteriorates

Writing to The Economist, Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister for Political Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs,…

September 7, 2024

Mpox Vaccine Arrives in Congo Amidst Worsening Outbreak Across Africa

On Thursday, the initial lot of 100,000 mpox vaccine doses arrived in the Congo capital of Kinshasa, just three weeks…

September 6, 2024

UAE’s Foreign Aid Exceeds $98 Billion, Changing Lives All Around

Having given approximately AED360 billion ($98.09 billion) in overseas aid since its inception in 1971 till mid-2024, the United Arab…

September 6, 2024

Daughter of Zuma to marry polygamous king ‘for love’.

South Africa's former president Jacob Zuma's 21-year-old daughter is marrying the King of Eswatini for love, a spokesman for Africa's…

September 5, 2024

A New Age of China-Africa Partnership: Xi Jinping Reveals Strategic Cooperation Plans at Forum

At the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced an ambitious strategy to lift…

September 5, 2024

22 Missing and One Dead as Migrants Boat Capsizes Off Libyan Coast

In yet another sad event involving migrants trying to reach Europe, on Tuesday a boat carrying thirty-two migrants overturned off…

September 5, 2024

Great African Queens In History

In the ancient world, Africa was home to some of the world's greatest rulers. These included queens who ruled their…

September 4, 2024

Egyptian President El-Sisi Visits Turkey Historically to Strengthen Relations with Erdogan

On Wednesday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi started an official trip to Turkey, therefore signifying a turning point in the…

September 4, 2024

China-Africa Summit: Developing Economic and Diplomatic Relations Amid World Crisis

China welcomed more than fifty African leaders in Beijing this week, therefore signifying yet another important chapter in the always…

September 4, 2024

DRC Prison Break Tragedy: 129 Makala Prison Escape Attempt Deaths Amid Fire

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have verified that at least 129 inmates perished trying to flee…

September 3, 2024

Dubai Humanitarian Airlift provides urgently needed relief supplies to over 70,000 Sudanese people living in Chad

Under the direction of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai,…

September 3, 2024

Instant payments : Fast approval and payment times from Unifi transform credit in sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa's credit services provider, Unifi, enables its customers to apply for short-term personal loans and have the money in…

September 2, 2024

Chidimma Adetshina Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria Amidst Issues of Nationality

Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, was finally crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, completing a big turnaround in her journey through…

September 2, 2024

Joining the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing, South African President strengthens China-Africa Relationship

Arriving in Beijing early Monday morning, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was slated to attend the 9th Forum on China-Africa…

September 2, 2024

Over 7 Million Enrolled as Voter Registration for the 2024 Cameroon Elections Come to an End

The long-awaited voter registration for the 2024 elections in Cameroon finally came to a close. According to the Director of…

September 1, 2024

Namibia’s controversial Cull: Reacting to Drought and Food Insecurity

Controversial Namibia Cull: Drought Food Security Response Namibia, known for its abundance of wildlife, is experiencing one of the worst…

August 31, 2024

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