Another Troubling Decision For Free Speech in Cameroon
Government Bans Media Debates On President’s Health Media discussions in Cameroon about the health of its president, Paul Biya, 91, are now outlawed. On October 9, the territorial administration minister, Paul Atanga Nji, issued a communique saying that the health of President Biya is a “security issue,” that any media debate on the state of the president […]
UN Extends DR Congo Experts’ Mandate Amid Increasing Abuses
But More Robust Rights Monitoring Needed On October 11, the United Nations Human Rights Council extended the mandate of its team of international experts on the Democratic Republic of Congo for another year. This was crucial, given the country’s deepening human rights and humanitarian crises, and an intensifying government crackdown on opposition party members, journalists, activists, and other […]
Strong Support for Ongoing Sudan Probe at UN Rights Council
States Should Work Towards Implementation of Mission’s Recommendations This week, member states of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) from all regions overwhelmingly voted to renew the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission (FFM) for the Sudan, established in 2023. The move was widely backed by Sudanese activists. The fact-finding mission is mandated to investigate crimes […]
Africa Specialty Risks Appoints Amit Khilosia as Chief Distribution Officer
LONDON, 11 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Africa Specialty Risks (ASR), the pan-African and Middle East focused (re)insurance group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Amit Khilosia as Chief Distribution Officer. With over 35 years’ experience at Lloyd’s, Amit brings a wealth of expertise in (re)insurance market development and stakeholder engagement strategies across Africa. […]
Kenyan Politics Fail To Meet The Moment
By Michelle Gavin The impeachment of Kenya’s deputy president is a sideshow distracting from the urgent issues before the country Kenya’s parliament has voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in what many analysts are interpreting as a reassertion of control by President William Ruto, whose leadership has been muddled and indecisive in the wake of nationwide protests […]
Growing Africa’s Industrial Corridors: Seizing The Manufacturing Opportunity
Africa is emerging as a global hub for manufacturing, with the continent’s industrial corridors providing unprecedented opportunities for investment and economic growth. As governments prioritise industrialisation and the creation of sustainable supply chains, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised to become a driving force in the continent’s economic transformation. To further explore these opportunities, the upcoming Manufacturing Indaba will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and […]
African Ministers Chart Continent’s Energy Future At Closed-Door Sessions
Ministers and senior energy officials from more than 20 African countries convened today for a closed-door session to address the continent’s pressing energy needs and shape a collective vision for a sustainable energy future. The high-level meeting, held as part of the AOW: Investing in African Energy event, provided a confidential platform for frank discussions […]
Echoes of both frustration and hope as Gumbo grassroots ask tough questions about country’s future
Residents of Gumbo Tawdat on the outskirts of Juba grabbed the opportunity to find out more about South Sudan’s political developments. Photos: Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS JUBA, South Sudan, 11 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- On the eastern bank of the White Nile in Juba lies Gumbo Tawdat. Somewhere in its midst, under a tent protecting […]
Navigating Namibia’s Mining Sector Challenges: Strategies For Growth And Stability
By Julien Karambua, MD at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia’s mining sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economy, is undergoing a significant resurgence, particularly around uranium and gold mining. However, while the potential for growth is significant, the sector faces several challenges that must be addressed to ensure sustained progress and stability. Volatility in commodity prices […]
All-Female Investors Panel At AfA@11 Supported By Rivia
Kanini Mutooni – Regional Managing Director at DRK Founda4on has convened Mobola da-Silva – Partner at Capria Ventures, Amma Lartey – Chief Execu4ve Office of Impact Inves4ng Ghana, Polo Leteka – Founder and CEO of IDF Capital and Laura Davis – Managing Partner at Renew Capital to cons4tute the All-female investors panel aka “The Queens of […]
