Dangote-Linked Firm Buys Kenya’s Oldest Tour Operator
Africa Travels Investment, backed by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has acquired Kenya’s oldest tourism company, Pollman’s Tours and Safaris, in a move set to energize the country’s tourism sector. The acquisition was approved by Kenya’s Competition Authority, which stated that the deal raised no red flags regarding market competition. The agency also assured industry […]
Nigeria’s Billion-Dollar Club Grows as Market Rally Lifts Top Stocks
Nigeria’s equities market now boasts 11 publicly listed companies each valued at over $1 billion, up from nine a year ago, as strong investor demand and corporate recapitalizations fuel a market rally. These stocks include Airtel Africa, BUA Foods, Dangote Cement, and MTN Nigeria—firms that are benefiting from strong earnings, consistent dividend payouts, and renewed […]
Egypt Cuts Suez Canal Fees to Reclaim Lost Trade
Egypt is slashing Suez Canal transit fees by 15% for large container ships in a bid to win back trade lost due to Red Sea security threats. The discount, starting May 15 and lasting 90 days, targets vessels with a net tonnage of at least 130,000 metric tons, regardless of whether they are full or […]
Meet the 10 Ghanaians Changing the World—and Africa’s Global Image
From NASA labs to WWE rings, ten Ghanaians are breaking barriers and redefining what it means to lead on a global stage. Architect David Adjaye, marketer Bozoma Saint John, and healthcare innovator Gregory Rockson are reshaping industries while honoring their roots. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey made history as the first African woman to lead the Commonwealth, […]
Episcopal Church Refuses to Aid Resettlement of White South African Refugees
The Episcopal Church’s migration arm is ending its decades-long refugee resettlement partnership with the US government after being asked to assist white South Africans fast-tracked for asylum. Citing its commitment to racial justice, Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe said the church could not support a program that offers preferential treatment to Afrikaners while sidelining long-waiting refugees, […]
Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Secretary General to Highlight Strategic Role of Gas in Africa’s Energy Future at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025
African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies – taking place in Cape Town on September 29-October 3 – welcomes Mohamed Hamel, Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), to its growing lineup of global energy leaders. Representing the world’s leading gas-exporting nations, the GECF brings a multilateral perspective to critical discussions […]
UAE Backs Historic Nigeria-Morocco Energy Project
The UAE has thrown its weight behind the $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline, a game-changing project set to become the world’s longest offshore gas pipeline. Spanning 6,800km and traversing 15 West African countries, the African-Atlantic Gas Pipeline will transport natural gas from Nigeria’s reserves to Morocco and Europe, boosting energy security and regional integration. Morocco’s […]
France and Algeria’s Diplomatic Ties Strain Further Following New Expulsions
Tensions between France and Algeria have escalated into a full-blown diplomatic crisis, marked by reciprocal expulsions and deepening mistrust. On May 12, Algeria expelled 15 French diplomats for occupying “irregular positions,” following earlier expulsions linked to the arrest of an Algerian official in Paris. France condemned the move as unjustified, promising a swift response. Strained […]
Seychelles Diaries: Sun, Spice, and Sushi on a Dream Island Getaway
Seychelles delivers on every island paradise fantasy, from lush mountain trails to golden beaches and warm, welcoming locals. The journey begins at the village-inspired Laïla Resort, where tropical fruit breakfasts and panoramic coastal drives set the tone for what is an unforgettable experience. From Victoria’s vibrant market to Mission Lodge’s misty peaks, the island’s rich […]
Africa’s Mobile Gender Gap Shrinks—But Millions of Women Remain Offline
HMobile internet use among women in sub-Saharan Africa is rising, with the gender gap shrinking from 36% in 2022 to 29% in 2024, according to a new GSMA report. However, nearly 205 million women in the region remain offline, due largely to barriers such as affordability, limited digital literacy, and restrictive social norms. Experts warn […]