Africa Energy Indaba 2025 To Host 3rd Annual EV Forum – Showcasing The Future Of Electric Vehicles In Africa
The Africa Energy Indaba 2025, taking place from 4–6 March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated EV Forum for the third consecutive year. This platform will spotlight the immense opportunities within Africa’s rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market. As global focus shifts toward cleaner energy solutions, Africa stands […]
Ghana First Science Fiction Movie Goes Global Via MiSciFi
By Eric Osiakwan Ghana film has been having a resurgence lately. After the earlier success of the Nkrumah era when our movies took to the global stage, not much has happened. However, in recent times there has been a plethora of titles that have made impact, for examples; “Children of the Mountain” that won the […]
The Ruse Of Sovereignty
By Ebenezer Obadare Getting rid of foreign military presence may be the least of African countries’ problems. Of late, a distinct note of self-assertiveness has found its way into the pronouncements of many African countries. While the underlying mood most certainly dates back to the period before the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, that […]
Africa.com’s Chair Listed as One of 100 Most Reputable Africans for 2025
The Global Reputation Forum (GRF) and Reputable Poll International (RPI) have unveiled the 2025 list of 100 Most Reputable Africans, celebrating leaders, innovators, and changemakers across the Business, Governance, Arts, and Education sectors. The list highlights individuals demonstrating integrity, transformative impact, and influence within Africa and globally. Notable honorees include Teresa Clarke, Africa.com’s Chair and […]
Africa’s Path to Growth Starts with Strengthening Democracy
Experts say that strengthening democracy is critical for Africa’s economic growth in 2025. Political unrest in Mozambique, Tunisia, and Mauritania underscores the continent’s ongoing struggles with electoral irregularities and weak institutions. Nevertheless, there were positive signs in other parts of the continent. For instance, in South Africa, the ruling African National Congress had to form […]
Eight Candidates Enter Race for AfDB Presidency Ahead of 2025 Election
The race to succeed Akinwumi Adesina as President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in 2025 has intensified, with eight candidates vying for the position. Adesina, who has led the bank since 2015 and was re-elected in 2020, will complete his tenure in May 2025. Key contenders include Abbas Mahamat Tolli of Chad, Rabah Arezki […]
Mogadishu and Addis Ababa Advance Reconciliation After Yearlong Rift
After a year of tension over Ethiopia’s controversial agreement with Somaliland for sea access, Ethiopia and Somalia are taking steps to mend relations. Recently, Ethiopian Defense Minister Aisha Mohamed visited Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital, to meet with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and deliver a message from Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Following their meeting, Ethiopia’s Ministry […]
Nigeria’s NNPC Modernizes Kaduna and Port Harcourt Refineries
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has announced that it is modernizing the 150,000 bpd Port Harcourt Refinery and the Kaduna Refinery to meet global standards. According to Chief Corporate Communications Officer Olufemi Soneye, the overhaul extends beyond traditional Turnaround Maintenance (TAM), a process involving planned repairs and upgrades to refineries, and includes […]
Opposition Leader to Return to Mozambique Amid Violent Election Dispute
Mozambique’s opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane plans to return from exile on Thursday, January 8, ahead of the swearing-in of President-elect Daniel Chapo next week. Mondlane, who claims the recent election was rigged, rejected Chapo’s court-confirmed victory. Consequently, his supporters staged violent protests that have left over 270 people dead since October 2024. Mondlane himself fled […]
Ethiopia Evacuates Thousands Amid Volcanic Threat in Afar Region
Ethiopia is evacuating thousands from the Afar region due to potential volcanic activity at Mount Dofen, which has shown steam eruptions since Thursday, January 2. The long-dormant volcano’s activity has caused significant damage, including volcanic mudflows that cracked major roads and destroyed properties. The evacuations, described as precautionary, aim to safeguard residents by relocating them […]
