Canon Expands Market Presence in Tanzania with Print Pack Sign Expo 2025 Showcase

Canon showcased innovative printing solutions at the Print Pack Sign Expo 2025 in Tanzania,  highlighting its commitment to enhancing customer experience and market penetration in East Africa through strategic collaboration.  The exhibition featured specialised zones featuring Canon’s advanced technologies, including the imagePRESS V1000 for commercial print, the imagePROGRAF TM255&TC20 for CAD&GIS industry, and the Colorado […]

Sports piracy: The human cost of free content streaming

The Big Game is imminent. You were planning to watch it at your local restaurant, but you’ve left the planning too late. Now, kick-off approaches, and you don’t want to miss the match. You send a quick text to a friend: “What was the name of that pirate site you used?” They send the address, […]

The Hon. Bosun Tijani’s GITEX NIGERIA Address to World Leaders & Global Tech Organisations, a Rallying Call for Africa to Shape the Future of Artificial Intelligence

The Honourable (Hon.) Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, addressed leaders from around the world on Africa’s digital future at the GITEX NIGERIA Government Leadership&AI Summit (https://GITEXNIGERIA.ng/) in Abuja. The summit kicked off the inaugural edition of GITEX NIGERIA before moving to Lagos on 2-3 September. […]

Liquid Intelligent Technologies Rwanda’s annual US$100,000 donation honours decade-long, million-dollar commitment to preserving memory of the Genocide against the Tutsi

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) (https://www.Liquid.Tech/), a business of Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding Rwanda’s history with a US$100,000 donation to the Imbuto Foundation, marking the company’s ongoing commitment to honouring the memory of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.  Liquid’s annual contribution helps to ensure […]

Afrobarometer builds capacity of civil society organisations and journalists to harness data for advocacy and news reporting

Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) has completed a five-day training for civil society organisations (CSOs) and media practitioners from Eastern and Southern Africa on using data for policy advocacy and news reporting. Participants in the training, held in Lusaka, Zambia, learned how to effectively access and use Afrobarometer public opinion data, gaining practical skills in conducting online data […]

Canon Central & North Africa Strikes Gold-Twice at 2025 Brandon Hall Group Human Capital Management Awards

Canon Central&North Africa (CCNA) (https://en.Canon-CNA.com/) has been honored with two prestigious Gold Awards at 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards®. Known as the “Academy Awards of Human Capital Management”, HCM Excellence Awards® Program recognizes Global Leaders in Human Capital Management Innovation, underscoring its commitment to talent development, employee experience, and inclusivity in the workplace. The […]

Digital gossip: When WhatsApp groups become serious cyber-risk zones

Despite their popularity among employees, informal messaging platforms pose significant risks to organisations’ cybersecurity. The 2025 KnowBe4 (www.KnowBe4.com) Africa Annual Cybersecurity survey (https://apo-opa.co/47oRLHi) found that 93% of African respondents use WhatsApp for work communications, surpassing email and Microsoft Teams. What can organisations do to protect themselves from data leakage and other threats?  For many organisations, […]

Global Research, Academic Institutions Join African Mining Week (AMW) 2025

As global research firms expand access to market intelligence, their role in shaping Africa’s mining sector has become increasingly influential. By providing critical data and insights, these institutions are helping African governments design investor-attractive policies, supporting investors in identifying high-potential opportunities and enabling companies to make evidence-based strategic decisions.   The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) […]

Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej met the Mauritius Minister of Gender Equality & Family Welfare to share the impact of their programs to address critical social issues like supporting girl education and Ending Gender Based Violence

During the visit to the country, Merck Foundation CEO also met the Mauritius President to share the impact of their 100 Scholarships for Mauritian Doctors in partnership with Ministry of Health. Dr. Rasha Kelej during her meeting with the Mauritius President, strengthened partnership to improve access to innovative and equitable healthcare and Empower Women in […]

Kenya Engineer Magazine September–October 2025 Issue Goes into Circulation

Kenya Engineer Magazine (www.KenyaEngineer.co.ke), the definitive publication for engineers, industrial professionals, and technology leaders, is excited to announce that the September–October 2025 issue (Vol. 53, Issue 5) is now in circulation. This issue focuses on Infrastructure — a sector at the heart of Kenya’s economic transformation. From mega transport projects and energy developments to smart city solutions, we unpack […]

Young people in West Africa and the Sahel advocate for decent work and equitable access to education in emergencies

The fourth edition of the Annual West Africa and Sahel Youth Forum was held in Dakar, from 26 to 28 August 2025, under the theme: “Employment and education in emergencies for young women and men: building a peaceful and safe West Africa and Sahel”. Organized by the United Nations Office for West Africa and the […]

