President Ruto Commissions Grain Bulk Embakasi SGR Handling And Storage Terminal
Kenya has marked a historic milestone as a new grain handling and storage terminal was today launched in Embakasi, Nairobi. The state-of-the-art facility, commissioned by President William Ruto, plays a crucial role in transforming the transportation and storage of grains from the seaport to inland terminals, utilizing the standard gauge rail. The Embakasi Grain Terminal, […]
The Government Of The Republic Of Madagascar And World Food Programme Receive $1.5 Million Insurance Payout For Tropical Cyclone Freddy Recovery Efforts
Representatives from the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group and the African Development Bank presented two symbolic cheques to the Government of the Republic of Madagascar and World Food Programme for a combined insurance payout of $1.5 million to support the country’s recovery from Tropical Cyclone Freddy. This payout includes $1.2 million to the Government of […]
Mediclinic And CSIR Part Of Practical Sessions On Energy Storage And Alternative Energy Solutions At Enlit Africa In May
Only 1% of just energy transition budget earmarked for skills development Practical case studies, success stories and discussions on energy storage and alternative energy solutions will be featured in free-to-attend sessions at the upcoming Enlit Africa conference and expo, taking place from 16–18 May in Cape Town. “As the energy market evolves, the need for […]
Egypt’s Leading Discount Grocery Retailer, Kazyon, Attracts $165 Million Investment From A DPI-led Consortium To Fuel Continued Growth And Regional Expansion
DPI has today announced a $165 million equity investment in Kazyon Ltd, the UK parent of the largest discount retailer in Egypt “Kazyon” alongside co-investors, including British International Investment (BII), South Suez and others. The investment demonstrates continued confidence in the Egyptian retail sector and positions the business for future growth as it looks to accelerate its […]
12 African cities vying for the most culturally vibrant on the continent.
NAIROBI, Kenya, 28 April 2023 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Johannesburg is the most culturally vibrant city in Africa, according to the Creative Vibrancy Index for Africa (CVIA) that ranks how 12 African cities support and enable the arts, culture, and creative industries. The index provides a comprehensive overview of the environment for artists and creative entrepreneurs in […]
Questions Around Sudan’s Most Famous Prisoner as Chaos Continues
As Sudan is ripped apart in a battle between rival generals, one question was swirling around the country on Wednesday: Where is the former dictator Omar Hassan al-Bashir? Mr. al-Bashir, who was deposed in 2019 after three decades in power, is wanted by the International Criminal Court on charges of genocide, war crimes and crimes […]
A Probe into What Really Happened at South Africa’s Power Utility
The former head of South Africa’s national energy firm, Eskom, has refused to name the minister and politician who allegedly tolerated its corruption. Andre de Ruyter, who was answering lawmakers’ questions by video link due to death threats against him, cited security and legal risks. A couple of months after de Ruyter alleged someone tried […]
Foreign Investment in Kenyan Stocks has Nosedived
In March, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), east Africa’s biggest bourse and Kenya’s only such institution, recorded a six-year low of 30.1% in foreign investment, data from Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) shows. Local investors are keeping it afloat. Last year, foreign investors pulled out $170 million from the Kenyan stock market, citing escalating global […]
UN Education Fund Names Guinean Journo as Global Champion
Al Jazeera’s Folly Bah Thibault, an acclaimed international journalist, has been appointed as a Global Champion for Education Cannot Wait (ECW), the United Nations global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. Through her work for Al Jazeera, Bah Thibault has become one of the most recognised and respected journalists not only in her […]
Shipping Containers to the Rescue
Africa’s narrative has remained largely unchanged over the past few decades, marked by persistent themes such as poor infrastructure, lack of education, disease, poverty and inequality. But one company seeks to transform public service delivery with a literal out-of-the-box solution: shipping containers. This organisation is the Moti Group, a private, black-owned investment holding company with […]
