Ethiopia’s pragmatic path in BRICS
By Henok Tadele Haile – When Ethiopia gained admission into the prestigious BRICS bloc last week, a wave of jubilation resounded across the country. This monumental event signals a coming of age…
World council unveils retail tourism power in new report
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today launched “Global Retail Tourism: Trends and Insights”, a report set to change the way we think about shopping tourism.
Ethiopian commences cargo service at Felipe Ángeles Airport
Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services, the largest cargo network operator in Africa, has repositioned its operations from Mexico City Airport (MEX) to the brand-new Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) starting from September…
African Energy Chamber welcomes Nigeria oil company deal
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) endorses the ground-breaking agreement between Oando PLC and Eni for the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (NAOC Ltd).
G20 told to tackle global poverty with financial inclusion
With 1.7 billion people having no access to basic financial services, the G20 summit starting this week has a golden opportunity to address financial inclusion and potentially lift hundreds of millions out…
IMF advises Angola to implement subsidy reform
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) advised Angola to fully implement the subsidy reform mitigation measures to support the vulnerable population.
Cairo to host Afreximbank African trade center
African Export-Import Bank has signed a formal agreement for the acquisition of land for the New Administrative Capital African Trade Centre (NAC-ATC), which will house the Bank’s headquarters, along with other trade-supporting…
African MPs urged to seriously interrogate executives on debt
The Members of parliament (MPs) of African countries are urged to seriously interrogate their executives to understand the magnitude and usage of the debt the executives borrow on behalf of their people.
Dar es Salaam set to host Africa food forum
The 13th annual Africa Food Systems Forum is set to convene from September 5th to 8th, 2023, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
GIIG, UNICEF Ethiopia partner for startup awards Africa summit
Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG), the exclusive rights holder to the Global Startup Awards (GSA) Africa, and UNICEF Ethiopia partner for the 2022/23 GSA Africa Summit.
Africa urged to harness green resources to boost energy security
Africa must swiftly harness its rich mineral and natural resources to drive a clean energy revolution and accelerate sustainable development amidst the current climate crisis, the Acting Executive Secretary of the UN…
Opportunities for African OPEC members
By NJ Ayuk – In this article the writer argues that delayed organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) cuts mean opportunity for African members. Quota-related decisions made at OPEC’s 35th meeting…
itel unveils S23+ smartphone in Ethiopia
itel, one of the global consumer electronic products boasting excellent user experience, has officially announced the imminent arrival of its flagship curved screen smartphone, the itel S23+.
IFAD, Stanbic Bank to cut money transfer costs to Uganda
The UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Stanbic Bank Uganda (SBU) today announced a partnership that will cut the cost incurred by Ugandan migrant workers sending money home in half…