Institut Photovoltaïque d’Île-de-France (IPVF) Confirms: LONGi’s BC Modules Hi-MO 9 Outperform TOPCon in Power Gen & Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE)

Renowned European third-party technical consultancy IPVF recently conducted a comprehensive value assessment of two 50MW ground-mounted PV projects in France and Denmark. The study provides an in-depth comparison of the power generation performance between LONGi’s BC module Hi-MO 9 (2382*1134mm) and mainstream TOPCon products (2382*1134mm). Data reveals that LONGi’s Hi-MO 9 (http://apo-opa.co/45VFJCE) BC modules demonstrate […]

Earned Wage Access—A Fintech Marvel Empowering South Africans

Times are hard for many South Africans. Living costs are rising faster than salaries, leading many households to rely on credit to meet their financial needs. According to Finmark Trust (https://apo-opa.co/4679HVD), 75% of adults who borrowed in 2024 used the credit for essentials like food. This issue is particularly stark among low-income earners who often […]

The New RS Export App Puts the World at Your Fingertips

RS South Africa (www.Africa.RSdelivers.com), a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, committed to empowering industrial customers and suppliers involved in designing, building, or maintaining industrial equipment and facilities, has launched the new RS Export Mobile App (https://apo-opa.co/47Pr928). Whatever your industry, managing operations on-the-go has just become easier. In the fast-paced world of global commerce, […]

A Compact Kept: Zambia’s commitment to reproductive health

Chomba, a 29-year-old mother of four, has accessed family planning services for the first time since marrying a decade ago. Until recently, the nearest health facility was a two-hour walk from her rural village, making it nearly impossible for her to space her children or attend antenatal appointments. Her story mirrors those of millions of […]

Lost in the desert, rediscovered through fashion in Burkina Faso

Salif Tiendrébéogo left Burkina Faso in search of a better life. He spent five years travelling through seven countries. In the end, he lost all his money, his freedom, his migration status, and almost lost his life. In 2014, Salif left Burkina Faso for Niger, hoping to make his way to Europe to escape the grinding poverty […]

Malawi Must Uphold Integrity of September Election or Risk Spiraling into Democratic Decay

Malawians will go to the polls on September 16 to vote for the president and Members of Parliament. At this juncture, Malawi finds itself in an unenviable environment with questions about the impartiality of its electoral commission, and the protection of rights critical for a credible, free and fair election, including freedom of expression, association […]

Kaspersky highlights changes in cyberthreats landscape across Africa ahead of GITEX Nigeria 2025

According to data from Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za), a global cybersecurity company, Sub-Saharan Africa saw 42.4 million web attacks and 95.6 million on-device attacks detected in the first half of 2025. The region recorded more than a double increase in spyware, 64% more password stealer attacks and 12% more backdoor infections compared with the same period of […]

Eritrea: Training to Pre-School Teachers

The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with partners, is providing training to 1,106 pre-school teachers, 95% of whom are women, from the regions of Anseba, Gash Barka, Northern Red Sea, and Central. The training is being conducted at Hamelmalo College of Agriculture. Mr. Dawit Kifleyesus, member of the Human Resources Development Department at the Ministry […]

Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9): Universities are the vital partners in development efforts for Africa; we will support them says the African Development Bank

Universities are essential partners in Africa’s development, and the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) is committed to supporting them as centres of innovation that can attract not only Bank financing but also private investment and venture capital, Vice-President for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery, Nnenna Nwabufo, said. She was speaking at a symposium held Saturday 23 […]

African health ministers endorse framework to accelerate progress on oral health

African ministers of health gathering for the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa today adopted a pivotal framework to accelerate efforts to address oral health diseases that affect around 42% of the region’s population. The regional oral health framework, endorsed at the Seventy-fifth session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa in Lusaka, […]

Health Communication Network strengthens emergency response in Angola

Angola has taken a strategic step toward strengthening public health communication by holding a national training session dedicated to the role of the media in responding to health emergencies. The training, promoted by the Ministry of Health (MINSA) and the Ministry of Telecommunications, Information Technology, and Social Communication (MINTTICS), with the support of the World […]

KwaZulu-Natal Education condemns school violence

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is deeply disturbed by two violent incidents that took place on Friday, 22 August 2025 one at Trenance Park Secondary School under the Pinetown District and a second incident involving a mass brawl of school learners from Esther Payne Smith Secondary School in Northdale Circuit, uMgungundlovu District. The first incident […]

Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9): African Development Bank and Aerosense Inc sign Letter of Intent (LOI) to advance cooperation and projects in drone technology in Africa

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and Aerosense Inc have signed an agreement to advance cooperation and projects in drone technology in Africa. Aerosense Inc. is a leading Japanese company engaged in drone manufacturing. Representatives of both institutions signed a Letter of Intent on Thursday 21 August, on the sidelines of the ninth Tokyo International Conference […]

