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…
Saudia Group, Airbus ink largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation
Saudi Group announced the largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation history with Airbus during the first day of…
Canon Central, North Africa partners with GITEX Africa 2024
Canon Central and North Africa, a global leader in imaging solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with…
Kenya, U.S. to celebrate 60th diplomatic relations anniversary
President of Kenya William S. Ruto is set to attend the upcoming U.S.-Kenya Business Forum this week in…
Business interruption, cyber incidents challenge global food, beverage sector
The food and beverage industry is facing significant challenges in 2024, with Business interruption emerging as the primary…
Congo Brazzaville set to realize digital sovereignty
Jolting hammer blows, the sounds of iron bars under a workman’s blowtorch, the odor of fresh cement: at…
IMF to release $150 million to Tanzania
A team of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which concluded its visit to Tanzania said it has concluded…
IFAD, Senegal launch Africa integrated climate risk management program
The Government of Senegal, in partnership with several international organizations including the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD),…