APC petitions INEC, demands Mike Igini’s dismissal within 48hrs
A ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding dismissal of its Akwa Ibom…
‘Mauritius needs to find new sectors,’
TAR: What has the Covid-19 pandemic taught us about the Mauritian economy? Malachy McAllister: Mauritius is very dependent on tourism.…
Africa: Ecobank Supports Boma Event On Africa Integration Day, AfCFTA Hub Initiative
In its quest to support intra-African trade Ecobank has decided to be the headline sponsor of this year’s Boma of…
Rwanda: A country transformed in 26 years:
Rwanda is the fourth-smallest country in #Africa, located in the Great Rift Valley in the central part of the continent.…
DR Congo and Rwanda agree to de-escalate tensions at Angola summit:
A meeting between #Rwanda and #DemocraticRepublicofCongo (DRC) in #Luanda, #Angola, mediated by President João Lourenço, has agreed on a roadmap…
Jealous lady cuts off boyfriend’s pen*s over cheating
A jealous girlfriend identified as Vicky Mark has allegedly cut off her lover’s pen*s while sleeping after accusing him of…
Angola’s Lourenço yet to turn anti-corruption rhetoric into reality
A recent book finds little reason for confidence that elections in August will provide impetus for reform and economic development.…
Africa’s Great Green Wall – Researchers Push New Advances Despite Conflict, Funding Challenges
Paris — African and European researchers are meeting in France to give fresh impetus to Africa’s ambitious Great Green Wall…
2022 Hajj turbulent, commission’s boss never abandoned pilgrims
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NACON) Thursday admitted that the 2022 has been turbulent in Nigeria and across the…
Safaricom services will be available to 25% of the population by April 2023
The staggered launch will make Safaricom’s services available to 25% of Ethiopia’s 110 million-strong population by the end of the…
Africa Democracy Summit Calls On Leaders to Respect Term Limits
Gaborone — Botswana is hosting an international meeting aimed at strengthening democracy and adherence to constitutions in Africa. Participants are…
Rwanda and DRC start peace talks mediated by Angola
Angola’s President João Lourenço was appointed by the African Union to mediate talks between DRC’s President Félix Tshisekedi and his…
Africa: UN – 828 Million More People Faced Hunger in 2021
New York — The United Nations warned Wednesday that the world is failing in its efforts to eradicate hunger, as…
Nigeria struggles to meet oil quota, loses 20% production to thieves
Nigeria is struggling to produce 1.21 million barrels per day in contrast to its 1.4 million barrels handed to it…
Battle between Ruto and Odinga for vote-rich Mount Kenya region intensifies
Mount Kenya is home to the outgoing president, Uhuru Kenyatta, but is now perceived to be Ruto’s stronghold, according to…
Africa: Industry, Environment Ministers Review Preparations for COP27
Trade and Industry Minister Nevine Gamea held an extensive discussion session with Minister of Environment Yasmine Fouad to review the…
Of 2023 elections and divine intervention
A column in one of the national dailies with the topic In 2022, politicians ‘partying’ as if it’s 2023 as…
More trouble for Flutterwave after Kenyan Court freezes fintech’s bank accounts
Other companies effected include Boxtrip Travel and Tours, Bagtrip Travel, Elivalat Fintech, Adguru Technology, Hupesi Solutions, Cruz Ride Auto and…
Africa: AU Launches Largest Continent-Wide Energy Trading Programme
THE African Union (AU) has launched the African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM) that will one day become the world’s largest…
Mauritius: A look at three individuals changing the country for the better
Highly educated Mauritius has put its foot to the metal to deal with the current challenges. Here are three leading…