A Political Breakthrough?
Is the nascent consensus on state police in Nigeria a political ruse or a giant step towards true federalism in the country? No matter what happens next, last week’s statement by the Northern States Governors’ Forum expressing “support for the creation of State Police” and calling on “the National Assembly to expedite action on the enactment of […]
How South Africa’s Shift from Coal to Renewables Is Going in 2025
Just over 74% of South Africa’s electricity still comes from burning coal. In 2021, the country negotiated the Just Energy Transition Partnership with Germany, the UK, France, the US and the European Union. They committed to providing South Africa with US$8.5 billion (R157 billion) to move away from coal to renewable energy. (In March 2025, […]
The Islamic Development Bank Group Affiliated Institutions Organized the 13th Private Sector Forum in Algiers, Algeria (20-22 May 2025)
The Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDBG) (www.IsDB.org) affiliated institutions organized the 13th Private Sector Forum from May 20 to 22, 2025, at Abdelatif Rahal International Conference Center in Algiers (People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria). The forum was convened on the sidelines of the Group’s annual meetings, under the high patronage of His Excellency President Abdelmadjid […]
IFC And Canada Invest In Husk To Catalyze Solar-Powered Economic Growth In Rural Nigeria
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, with the support of the Government of Canada, today announced a $5 million investment in Husk Power Energy Systems Nigeria Limited (Husk Nigeria), a subsidiary of Husk Power Systems Inc., to expand access to reliable, renewable energy in underserved communities across Nigeria. The […]
Fourth Cohort of Amujae Leaders Announced by the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center
They’re not waiting for tomorrow—they’re shaping today. The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development (EJS Center) unveils its fourth cohort of Amujae Leaders. This group of 13 exceptional women from across Africa is set to redefine public leadership, joining 42 trailblazers from 19 countries in the prestigious Amujae Initiative, launched in 2020 […]
The Vibrant Heritage of the Yoruba People
In southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo, the Yoruba people weave a cultural tapestry that pulses with creativity, spirituality, and resilience. With a population of over 40 million, the Yoruba are one of Africa’s largest ethnic groups, known for their art, music, and traditions that have shaped global culture. From the rhythmic beats […]
State of Climate in Africa: New Report Warns Hottest Decade on Record
Africa’s climate crisis is intensifying, with 2024 marking either the warmest or second-warmest year on record, according to a new World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report released today. The past decade stands as the hottest ever, driving extreme weather that’s hitting the continent hard. From relentless droughts to devastating floods, these changes are deepening hunger, fueling […]
