UN-backed forum in Zambia seeks to boost resilience of least developed countries
The third edition of the LDC Future Forum, which opened on Monday, focusses on how these 44 nations can better withstand systemic shocks,...
Africa Energy Bank Gains Momentum with Support from Nigeria, Angola, Ghana
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (BG) — Nigeria, Angola and Ghana have officially contributed their capital shares to the Africa Energy...
Nigeria’s Economy on Upward Path, Finance Minister Says
ABUJA, Nigeria (BG) — Nigeria has made significant progress in stabilizing its economy, recording 3.84% GDP growth in the fourth...
West Africa Bloc Builds Capacity for Tax Reform Implementation
ABUJA, Nigeria (BG) — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is deepening its support for regional tax reform...
Les lauréats du Grand Prix Littéraire du Bénin dévoilés à Cotonou
Bénin : quatre lauréats dévoilés pour le Grand Prix Littéraire 2024, incluant nouveaux prix.
Kenya Unveils Blood Automation Plan at Africa Technology Day
NAIROBI, Kenya (BG) — Kenya is set to introduce whole blood automation technology to modernize its blood transfusion services and...
African Union Calls for Bold Action to Transform Mineral Sector
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (BG) – The African Union has called for urgent and unified action to harness the continent’s vast...
Uganda Oil, Tanzania LNG Projects Gain Momentum
KAMPALA, Uganda (BG) — East Africa is positioning itself as a major player in the global energy sector, with two...
Ghana Moves to Slash Government Spending
ACCRA, Ghana (BG) –In a decisive effort to enhance fiscal discipline, Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has proposed...
Namibia’s New President Warns Underperforming Ministers: No Room for Complacency
WINDHOEK, Namibia (BG) – Namibia’s new President, Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, opened her first Cabinet meeting on Tuesday with a firm...
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...