United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) shores up patrols in Nasir as communities cautiously return
Nasir in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state, was once a vibrant town, a place where families farmed, children played, and…
World Health Organization (WHO) convenes partners to strengthen Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
As part of efforts to support the ongoing response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo,…
Dr. Rasha Kelej and African & Asian First Ladies mark “World Hypertension Day” by building Cardiovascular Preventive, Cardiology, Diabetes Care and Endocrinology capacity through 997 Specialized Scholarships for 52 countries
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks ‘World Hypertension Day 2026’ together with First Ladies of…
Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Meets and Holds Talks with Egyptian Delegation
President Isaias Afwerki received, at Denden Guest House in the late morning hours today, a senior Egyptian delegation comprising Foreign…
Eritrea: Preparations for Celebrating 35th Independence Day Anniversary
Ambassador Zemede Tekle, Commissioner of Culture and Sports, announced that preparations for celebrating the 35th Independence Day anniversary under the…
Mali: Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) must observe international humanitarian law and ensure safety of civilians as Bamako is under siege
The ongoing siege of Bamako is having unacceptable consequences for civilians’ freedom of movement and may lead to serious violations…
Merck Foundation advances Healthcare Capacity through 2600+ Medical Scholarships across 52 Countries with African and Asian First Ladies
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany commemorates World Health Day 2026 in partnership with First Ladies…
West African Development Bank (BOAD) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) Announce Landmark Reciprocal Euro and West African CFA franc (EUR-XOF) Facilities to Boost Local Currency Financing in West Africa
To help boost local currency financing, private sector growth, and job creation across the West African Economic and Monetary Union…
Eritrea: Seminar for female members of the Defense Forces
Ms. Tekea Tesfamicael, President of the National Union of Eritrean Women, conducted a seminar for female members of the Eritrean…
Guinea-Bissau takes another step toward a polio-free future
Independent assessment recommends closure of the 2021 variant poliovirus type 2 outbreak, while calling for sustained immunization and surveillance. Guinea-Bissau…
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Completes the 2026 Article IV Consultation and Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Ghana on the Sixth Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and on a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument Request
Ghana’s ECF-supported economic program has delivered substantial stabilization gains driven by strong reform efforts and significant progress in public debt…
Call for Urgent Regional Coordination Meeting Following Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak in Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) (https://AfricaCDC.org) is closely monitoring the confirmed Ebola Virus Disease outbreak…
Seychelles and Maldives reaffirm bilateral ties as Foreign Ministers meet in Malé
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora of Seychelles, Mr. Barry Faure, met with the Maldivian Minister of Foreign…
Cross Switch Strengthens Senior Leadership Across the Board as Pan-African Expansion Accelerates
Cross Switch (https://Cross-Switch.com), the payment technology company driving digital transactions across emerging markets, has appointed four senior leaders since the…
A Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) youth forum on artificial intelligence to build digital skills and foster innovation
“West Africa is one of the youngest regions in the world, with nearly 65% of its population under the age…
Rewriting Traditions with Women Peacebuilders in Southern Malawi
Early in 2025, in a quiet Malawian village, 16‑year‑old girl named Amaluwasa* was pulled out of school and forced into…
President Museveni Appoints New Deputy Chief Justice and Chief Registrar
The Presidential Press Unit (PPU) would like to inform the general public that the President of the Republic of Uganda,…
Egypt’s EGPC Launches Digital Carbon Tracking Platform to Modernise Emissions Management Across Oil and Gas Sector
The Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) has unveiled a purpose-built digital platform to monitor the carbon footprint of Egypt’s oil…
Vaalco Launches Unbudgeted Six-Well Egypt Drilling Campaign in Q2, Buoyed by Strong Production Growth
US-based Vaalco Energy has initiated a six-well drilling programme in Egypt in the second quarter of 2026 — a campaign…
Nigerian-Owned Petralon Energy Hits 4,800 bpd at Dawes Island as DI-3 Well Success Proves Indigenous Operators Can Compete at the Top
Petralon Energy has pushed production at Nigeria’s Dawes Island field to approximately 4,800 barrels per day following the successful startup…