AFRICA’S LEADING ARTISANS UNITE AT THE HOME OF MOËT & CHANDON, IN AN EXCHANGE OF CREATIVITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP
In honour of Champagne Day 2024, a cross-cultural exchange took place in the heart of the Champagne region, Épernay. To celebrate the endless creativity in craftsmanship, Moët & Chandon invited some of Africa’s most prominent creative talents to explore the iconic brand’s heritage, artistry, and savoir-faire. The seven creatives included Thebe Magugu, Banke Kuku, Aisha […]
Harris Assembles Key Africa Experts to Elevate US Engagement with Continent
Kamala Harris’s campaign has assembled a 25-member team to develop a comprehensive strategy for US-Africa relations, led by former Attorney General Eric Holder and coordinated by experienced African affairs officials Witney Schneidman and Gabrielle Posner. The initiative seeks to elevate Africa as a priority, building on the Biden administration’s efforts to strengthen ties and counter […]
Nigeria’s Moniepoint Joins Unicorn Club with $110M Investment Led by Google
Nigerian fintech Moniepoint has secured $110 million in a new funding round, led by Google, to scale its digital payment and banking solutions across Africa. Initially founded in 2015 to provide infrastructure for banks and financial institutions, Moniepoint now also offers personal banking services. The investment round, which included contributions from Google’s Africa Investment Fund, […]
Angola’s Cabinda Refinery to Begin Operation by April 2025
Angola’s Cabinda refinery, a $500-550 million project led by Gemcorp, is set to begin production by April 2025, refining 30,000 barrels of Cabinda crude per day. This will represent the project’s first phase. Once fully operational, the refinery aims to supply 5-10% of Angola’s fuel needs and reduce dependence on imported fuel, a priority as […]
Somaliland Votes: Democracy and Independence on the Line Amidst Regional Tensions
Somaliland’s November 13, 2024, presidential election is pivotal for its democratic growth and ongoing push for international recognition. Since declaring independence from Somalia 33 years ago, Somaliland has operated as a de facto state. However, it remains legally unrecognized, which limits its access to international resources. The ruling Kulmiye party, led by President Muse Bihi […]
Senegal’s President Seeks Parliamentary Majority to Fulfill Reform Agenda
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is seeking a parliamentary majority in the November 17 election to secure his mandate and advance his reform agenda. Following his landslide victory in April, Faye has faced resistance from the opposition-led assembly, prompting him to dissolve parliament in September. His Pastef party is now vying for control of the […]
Batswana Head to the Polls with Ruling Party Seeking to Extend 58-year Rule
Botswana’s national election has opened with voters set to decide whether the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which has governed the country for 58 years, will stay in power for another five years. The incumbent president, Mokgweetsi Masisi, is seeking a second and final term amid economic challenges that have shaken confidence in his once-stable party. […]
Kenya’s Supreme Court Upholds Controversial 2023 Finance Law
Kenya’s Supreme Court has overturned a ruling by the Court of Appeal that declared the 2023 Finance Act unconstitutional, granting President William Ruto’s administration a significant win. The 2023 law, pivotal to government revenue, introduced higher taxes on fuel, a new housing levy, and increased top personal income tax rates—measures that led to opposition-led mass […]
Wagner Group Deepens Influence in Africa, Boosting Russia’s Strategic Presence
The Russian Wagner Group has solidified its presence in Africa, furthering Moscow’s influence through military cooperation and economic engagements. After leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s death, Wagner units were integrated into Russia’s “Africa Corps” under the Defense Ministry. This move allowed the ministry to maintain control over local operatives while also enhancing Russian interests. In nations like […]
South Africa to Revoke Beauty Queen’s National ID in Nationality Dispute
South African authorities have announced that they are revoking the identity documents of Chidimma Adetshina, the beauty queen who recently won Miss Universe Nigeria, amid a nationality dispute. Adetshina initially competed as a Miss South Africa finalist but withdrew after questions arose about her eligibility due to her Nigerian and Mozambican heritage. Around the same […]
