New program to help Africans excel in VC knowledge
A new program by a private company, Dream Venture Capital (Dream VC) is set to support venture capital…
Africa
Ethiopia reaffirms commitment to Lamu Port project
Ethiopia reaffirmed its continued commitment to the realization of the under-construction Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia (LAPSSET) Corridor Project, geared…
Time for United States to invest in Africa, says US official
United States Congressman Gregory Meeks has warned that the United States will only be part of the future…
IFC official to visit Djibouti, support job creation
The International Finance Corporation (IFC’s) Regional Vice President for Africa, Sérgio Pimenta, is set to visit Djibouti from…
Africa’s agriculture sector leaders discuss environmental sustainability
Over one hundred of Africa’s leading and emerging leaders in agriculture met in a two-day virtual forum last…
Russia opens Africa–Russia economic cooperation office in Ethiopia
The Government of Russia has opened Africa-Russia economic cooperation coordination committee office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Wednesday.
ECA set to launch Africa’s first AI research center
The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is set to launch tomorrow Africa’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Research…
IFC, KARL STORZ partner to improve African healthcare services
KARL STORZ, manufacturer of endoscope today joins International Finance Corporation’s (IFC’s) Africa Medical Equipment Facility to help Africa’s…
Tana Forum focuses on transnational organized crimes in Africa
The Tana Forum Roundtable discussion held as a sideline event at the 58th Munich Security Conference in Germany…
Kigali set to host regional forum on sustainable development
The capital of Rwanda, Kigali is set to host the 8th Session of Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable…
Global partners collaborate for Green Infrastructure in Africa Alliance
The African Development Bank Group and Africa50, in partnership with the African Union Commission and the African Union…
EIB pledges 500 million euro to strengthen African public health
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to pledge 500 million euro under partnership launched today by World…
Coalition announces $5.55 billion financing for African enterprises
The coalition for a sustainable and inclusive recovery of the private sector, an international group of 20 development…
European Investment Bank backs African private sector
Private sector investment across Africa, essential to tackle the impacts of COVID-19 and unlock sustainable growth, will be…
Investors forecast dramatic expansion in Africa
Professional investors forecast dramatic expansion in the levels of investment in Africa by pension funds and large corporates…
Africa’s transport sector benefits from free trade area
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is expected to increase intra-African trade in transport services by nearly 50%,…
Rise of M-Commerce in Africa
By Mosa Mokone – There has been a shift from desktop to mobile as Africa embraces the m-commerce…
US calls for rapid credible election in Somalia
The United States Government Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken, calls for a rapid credible election to bring…
Africa Travel Week 2022 commences registration
Africa Travel Week 2022 that bring together pan-African & international exhibitors and is scheduled to go ahead from…
Africa cannot outsource its healthcare security
“Africa cannot outsource its healthcare security to the benevolence of others”, said African Development Bank Group President Dr…
Ethiopia calls for establishment of African media
Addressing the leaders of African countries gathered in Addis Ababa for the 35th heads of states summit on…
Russia may be behind recent coups in Africa – says U.S.
The Government of Russia may be behind the recent coups in African countries, says U.S. Army General Stephen…
Africa records 1.1 million new cancer cases
Every year Africa records around 1.1 million new cases of cancer, resulting in up to 700 000 deaths.
Russia eyes investments in Ethiopia energy sector
One of the major energy companies in Russia, Energy solutions, electro technical holding company ERSO), has shown interest…
Africa Engineering Prize shortlists innovator from Ethiopia
A range of technologies have today been shortlisted for the 2022 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation that includes…
Foundation continues to create a better, fairer world
In his annual letter Mark Suzman, CEO and now Board member of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation,…
Study suggests investment in wind, solar farms in Africa
A sustainable future for Africa can be achieved through strategic investment in wind and solar farms, reveals an…
African thought leaders discuss EU-Africa trade
Ahead of the EU-African Union Summit scheduled for 17-18 February 2022, African thought leaders stressed the importance of…
UK minister appreciates Ethiopia’s efforts to make peace
The State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia Ambassador Redwan Hussien discussed on Thursday at his office with…
Ethiopian launches online air cargo booking platform
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, Africa’s largest network operator has launched a new feature that enables customers to…