Egypt: World Bank Issues Report on Developments in the Implementation of the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with the Government for the Period 2023–2027

Dr. Rania Al-Mashat: Our joint strategy with the World Bank is based on national priorities and aims to support economic and structural reform. Continued implementation of several ongoing projects to strengthen social protection, food security, and create more job opportunities. World Bank Report: 201 projects financed in Egypt since 1959 worth USD 27.5 billion. 6.3 […]

Liberia Moves Toward Digital Health Supply Chain with Master Data and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Validation Workshop

The Ministry of Health, through its Pharmaceutical Service Unit, has launched a two-day Master Data, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Guideline Validation Workshop, to strengthen Liberia’s health supply chain system. The workshop was being conducted in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and supported by the Global Fund. The exercise brought together key stakeholders from […]

How digital service centres let young entrepreneurs thrive in Senegal

Young entrepreneurs in Senegal are bringing their business ideas to life, using two new digital service centres that offer free computers, high-speed internet, and other tools. The centres supported by the International Trade Centre (ITC) are housed at universities in the northern city of Saint-Louis and the southern city of Ziguinchor. Through training, networking, and mentorship, the […]

Students’ Summer Work Program in Central Region

Mr. Efrem Teklu, coordinator of the students’ summer work program in the Central Region, reported that commendable activities have been carried out through the program. He also noted that 95% of the program focused on water and soil conservation. In the program, which ran from 7 July to 16 August, 7,528 students from 22 secondary […]

Tour to Historical Sites in Adi-Keih Sub-zone

Diaspora nationals on vacation in their country visited historical and developmental sites in the Adi-Keih sub-zone on 19 August. The tour was organized by the PFDJ Central Office. Upon arrival at the Adi-Keih College of Business and Social Science, they were warmly welcomed by the residents of Adi-Keih and the college community. They also visited […]

Empowering Young Women in the Digital Age: The 2025 Leadership Conference and Competition

UN Women Ethiopia, in partnership with the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs and Safe Light Initiative, has organized a two-week capacity-building program for over 150 young women. The program aims to help bridge the gender digital divide and increase women’s participation in ICT and leadership draws participants from Addis Ababa, Bishoftu, Adama, Batu, Hawassa, […]

The African Catholic Union of the Press (UCAP) Congress: Catholic Journalists Urged to Balance Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Human Values

“Artificial Intelligence must serve humanity, not enslave it. As Catholic journalists, our task is to ensure technology uplifts truth, dignity, and peace,” declared Charles Ayetan of Togo, newly elected President of the African Catholic Union of the Press (UCAP), at the closing of the 2025 UCAP Congress in Accra, Ghana. The Congress, held from 10–17 August, brought […]

Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Discusses Opportunities for Joint Cooperation with the Rector of the United Nations University (UNU)

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, met with Professor Tshilidzi Marwala, Rector of the United Nations University, to discuss opportunities for joint cooperation between the two sides. This was during the activities of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), in which Egypt is participating with a […]

Principal Secretary (PS) Medical Services Strengthens Collaboration with Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya (AMEK) on Biomedical Engineering Reforms

The Ministry of Health is working with the Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya (AMEK) to strengthen biomedical engineering and improve health technology management across the country. Today, Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, met with AMEK officials led by Secretary General Hesbon Obaigwa and Chairman Symon Mbakah. The discussions centered on revising […]

South Africa: Higher Education and Training on appointment of administrators to Services Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA), Local Government SETA (LGSETA), and Construction SETA (CETA)

The Department of Higher Education and Training announces that, following consultation with the National Skills Authority (NSA) in terms of Section 15(1) of the Skills Development Act, the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, MP, has appointed administrators to the Services SETA, Local Government SETA (LGSETA), and Construction SETA (CETA). This intervention […]

18th Meeting of Experts from West African National Regulatory Authorities Focuses on Roaming Implementation across Public Mobile Communications Networks

Lomé, the capital of the Republic of Togo, is hosting a two-day hybrid meeting beginning August 20, 2025, organised by ECOWAS. The meeting is dedicated to monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Regulation C/REG.21/12/17 on roaming across Public Mobile Communications Networks. This event also marks the 18th gathering of Roaming focal points from across the […]

‘Co-create Solutions’ to Give Africa Stronger Role in Global Political, Financial Institutions, Debt Relief, Secretary-General Urges at Tokyo Conference

Following are UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ remarks to the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), in Yokohama today:  I thank the Government and people of Japan for your hospitality and generosity — and all co-organizers for your commitment to Africa. For more than three decades, TICAD has embodied the spirit of multilateralism — […]

