Namibia Holds Pivotal Presidential, National Assembly Elections
Country Poised for Potential Historical Firsts in Leadership WINDHOEK, Namibia (BG) Namibians headed to the polls on Wednesday to elect...
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Sub-Saharan Africa’s Economic Growth on the Rise, Says IMF
Nine Nations Among World’s Fastest-Growing Economies ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (BG) - The economic outlook for sub-Saharan Africa is showing signs...
‘Zimbabwe’s Debt Resolution Efforts Make Significant Progress’
HARARE, Zimbabwe (BG) - During a High-Level Structured Dialogue meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe, on Monday, Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President...
Negative Media Narratives Cost Africa $4.2 Billion Annually, Report Finds
African nations receive disproportionate attention during elections, with a significant focus on negative themes such as violence and corruption. NAIROBI,...
Ethiopia, UNDP Launch ManuTech Hub to Boost Africa’s Innovation in Manufacturing Sector
UNDP-led initiative aims to accelerate startups transforming the manufacturing sector ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (BG) - The United Nations Development Programme...
Africa’s Green Transition Hinges on Policy Certainty and Investment
Hanan Morsy emphasizes transforming challenges into opportunities at AEC 2024 high-level dialogue GABORONE, Botswana (BG) - Africa’s immense potential to...
UNDP Official Calls for Rethinking Aid, Emphasizes Domestic Resource Mobilization for Africa’s Future
Ahunna Eziakonwa underscores the urgent need for sustainable solutions and narrative shifts during AEC 2024 in Gaborone. GABORONE, Botswana (BG)...
‘African Continental Free Trade Area Key to Africa’s Economic Transformation’
Leaders and experts gather to tackle economic challenges and harness opportunities for growth. GABORONE, Botswana (BG) - The African Continental...
Kenya Cancels Adani Group Airport, Energy Deals Following U.S. Allegations
Over $2 Billion Infrastructure Projects Halted Amid Investigations NAIROBI, Kenya (BG) - Kenyan President William Ruto announced the immediate cancellation...
Ethiopian PM Welcomes Major Gold Mining Investment in Gambela
ETNO Mining and the Ethiopian Government partner to modernize gold extraction in Akobo Woreda. ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (BG) - Ethiopian...
Kenya Assesses Early Childhood Development in National Health Survey
Kenya has measured early childhood development in a national health survey for the first time, integrating global assessment tools that...
Experts Urge Domestic Capital Push to Close Africa’s $50 Billion Water Gap
Facing an annual water and sanitation financing gap of up to $50 billion, African development experts are calling for a...
Nigeria Records 4.07% GDP Growth in Q4 2025 as Reforms Boost Key Sectors
Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.07% in the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting broad-based expansion across key sectors, according to a...
Ethiopia Marks 130 Years of Adwa Victory as Symbol of African Sovereignty
Ethiopia on Monday marked the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Adwa with a national commemoration at the Adwa Victory...