President Cyril Ramaphosa Launches South Africa’s G20 Presidency
First African G20 Presidency to Focus on Development Priorities and Global Solidarity CAPE TOWN, South Africa (BG) - President Cyril...
New Report Urges IMF Reforms to Empower Low and Middle-Income Nations
ABUJA, Nigeria (BG) — The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has launched a report titled "The IMF and...
African Energy Chamber Urges Ivory Coast to Push Forward with Oil, Gas Investment
SIREXE 2024 Highlights Ivory Coast’s Rising Role as a Regional Energy Hub JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (BG) - The African Energy...
Prof. Mamadou Diouf Calls for Africa to Reclaim It’s History, Erase Colonial Narratives
DAKAR, Senegal (BG) - The 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre was marked by a poignant ceremony under the coordination...
Senegal Marks 80th Anniversary of Tirailleurs Massacre with Calls for Justice, Recognition
President Faye Announces Memorial, Educational Reforms, and "Tirailleur Day" to Honor Fallen Soldiers DAKAR, Senegal (BG) - On the 80th...
Availability of Antiretroviral Treatment Boosts HIV/AIDS Control in Equatorial Guinea
Expanded Access to ARV Treatment Triples Coverage and Reduces HIV Prevalence in the Central African Country MALABO, Equatorial Guinea (BG)...
The Transformative Impact of AI on Africa: A Path to Growth and Innovation
Understanding AI and Its Relevance to Africa YAOUNDE, Cameroon (BG) - Artificial intelligence (AI) encompasses a range of technologies designed...
Kenya’s President Ruto Takes Over EAC Chair, Emphasizes Trade and Integration
Ruto Urges Elimination of Trade Barriers as EAC Celebrates 25 Years of Regional Cooperation ARUSHA, Tanzania (BG) - Kenyan President...
World Trade Organization Reappoints Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a Second Term
Nigerian Economist to Continue Leading Efforts for Equitable Global Trade GENEVA, Switzerland (BG) - The World Trade Organization (WTO) on...
Senegal Seeks Withdrawal of French Troops, Macron Recognizes Thiaroye Massacre
President Faye Rejects Foreign Military Bases While Calling for Reparative Action on Historical Atrocities DAKAR, Senegal (BG) - Senegalese President...
Rwanda Coffee Sells for Record $452 Per Kilogram at Online Auction
A top Rwandan coffee lot drew buyers from Asia, the Middle East and the United States, underscoring growing demand for...
Evidence, Citizens Key to Africa’s Green Energy Transition
With about 600 million Africans still lacking electricity, experts say the continent’s think tanks need to turn research into policy...
Africa’s AI Promise Depends on the Basics, World Bank Says
World Bank says AI can boost productivity and public services across Africa when power, connectivity, skills, data and capable institutions...
Across Borders, Young Africans Turn Skills into Workplace Experience
From finance and design to education and data, young Africans are gaining practical experience while helping organizations across the continent...