Greening Campaign in Dekemhare Sub-zone

Coordinators of the students’ summer work program in Dekemhare sub-zone reported that over 115,000 tree seedlings have been planted through the initiative. According to information from the education branch in the sub-zone, the program was carried out by 945 students, coordinated by teachers and agricultural experts from seven centers, in collaboration with local residents. Ms. […]

Foreign Ministry and British Embassy Host United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Capacity-Building Training

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the British Embassy near Monrovia, successfully conducted a one-day capacity-building training for Ministry staff on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in preparation for Liberia’s upcoming membership on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Non- Permanent in 2026. This strategic initiative underscores Liberia’s commitment to enhancing its diplomatic capabilities […]

Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Mauritius President to discuss the impact of their programs to build innovative healthcare capacity and empower women in STEM

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany met HIS EXCELLENCY MR. DHARAMBEER GOKHOOL, The President of Republic of Mauritius, during a high-level meeting, to share the impact of their programs and underscore their long-term commitment to transform public healthcare in Mauritius. Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of […]

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) strengthening Southern African Development Community’s (SADC’s) capacity to adopt the Generic ePhyto National System (GeNS) ePhyto Solution

SADC Member States have strengthened their capacity to implement the International Plant Protection Convention’s (IPPC) Generic ePhyto National System (GeNS) following a hands‑on training under the European Union (EU)-funded Support Towards the Operationalisation of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy (STOSAR II) Project. The week‑long workshop held in Johannesburg, equipped plant health officials with the skills, […]

Angola launches strategic initiative to strengthen public health communication

The Ministry of Health (MOH), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with the support of the European Union, will hold a national training session on August 20 at the Journalist Training Center (CEFOJOR) dedicated to the role of the media in managing public health crises.  The initiative will bring […]

South Africa: KwaZulu-Natal Education embarks on employee verification programme

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education will be embarking on a rigorous employee verification process to ensure that the correct number of employees are legitimately receiving remuneration through the Department’s persal systems. This process has been necessitated by instances where delays in the administrative termination of employees—due to retirement, resignation, or death—have resulted in continued salary […]

President Ramkalawan Inaugurates New Vocational Training Centre for Persons with Disabilities

President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, presided over the official opening of the Vocational Training Centre (VTC) at North East Point Monday afternoon.  The Vocational Training Centre offers empowerment opportunities and inclusivity programs to individuals with disabilities, building their confidence and independence to enable them to thrive in society. The facility was […]

Coding against the odds: Redefining stereotypes through African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI) in Rwanda

From 23 July to 4 August 2025, UN Women, in collaboration with the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT), the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), and the Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion (MIGEPROF), held the third edition of the African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI) coding bootcamp in Rwanda. This year’s camp hosted 120 high-achieving […]

South Africa: We must propel the voices of women in science, says Deputy Minister Gina

Despite notable progress in empowering and elevating South African women in science, Deputy Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Nomalungelo Gina has urged greater national commitment to spotlighting the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Ms Gina was delivering the keynote address at the seventh annual Women in Science Symposium, hosted […]

North West Government on initiation awareness to curb emergence of illegal initiation schools

The National Oversight Coordinating Committee and the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC) will roll out an awareness campaign on the provisions of the Customary Initiation Act (CIA) on 21 August 2025 at Bahurutshe ba ga Moiloa Traditional Council in Dinokana. The campaign is aimed at raising awareness about the importance of safe, lawful cultural practice, […]

New KnowBe4 Report Finds Key African Industries May Be Dangerously Overestimating Cyber Defences

KnowBe4 (www.KnowBe4.com), the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today released its new report “Africa Human Risk Management Report 2025”. The report reveals a mismatch between employer perceptions and employee experience of organisational cybersecurity in key African industries – with potentially costly consequences. The report (https://apo-opa.co/45TKgqm) captures insights from cybersecurity decision-makers across 30 […]

Namibia joins 37 other countries in adopting Information and Communications Technology (ICT) initiative for remote monitoring and evaluation of development projects

Namibia has become the latest country to adopt cutting-edge technology for development project management, as senior government officials and the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) jointly launched the transformative Remote Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation (RASME) project on Wednesday in Windhoek. The RASME initiative marks a major shift in how development projects are monitored and evaluated across […]

Bank of Algeria joins Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) network, accelerating financial integration in Africa as Algeria prepares to host Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025)

The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) launched by African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, has officially welcomed the Bank of Algeria into its growing network. Algeria now becomes the 18th country of presence for PAPSS, marking a significant […]

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Choithram International Foundation Expand School Feeding Partnership in Benin

