Shared Interest at 30 – A Milestone Celebration
Shared Interest hosted its 30th Anniversary Voices of Change Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Lighthouse at Pier Sixty-One in New York City. The Voices of Change Gala and fundraising event was a true African cultural extravaganza and a legacy moment for an organization that for three decades has committed itself to supporting […]
Chad’s Election on May 6 Appears not to Offer Voters a Choice
There has never been a free and fair election in Chad, and this one looks set to continue in that tradition. Mr. Déby — known by his nickname, Kaka — was supposed to be an interim leader, and promised not to run — but he’s at the top of the ballot. He is a four-star […]
Washington’s Influence on the African Continent is Waning
It is being edged out by Beijing, new polling from Gallup shows. The US and China are racing to establish dominance on the African continent, a rivalry “centered on many geopolitical issues, including a race to secure access to precious minerals and disputes over debt relief,” the Gallup report noted. China last year saw its […]
It’s Especially Pricey to Send Money to sub-Saharan Africa
For particular combinations of countries, fee percentages can climb well into the double digits. One reason for high fees is inconsistent regulation. Within Africa a payment company can’t use a single licence across multiple countries, says Nika Naghavi. She is the group head of growth at Onafriq, a digital payment network that extends through more […]
South Africa has Potential to Become a Leader in High Purity Manganese Sulfate Production
The country has the world’s largest manganese reserves; however, the International Manganese Institute estimates only 2% of the manganese ore produced within the country is locally processed. The Manganese Metal Company is looking to fill this gap. The refinery says it receives about 80,000 metric tons of manganese a year to produce high grade electrolytic […]
Nigeria Welcomes a Museum like No Other
The John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, which describes itself as “a fitting symbol of the multiplicity of identities in the metropolis”, is in the Onikan area, the cultural heart of Lagos island. Unlike the National Museum, built in the late 1950s on a western model by the English archaeologist Kenneth Murray, the […]
New Report Shows Thriving Market for Used and Refurbished Smartphones in Africa
According to the report by Canalys, Apple iPhones have a significant presence in channels selling used smartphones in the Middle East, closely followed by Samsung’s premium series and select Chinese brands, such as OPPO. In Africa, however, the report explained that consumer demand varies greatly between countries due to price. In Kenya, for example, the […]
The Unique Challenges and Opportunities that Define Africa’s Innovation Landscape
At the forefront of this narrative lies the imperative of seeding research-based innovations—a strategic endeavour that holds the key to unlocking Africa’s economic potential. Unlike their counterparts in advanced economies, African startups face a distinct set of challenges – both in terms of problems to be solved and problems faced when trying to solve these […]
Tunisian Farmers Switch Tactics to Beat Rising Temperatures
Drought has had a severe impact on the olive harvest in Tunisia, resulting in exploding olive oil prices. Farmers are finding ways to adapt to extreme weather, such as switching to new irrigation techniques and organic farming methods. SOURCE: DW
HRW has Released Crucial Archives from the 1994 Genocide
They reveal ignored warnings that could have saved lives. These warnings by rights defenders highlight their vital role in safeguarding communities. Thirty years on, civil society groups are intensifying efforts by training more youth advocates to protect human rights in Rwanda. SOURCE: VOANEWS
