AfDB and AGTF mobilize US$250M to improve access to water in Rwanda
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group approved loans of almost USD 250 million to Rwanda in…
The African Development Bank appoints Yacine Fal as Special Representative of the President to the Africa Investment Forum
African Development Bank Group (http://www.AfDB.org) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has appointed Yacine Fal as his Special Representative to the Africa…
Tanzania approves assignment of Afren’s former interest in the Tanga block to Octant
Petrodel Resources Ltd. (‘Petrodel’), a leading energy company in the development of oil and gas reserves, confirms Tanzania’s Minister of…
Food insecurity and malnutrition reach new highs in West and Central Africa as funding to address acute needs dwindles
Despite considerable efforts by governments and partners, food insecurity continues to worsen in West and Central Africa with the number…
Angola and China sign bilateral agreement
Angola and China signed in Beijing an Agreement for the Reciprocal Protection and Promotion of Investments (APPRI), with the aim…
First comprehensive Emergency Acute Stroke and Rapid Evaluation Center in Nigeria opens its doors
In a major milestone in the treatment of stroke patients, the first comprehensive private sector Emergency Acute Stroke and Rapid…
Maputo Port documentary chronicles the triumph of the socially ‘Invisibles’” (Video)
The Maputo Port Development Company (MPDC) unveiled a ground-breaking documentary last week at the Mozambique Fashion Week, highlighting the transformative…
TLG Capital launches $5.0m debt facility for Flow 48
Global private investment firm, TLG Capital (TLG), announced yesterday a debt facility of up to $5.0 million in Flow 48,…
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board Concludes the Third Review of the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and Approves US$31.45 Million under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility for Cabo Verde
The IMF Executive Board completed the third review under the 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement with Cabo Verde, providing…
Niger junta refuses to free ex-leader Mohamed Bazoum and have sanctions dropped
Niger’s military leader has refused to release the country’s deposed president in exchange for sanctions being lifted. Ecowas – an…
Mthuli Ncube: Zimbabwe shock as finance minister named Africa’s best
Many Zimbabweans have reacted with astonishment after Mthuli Ncube was named “Best African Finance Minister of the Year” despite the…
Zahara: South African music icon dies aged 36
Award-winning South African Afro-pop singer Bulelwa Mkutukana, popularly known as Zahara, has died, the country’s culture minister announced. She had…
Top 4 Highlights from the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris 2023
The first edition of Invest in African Energy (IAE) in Paris, organized last June, successfully catalyzed European interest in Africa’s…
Islamic Development Bank Institute’s Smart Stabilization System Patent Application Earns Favorable Assessment from World Intellectual Property Organization
The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org) is pleased to receive a positive evaluation from the World Intellectual Property Organization…
At the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), Huawei Executive Says Carbon Neutrality Will Trigger Revolutionary Change
A senior Huawei (https://e.Huawei.com) executive says the integration of the digital and energy worlds will improve energy efficiency and resource…
Highlights from Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2023 Forecast Lucrative Opportunities for Angola in 2024
Angola’s attractiveness as an energy investment destination continues to grow as market-focused policies, strong political will and untapped oil, gas…
SearchInform has significantly expanded its presence in Africa and localized its flagship solution into French
SearchInform (https://SearchInform.com/) has completed the translation of the interface of its flagship solution, the advanced DLP system Risk Monitor, into…
Ambassador-designate of People’s Republic of China Held Discussions with the Seychelles Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism
Enhancing the cooperation between Seychelles and the People’s Republic of China was amongst the issues discussed during the meeting between…
World Health Organization (WHO) calls for protection of humanitarian space in Gaza following serious incidents in high-risk mission to transfer patients, deliver health supplies
Cairo, Geneva, Jerusalem, WHO reiterates its call for the protection of health care and humanitarian assistance in Gaza, following military…
Djibouti Strengthens Agri-Food Sector with World Bank Support
The World Bank approved yesterday a new International Development Association (IDA) credit in the amount of US$15 million to improve…