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Choithram International Foundation (CIF) (www.Choithrams.com) are renewing their commitment to fight hunger and improve education in Benin. CIF will contribute $975,000 in the next three years to sustain and expand school feeding initiatives under the Benin Government’s Integrated National School Feeding Programme (PNASI). CIF has partnered with […]

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)’s iconic Africa Hall wins international architecture award

The iconic Africa Hall has won its first 2025 International Architecture Award, given by The Chicago Athenaeum – Museum of Architecture and Design; and The European Centre for Architecture Art, Design and Urban Studies – in the restoration/renovation category. Originally designed by Arturo Mezzèdimi, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa officially opened in 1961, but over 50 years later, the […]

Nigeria Grants Tanzania Air, A Foreign Carrier Operating Permit

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCCA) has granted a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit to Air Tanzania to commence scheduled flights between Dar es Salaam and Lagos. Commencement of direct flights between Tanzania and Nigeria will ease connectivity and boost business, investment and tourism, thereby strengthening existing ties between our two countries. Distributed by APO Group […]

Network International expands portfolio with Absa Bank

Network International (Network) (www.Network.ae), a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa, has been chosen by Absa Business Banking, one of Africa’s leading business banks, as its digital payments technology partner. Network will provide Absa Business Banking with end-to-end payment processing capabilities through a single payments platform and fully outsourced managed […]

Vogue India Spotlights Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej’s Trailblazing Work Across Africa and beyond

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), has been featured by a leading lifestyle media organization, Vogue India (http://apo-opa.co/45tQQm5). The article, titled “Leading with Courage and Conviction: Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej on empowering women, advancing healthcare, and transforming media in Africa,” highlights the unique approach she adapted by engaging the art, fashion, and […]

In the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Slop, Trust is a Human Advantage (By Bas Wijne)

By Bas Wijne, CEO, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) AI-generated content is flooding the internet, and much of it is low-quality and misleading. Editors call it ‘AI slop’: hallucinated quotes, fake press releases, and algorithm-chasing headlines. In an era where content is cheaper and faster than ever, trust has become the rarest commodity. That’s where professional public relations […]

Leading tech brands drive future digital economy to support Nigeria’s us$1 trillion 2030 vision at West Africa’s largest tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & startup show

Nigeria has risen to the forefront of Africa’s digital economy with a powerful ecosystem that is both homegrown and resilient – fuelled by government initiatives, global tech enterprises, and a thriving startup ecosystem; propelling Nigeria’s future with tech opportunities in talent development and digital infrastructure to help achieve the goal of US$1 trillion economy by […]

African Development Bank backs Artificial Intelligence (AI) training to boost Agenda 2063 implementation across Africa

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) is supporting a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) training initiative to advance the implementation of Africa’s continental development blueprint, Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want (http://apo-opa.co/4miWmzo). Through its Joint Secretariat Support Office (JSSO), the Bank provided technical and financial backing for the 5th Annual Training Workshop for African Union Member States on […]

Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement to drive digital inclusion

Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group (www.Vodacom.com) have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the various countries.  The agreement marks a transformative milestone in promoting digital inclusion and expanding access to reliable connectivity across Africa.  The initial partnership […]

Nigeria needs to increase investment in agricultural biotechnology for food security – (By Joseph Omode)

By Joseph Omode, editor in chief of Alexa News Nigeria (www.Alexa.ng) and the Chief Executive Officer of Alexa Media Services. Nigeria is making remarkable progress in leveraging agricultural biotechnology. With robust regulatory structures, real-world biotech crop adoption, and growing public engagement, the country is setting the pace for innovation in Africa. Sustainability and confidence will […]

Crypto scams are evolving; Here’s how Binance is helping users stay safe

As cryptocurrency adoption grows rapidly across Ethiopia and the African continent, it is more important than ever for users to only trust official Binance (www.Binance.com) channels for information, updates, and support. Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated methods, including AI-driven deepfakes and fake websites, to mislead users. Binance encourages its community to stay informed, secure, and […]

African Union and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Champion Information Integrity with New Continental Framework

“In an era of evolving information landscapes, safeguarding information integrity is paramount to fostering trust, informed citizenship, and robust democracies across Africa,” stated Director of information and communication Directorate, Leslie Richer, “This framework marks an important step in equipping our citizens with the critical skills needed to navigate the digital age.” The Information and Communication […]

African Union (AU) Media Fellows Launch Toolkit to Support Journalists Combat Misinformation and Advance Good Governance

In an era where misinformation spreads rapidly, the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) is empowering African media professionals with the skills to critically assess and share accurate information. The Fellowship aims to strengthen the capacity of African journalists, content creators, and media professionals to tell Africa’s stories from an African perspective, support fact-based reporting, and […]

Liquid Intelligent Technologies South Africa’s (SA) Fibre TechCelerate Programme continues to celebrate and empower Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) with essential digital and business skills

