Why are African Nations Launching More Satellites?
African nations are increasingly launching satellites into space, spurred by the decreasing cost of space technology. So far, a total of 17 African countries have put over 60 satellites into orbit, with dozens more expected to launch in the coming years. Despite these gains, Africa’s lack of launch facilities and dependence on foreign partnerships raises […]
TERA Launches On International Day Of Rural Women To Drive Food Security, Empower Women Farmers, And Accelerate Climate Action
In celebration of the International Day of Rural Women, themed “Rural women confront the global cost-of-living crisis,” TERA proudly launches its transformative biochar solution aimed at enhancing food security, creating jobs for women, and addressing climate change. By converting agricultural waste into biochar, TERA boosts crop yields, strengthens resilience to drought, and significantly contributes to carbon sequestration, […]
Innovating Mozambique’s Energy System Through Technical Capacity Enablement
According to a recent McKinsey report, global energy demand is projected to rise substantially, potentially increasing by up to 18% by 2050, largely driven by emerging economies, including Africa. Despite this growth, per capita energy consumption in these regions is expected to stay below that of developed markets due to ongoing energy efficiency initiatives. Additionally, […]
TDB Group Signs Loan Agreement With JBIC-Mizuho-NEXI For On-Lending To Provide Geothermal Equipment For Menengai Power Project In Kenya
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) is pleased to announce it has signed a loan agreement with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to provide geothermal equipment for Menengai’s geothermal power plant. The agreement involves a loan from JBIC of up to USD 8.64 million and USD 5.76 […]
CIH BANK Selects Backbase to Elevate Digital Banking Across Morocco
The partnership aims to enhance personalized banking services and streamline customer journeys, making CIH BANK the financial partner for every Moroccan. CASABLANCA, Morocco, 16 October 2024-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Backbase, the global leader in Engagement Banking, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with CIH BANK, one of Morocco’s leading financial institutions, to revolutionize banking for […]
Trailblazing African Women Join Forces To Tackle Breast Cancer On The Continent
● New Africa Breast Cancer Council includes oncologists, surgeons, first ladies, advocates, a survivor, a former minister and an economist ● Council’s 5-year goal is to tackle leading cause of cancer deaths among African women ● Council includes prominent Kenyan women: Dr Miriam Mutebi, Breast Cancer Surgical Oncologist at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya’s first female breast cancer […]
Mozambique Advances Digital Health Infrastructure To Strengthen Malaria Control And National Health Strategy
In an exclusive insight shared by Dr. Baltazar Candrinho, Director of Mozambique’s National Malaria Control Program, Mozambique is taking significant strides in the realm of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), particularly within the health sector. As Dr. Candrinho outlines, Mozambique is actively digitizing health information systems to streamline both routine operations and the execution of large-scale […]
Jake Michael Singer To Showcase Monumental Sculpture At “Forever Is Now.04” Exhibition Overlooking The Pyramids Of Giza
Renowned South African contemporary artist, Jake Michael Singer, is set to make an unforgettable mark on the global art scene with his participation in ‘Forever Is Now.04’, an internationally acclaimed outdoor art exhibition. This prestigious event will take place on the breathtaking plateau overlooking the ancient Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. It runs from October 24 to […]
Comoros Sets Parliamentary Elections for January 2025
Comoros is set to hold parliamentary elections on January 12, 2025, despite opposition parties planning to boycott the polls. Opposition groups, including the JUWA and Orange parties, have voiced their distrust of President Azali Assoumani, who was re-elected earlier this year in a disputed vote. Opposition leader Salim Issa Abdillah stated that they would not […]
Kenya’s Central Bank Grants JP Morgan Operating License
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has granted JP Morgan Chase Bank a license to open a representative office in Nairobi, marking its expansion into East Africa’s largest economy. The US banking giant, with over $4.1 trillion in assets, will use the office to market its services but will not conduct direct banking transactions, in […]
