Kenchic Ltd. And Chloride Exide Illuminate Kenya’s Future With Pioneering Solar Integration Project
Kenchic, a pioneering force in the poultry industry, proudly announces the successful completion of a transformative solar power integration project in partnership with Chloride Exide. This initiative marks a substantial leap towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future for Kenya. In a monumental achievement, Kenchic has seamlessly integrated a 1.32MW Grid Tie Solar Power System into […]
Inside Africa Explores Luxury Train Journeys Across South Africa
In new episode of Inside Africa, CNN explores some of South Africa’s most beautiful and interesting locomotives and the history of the train industry in the country. Trains have played a major role in shaping the development of the African continent. Today, they do more than simply transport goods and commuters and across South Africa, committed […]
South African Entrepreneur who Designed a Smart Locker System Wins Major African Engineering Award
Neo Hutiri is the creator of Pelebox, a system of internet-enabled lockers that dispense medication for chronic conditions to patients, helping to cut down queues and ease pressure on hospital resources. He was awarded $63,000 by the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering, as well as a medal, which was presented by King Charles III’s sister […]
Nigeria’s President Calls Out “Blanket Stereotyping” of Nigerians as Cybercriminals
Addressing the issue during a private tour in France, President Bola Tinubu conveyed his concerns about the longstanding mislabeling of Nigerians, stating that such misrepresentation fails to capture the diverse and resilient nature of the nation. Tinubu went on to stress that everyday Nigerians are hardworking, honest citizens who make significant contributions to various global […]
The Pioneering Maasai Women Ending All-male Leadership of the Land
Mara Ripoi conservancy in Maasai Mara is one of a handful of wildlife reserves where some of the key decision-makers are Maasai women, who are carving out space in a domain long dominated by men. The reserve borders Maasai Mara, Kenya’s enormous game park, which spans more than 1,500 sq km in the Great Rift […]
The Most Polluted Cities in Africa
As the African population grows, so does the pile of waste. And due to inadequate waste management practices, plastic and various pollutants find their way into streets, rivers, and neighbourhoods. A recent report by Numbeo, a platform offering real-time information on living costs, quality of life, and socio-economic factors globally, sheds light on the extent […]
The Prospect of Donald Trump Returning to the White House has some Africans Worried
Etse Sikanku, a senior lecturer at Accra’s University told DW, “Africa should be concerned about the possible return of Donald Trump to the presidency.” With regard to the fundamental ideology at the heart of Trump’s policies, Sikanku said, “This is someone who believes in isolationism in every respect. He looks more inwards.” Biden is more […]
Somalia’s Only All-female Media House Set to Launch the Country’s First Current Affairs TV Show
It will feature debates on contentious topics including period education in schools, critical shortage of female teachers and the challenges faced by women trying to get into politics, and environmental issues. And, in another first for Somali television, it will feature a panel of at least 50% women. The program is being produced by Bilan, […]
How to Curb Harmful Rhetoric in Central Africa
Communication ministers from the Economic Community of Central African States, ECCAS, are meeting in Bangui, Central African Republic, this week to map out ways to stop the spread of hate speech. Officials from central African states say some influential politicians, business moguls and community leaders are using radio, television and social media to propagate information […]
The US Imposes Sanctions on Three Sudanese Firms it Accused of being Directly Connected to Warring Forces in Sudan
The sanctions imposed by the U.S. Treasury Department block all property and entities in the U.S. belonging to Alkhaleej Bank Co Ltd; Zadna International Co for Development Ltd; and Al-Fakher Advanced Works Co. Ltd. In a news release, the department said both Alkhaleej and Al-Fakher had direct ties to the RSF, with Al-Fakher being a […]