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) (https://Liquid.Tech/), a business of Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has announced the successful completion of its 2024 Fibre TechCelerate Programme in South Africa. The first cohort of 20 SMMEs and 10 female ICT students from Walter Sisulu University received their certifications at a graduation ceremony facilitated in […]

African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights Statement on the Occasion of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 9 August 2025

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) joins the international community in commemorating the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, observed annually on 9 August. This year’s theme, “Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures”, invites renewed reflection on the intersection of technology, human rights, and the self-determination of Indigenous communities. While […]

Liberia: Ambassador Yin Chengwu attended the Executive Protection Service Class 2 Graduation Ceremony

On August 8, Ambassador Yin Chengwu attended the Executive Protection Service Class 2 Graduation Ceremony conducted by the Liberia National Police Academy and Training School and delivered a remark. The event was attended by Hon. Gregory O. W. Coleman, Inspector General of Liberia National Police , among others. Ambassador Yin extended his warmest congratulations to […]

South Africa: Minister Nzimande applauds National Research Foundation’s (NRF) contribution to transformation at NRF Awards ceremony

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, praised the National Research Foundation (NRF) for making commendable progress in the area of transformation and for producing high calibre and impactful work. The Minister was speaking at the NRF Awards in Johannesburg on 7 August 2025. The Minister said that the pipeline for the […]

Young African agripreneurs share Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for agrifood systems transformation

A live X Spaces event exploring how young African innovators are using artificial intelligence (AI) to address food security challenges highlighted that digital inclusion is essential for rural communities. The one-hour live event on X, hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Regional Office for Africa, brought together three AI […]

Empower girls today to build an equal Zimbabwe tomorrow, United Nation (UN) Working Group says

Zimbabwe must urgently invest in girls’ rights, education, and safety to ensure gender equality becomes a lived reality for future generations, a UN Working Group said today. Concluding an official visit to the country, the UN Working Group on discrimination against women and girls, issued a statement commending Zimbabwe’s constitutional commitment to gender equality and welcoming legislative […]

Merck Foundation and Nigeria First Lady meet to Build Healthcare Capacity, Support girl education and Break Infertility Stigma in Nigeria

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany underscored their commitment to build healthcare capacity, support girl education and break infertility stigma in Nigeria during their high-level meeting with H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU, CON, The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The discussion was led by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp, Chairman of […]

IPT Africa Becomes First Mauritian Fintech Selected for the Visa Accelerator Program – Africa

IPT Africa (www.IPTAfrica.com), a purpose-driven leader in the B2B global cross-border payments sector, is proud to announce its selection into the prestigious Visa Accelerator Program – Africa 2025, becoming the first Mauritian company to join this highly competitive, pan-African fintech cohort. Chosen from thousands of high-growth startups across the continent, IPT Africa now joins an […]

Seychelles Tourism Academy Celebrates 181 Graduates at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony

The Seychelles Tourism Academy proudly concluded its 2025 graduation ceremony Thursday afternoon, celebrating the achievements of 181 graduates across ten specialized tourism and hospitality programs. The ceremony, held at the International Conference Centre Seychelles (ICCS), was graced by the presence of President Wavel Ramkalawan, who attended alongside First Lady Linda Ramkalawan and a host of […]

VUKA Group welcomes Alex Searle as Head of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enablement & Human Systems

VUKA Group (www.WeAreVUKA.com) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alex Searle, a 4× founder, community builder, communications&AI advisor and speaker, as its new consultant Head of AI Enablement&Human Systems. The creation of this role takes place at a critical inflection point in the conferencing and media sector, where the impact of AI-driven automation, shifting […]

Merck Foundation conducts their Health Media training for Mauritian Journalists together with the Minister of Gender Equality & Family Welfare

Merck Foundation CEO met the H.E. MR. DHARAMBEER GOKHOOL, The President of Republic of Mauritius to share the impact of their 100 Scholarships for Mauritian Doctors in partnership with Ministry of Health. Dr. Rasha Kelej also met Hon’ble Ms. Marie Arianne Navarre-Marie, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mauritius to share the impact of […]

Encouragement for Outstanding Students in Keren

Anseba Elementary, Junior, and High School has recognized 24 outstanding students who qualified for degree and diploma programs in the 2024/2025 National School Leaving Examination. At the event held on 5 August, Mr. Mohammed Salah, Director of the school, said that encouraging outstanding students significantly contributes to motivating them to strive for higher achievements in […]

Seminar for Members of the 38th Round of National Service

Col. Debesai Ghide, Commander of the Sawa National Service Training Center, conducted a seminar for members of the 38th round of national service on 5 August. The seminar, held on 5 August, focused on the role of Sawa in enhancing students’ academic and vocational capacities, nurturing national values, supporting psychological and physical development, fostering group […]

