Ghana’s Presidential Inauguration Celebrates African Fashion and Heritage
ACCRA, Ghana — On Jan. 7, 2025, Ghana's Black Star Square stood as a beacon of pride and unity as...
Ethiopia Debuts Stock Exchange Amid Economic Reforms
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (BG) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) on Friday, marking a significant...
15 Startups Advance to Acceleration Phase of Timbuktoo HealthTech Hub
KIGALI, Rwanda (BG) - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Africa, in partnership with the Timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation, has...
President Mahama Pledges Vibrant 24-Hour Economy for Ghana
ACCRA, Ghana (BG) — In a historic ceremony in Accra on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, John Dramani Mahama was sworn...
France to Reassess Africa Ties, Pushes for Reinvestment
PARIS (BG) — French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a bold reassessment of France’s engagement with Africa, highlighting the...
West Africa Marks Milestone as Mauritania and Senegal Begin Major Gas Production
NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania (BG) — Senegal and Mauritania have achieved a significant milestone with the start of natural gas production from...
Cameroon Launches New Platform to Modernize Public Administration
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon (BG) - The Cameroonian government has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to streamline and digitize administrative and financial procedures,...
Mozambique Urged to Prioritize Stability for Energy Potential, Economic Growth
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (BG) - The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has emphasized the importance of peace and stability in Mozambique...
COMMENTARY: Gabon’s Forestry Economy at a Crossroads
LIBREVILLE, Gabon (BG) - Gabon’s forestry sector is emerging as a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, contributing to employment, exports,...
2024 UNESCO Recognitions Highlight Africa’s Cultural and Educational Contributions
DOUALA, Cameroon (BG) - Africa’s profound cultural, historical, and educational treasures have again received global recognition as UNESCO expanded its...
Ethiopia Demands Action-Oriented Shift in Global Climate Finance Ahead of COP32
With COP32 one year away and set to be hosted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is making the case that Africa...
Republic of Congo Goes Visa-Free for All Africans Starting January 2027
President Denis Sassou-N'Guesso made the announcement on Africa Day in Brazzaville as the African Development Bank opened its annual meetings...
Senegal Appoints New Prime Minister as Faye Moves to Contain Fiscal Crisis
Veteran central banker takes the helm as Senegal races to stabilize its public finances and reengage frozen negotiations with international...
Namibia President Calls for Preservation of Cultural Heritage
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Saturday called on Namibians to preserve the country’s cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge systems, saying they...