London set to host Invest Africa summit next month
Invest Africa, a leading pan-African trade and investment platform, will host the 10th annual Africa Debate on 6th…
May 2024
Most African economies set to experience stronger growth
African economies remain resilient, despite challenges that are testing economies worldwide with of the economies set to experience…
U.S. designates Ugandan officials for significant corruption
The Department of State is publicly designating five current and former Ugandan officials for their involvement in significant…
PEUGEOT designs future driving pleasure with Hypersquare
PEUGEOT, a major player in technological innovation, electrifies VivaTech with its bold concept car INCEPTION, ushering in a…
How financing farmers advance Africa’s agriculture industry
The need to create innovative financing mechanisms for Africa’s farmers and revaluate existing ones is becoming increasingly critical…
UAE set to to empower next generation aviation professionals
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have signed a strategic…
Ethiopian Cargo, Liege Airport celebrate 17 years partnership
Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services and Liege Airport, the Ethiopian cargo hub in Europe, have celebrated 17 years…
African airlines see 10.6% growth in cargo demand in April
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global air cargo markets showing strong annual…
Global economy outlook brightening in 2024 with political risks
The latest Chief Economists Outlook released today presents a growing sense of cautious optimism about the global economy…
African Development Bank outlines 2023 Dakar 2 Summit
Since the Dakar 2 Summit, six African countries have set up Presidential-level Councils to drive implementation of the…
Ethiopia, Pakistan business forum takes place
State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Ambassador Birtukan Ayano, launched Ethio-Pakistan Business Forum, held under the motto…
Egyptian artist wins Norval Sovereign African Art Prize
Norval Foundation and The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF), announce Weaam El Masry (b. 1976, Egypt) as the winner…
IFAD delegation discusses rural development gains of Rwanda
A high-level delegation from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), led by Gérardine Mukeshimana, IFAD Vice-President, visited…
AFRODAD demands debt justice on Africa Day
On Africa Day celebration, the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) recognizes the continent’s remarkable…
U.S.-Kenya Business Forum facilitates over $2 billion investments
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Africa Business Center on Friday hosted the U.S.-Kenya Business Forum featuring the President…
Unlocking Africa’s mineral wealth
As part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is set to hold a pre-event…
TotalEnergies launches Africa startup challenge
By Anwar Hussen Mohammed – To recognize and award 100 African startups, TotalEnergies today launches African Startupper of…
Global Innovation Initiative Group to launch Ethiopian startup awards
The Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG), an initiative dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent, announces…
Volvo to launch hydrogen-powered trucks
Volvo Trucks is developing trucks with combustion engines that run on hydrogen. On-road tests with trucks using hydrogen…
Fast reform, targeted protection key to boost Africa’s agriculture
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse / Djibouti – With vast arable land that has the potential to feed the…
War in Gaza sparks surge in maritime attacks
Given as much as 90% of international trade is transported across oceans, maritime safety is critical. Thirty years…
Exploring Angola’s natural gas success
With proven oil reserves of 9 billion barrels and gas reserves of 11 trillion cubic feet (tcf), Angola…
USAID celebrates educational achievements in Ethiopia
On May 20, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) celebrated the successful completion of the READ…
WHO flags major increase in sexually transmitted infections
Global HIV, viral hepatitis epidemics and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to pose significant public health challenges, causing…
United States launches new climate action program in Morocco
Administrator Samantha Power announced the launch of a new initiative focused on helping Morocco’s people adapt to the…
Kenyan President Ruto arrives Atlanta for official visit
The United States warmly welcomes President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto of the Republic of Kenya…
Partners support Africa’s efforts in combating energy poverty
African civil society, human rights groups, environmental groups, governments and the private sector stand firm in their commitment…
Aramco to install the first quantum computer in Saudi
Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, has signed an agreement with Pasqal, a…
Dubai World Trade Centre economic output reaches about $5 billion
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), a global leader in the events and exhibitions industry, has once again demonstrated…
Djibouti Sovereign Fund plants to double GDP
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Djibouti Sovereign Fund (Fonds Souverain de Djibouti) plans to double the GDP of…