Statement by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Tragic Helicopter Crash in Ghana

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep sorrow of the tragic helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region of the Republic of Ghana, which claimed the lives of eight people, including Ghana’s Minister of Defence, Hon. Edward Omane Boamah, and Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. […]

President El-Sisi Visits the Military Academy

This morning, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi paid an inspection visit to the Egyptian Military Academy, at the State’s Strategic Command Headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. The President was received by Director of the Egyptian Military Academy, Lieutenant General Ashraf Zaher. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the President commenced his tour by […]

South Africa: Brilliant university students tour innovation facilities during National Science Week

As South Africa celebrates National Science Week (NSW) 2025 under the theme “Science, technology and innovation are for everyone,” 19 outstanding first-year university students embarked on an inspiring scientific journey across Gauteng and the North West. Launched over the weekend by the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, NSW emphasises the importance […]

World Bank Group joins African Development Bank Group and Mastercard as Co-Chair of Mobilizing Access to the Digital Economy (MADE) Alliance: Africa

The World Bank Group has signed on as co-chair of the Mobilizing Access to the Digital Economy (MADE) Alliance: Africa, joining current co-chairs the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Mastercard in an initiative to provide digital access to critical services for 100 million individuals and businesses across Africa by 2034. The MADE Alliance: Africa […]

“I Want to Be a Doctor”: Sudanese Children Share Dreams of Education Amid Devastating Conflict

In a collection of heartfelt letters written by children from River Nile, Red Sea and Gedarif, they are calling for peace and a chance to learn again in Sudan which is facing one of the world’s worst education emergencies with 17 million children out of school. Hundreds of school buildings have been damaged or destroyed since the […]

CORRECTION: Blockchain Fintech Shiga Digital Empowers African Businesses with Digital Finance Tools

Shiga Digital (https://Shiga.io), a fast-growing fintech company focused on blockchain-based financial applications, is redefining how pan-African businesses access and interact with modern financial services while unlocking the transformative potential of blockchain finance to empower Africa’s economic growth.  Shiga Digital has recently been awarded the prestigious DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) Innovation License, marking a significant […]

Liquid Intelligent Technologies launches Business Internet Access to support the growth journey of South African businesses

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) (https://Liquid.Tech/), a business of Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has announced the launch of its Business Internet Access (BIA) service in South Africa. Designed to meet the demands of modern businesses of all sizes, BIA is a next-generation connectivity solution engineered to provide cost-effective internet access without […]

Inauguration of New Dental Clinic and Groundbreaking of Dental Training Center at Cheikh Anta Diop University

A landmark moment for dental education and access to oral healthcare in Senegal was celebrated this weekend at the Department of Dentistry of Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD) in Dakar. Mercy Ships (www.Mercyships.org), in partnership with the Institute of Odontology and Stomatology (IOS), the Ministry of Health and Social Action, and other key stakeholders, inaugurated […]

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mission in The Gambia’s (ECOMIG) ghanaian contingent donates school and health equipment to farafenni high school

As part of its civil-military cooperation (CIMIC) actions, the 9th Ghanaian contingent (GHANCOY 9) deployed within the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) carried out a major humanitarian operation on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at Farafenni high school, located some 115 km from Barra. Led by its commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Ronne Yaw Agbemafle, the unit handed out a […]

National Basketball Association (NBA) Africa Launches Second Edition of Triple-Double Startup Accelerator

Early-Stage Startups in Africa Can Apply to Participate Through Aug. 29 ServiceNow Joins as Official Partner  ​NBA Africa (https://Africa.NBA.com) today announced the second edition of the startup accelerator program that the league launched last year to support the continent’s technology ecosystem and the next generation of African entrepreneurs. NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator, which awards financial […]

Canon Strengthens Its Educational Legacy with the Launch of the Canon Academy Website – A New Chapter in Creative Empowerment Across Africa

Canon Academy has trained over 5,000 learners in the last 2 years through in-person workshops across 13 countries and virtual sessions in 7 countries. The new website is part of Canon’s World of Education initiative, reinforcing its commitment to accessible, high-impact creative learning across Africa. Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) (www.Canon-CNA.com), a leader in […]

From perception to protection: What Africa’s Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) don’t know about employees could cost them

Cybersecurity in Africa is entering a new phase. As organisations mature their defences and invest in security awareness training (SAT), a difficult-to-spot, but critical gap is emerging – not between tools and cyber threats, but between what leaders believe about their employees, and what they actually experience. The KnowBe4 Africa Human Risk Management Report 2025 […]

The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) launches the MEST Africa Challenge 2025 in partnership with Absa

The  Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) (https://Meltwater.org/) today opened applications for the 7th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC 2025), a pan-African pitch competition that equips high-potential startups with funding and hands-on support. This year’s edition is dedicated exclusively to FinTech startups, spotlighting founders who are reimagining how money is moved, managed, […]

Eritrea: Members of 38th Round of National Service Depart to Sawa

The second group of members of the 38th round of national service from the Central Region departed today for Sawa to continue their 12th-grade education. The students are from 22 high schools in the region, with female students comprising 56% of the participants. The students expressed their readiness to focus on their education during their […]

Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Receives Report on the Implementation Status of Projects of Information Infrastructure Center for Egyptian Planning System

Development of 380 technology centers in local municipalities, villages, cities, and new urban communities has been completed. 156 government services are available through the fixed “Khadamat Masr” centers in Sharm El Sheikh, Mokattam, Aswan, and Alexandria; citizens have completed over 300,000 transactions as of the end of June 2025. The development and delivery of 276 […]

Seychelles strengthens educational foundation with 158 new qualified educators

President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Mrs. Linda Ramkalawan, served as guests of honour, at the graduation ceremony  Seychelles Institute of Teacher Education (SITE) 2021-2025 cohort, held at the International Conference Centre Seychelles (ICCS), Friday afternoon. The ceremony celebrated a pivotal achievement in the nation’s educational advancement as 158 graduates received their qualifications across […]

Launching the End of Learning Poverty for All in Africa (ELPAF) Campaign in Namibia

“Read, Write and Count. #FoundationForLife” The African Union Commission (AUC), in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Namibia and UNICEF, officially launched the “End Learning Poverty for All in Africa (ELPAF)” campaign on July 31, 2025. The campaign launch took place during the third and final day of a high-level continental conference focused […]

Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and First Ladies of Africa and Asia share their partnership journey in Transforming Patient Care Landscape, Supporting Girl Education and Breaking Infertility Stigma

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative – MFFLI Summit 2025 on 19th and 20th June. The summit was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President […]

Parliament Approves land sublease for Kabale University expansion

Parliament has approved a motion allowing Kabale Regional Referral Hospital sublease five acres of land to Kabale University, clearing the way for the university to expand its Faculty of Medicine. The Minister of Health, Ruth Aceng presented the proposal during the plenary sitting of Thursday, 31 July 2025. Kabale University made the request in August […]

United Nations (UN) Tourism/ International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Ministerial Summit calls for enhanced cooperation to unlock Africa’s growth

Jointly organized by UN Tourism, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and the Government of Angola, the high-level event drew more than 300 international delegates around the theme “Accelerating Synergies for Resilient and Sustainable Growth”. The three-day conference, focused on strengthening the alignment between two of Africa’s fastest-growing sectors: tourism and air transport. Both are […]

Eswatini’s Digital Transformation Crucial to Unlocking Growth, Jobs, and Economic Resilience

Eswatini needs to digitalize, strengthen public finances and address structural economic constraints to sustain growth, according to the latest edition of the Eswatini Economic Update (EEU) launched by the World Bank Group (WBG) today, titled: Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for Eswatini’s Growth and Job Creation. The report also provides analysis of the country’s recent economic […]

Holding on through multiple displacement: A journey of strength and survival amid conflict in Sudan

In the crowded gathering site at Al-Zaeem Al-Azhari School in Port Sudan, 41-year-old Marwa Hassan Saeed holds her daughter close—both weary from a long, painful journey of displacement. Once a teacher at an international school in Khartoum, Marwa’s life was upended by conflict and crisis. A divorced mother of four, she has faced each challenge […]

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and European Commission Launch New Initiative to Strengthen Mpox Testing and Sequencing Across Africa

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the European Commission today announced the launch of the Partnership to Accelerate Mpox Testing and Sequencing in Africa (PAMTA), a landmark initiative to boost diagnostics and outbreak response capabilities in Mpox-affected African countries. Co-funded under the EU4Health 2024 Work Programme, PAMTA reflects the growing momentum of […]

Public Service Committee Bids Farewell to Outgoing National School of Government Principal

The Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration notes the departure of the Principal of the National School of Government (NSG), Professor Busani Ngcaweni, and commends him for his visionary leadership. Since his appointment in 2020, the NSG has made significant strides in re-establishing itself as a critical institution in the renewal and professionalisation of […]

Canon named a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Hardcopy Remanufacturing 2025 Vendor Assessment

Today, Canon (https://en.Canon-CNA.com) is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Leader in The IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Hardcopy Remanufacturing 2025 Vendor Assessment [1]. The report highlights the increased demand for circularity and sustainability in the print and document solutions market and takes an in-depth look at the global, regional, and local level activities of eight major […]