Burkina Faso Expels Senior UN Official Following Critical Report
Secretary-General’s Report Documents Increasing Abuses Against Children Earlier this week, Burkina Faso’s junta expelled the top United Nations representative in the country, Carol Flore-Smereczniak, declaring her “persona non grata” following a new UN report on violations against children in the country. Flore-Smereczniak is the second senior UN official to be expelled by the junta, after Barbara […]
DR Congo: M23 Mass Killings Near Virunga National Park
Rwanda-Backed Armed Group Executes Over 140 Civilians in 14 Villages, Farming Areas The Rwandan-controlled M23 armed group summarily executed over 140 civilians in July 2025, largely ethnic Hutu, in at least 14 villages and small farming communities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The mass killings appear to be part of a military campaign against […]
B Lab Africa Celebrates Women’s Month With Groundbreaking Female Voices At October Summit
In honour of Women’s Month in South Africa, B Lab Africa is proud to spotlight the dynamic, visionary women who will be centre stage at the upcoming 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit, taking place from 2–3 October 2025 at the Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate in Johannesburg. These women are more than speakers, they […]
On Announces NIL Deals With Collegiate Track Standouts Doris Lemngole, Marion Jepngetich, And Joy Naukot
On strengthens its collegiate roster, partnering with three of the NCAA’s most exciting distance runners from Kenya. Swiss sportswear brand On is today announcing the addition of Doris Lemngole, Marion Jepngetich, and Joy Naukot to its NIL roster. The three standout track and field and cross country runners from Kenya have already made a significant impression on the NCAA competition at their respective universities. Libby Davidson, NIL Athlete Manager at On, announced the news: “We’re excited to announce that Doris, Marion, and Joy have signed NIL deals with On. This partnership is a testament […]
Namibia Positions Itself As The Next Energy Frontier At Third Oil And Gas Conference
The third edition of the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference officially commenced on 12 August 2025, at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek, under the theme “From Exploration to Action: Positioning Namibia as the Next Energy Frontier.” The conference served as a vital platform for dialogue and collaboration within Namibia’s rapidly emerging oil and gas industry. […]
Africa’s $170 Billion Infrastructure Challenge Demands A Nature-First Approach
By Dean Muruven, Associate Director, Boston Consulting Group, Johannesburg The China Development Bank and Development Bank of Southern Africa recently signed a $293 million loan facility agreement to support infrastructure development across Africa. As African governments begin to plan to access this facility to address their infrastructure needs, a key consideration will be whether Africa’s […]
Unlocking The Digital Health Triangle: Transforming UHC And Primary Care Through Technology In East Africa
WHX connects thought leaders and change makers to explore how digital innovation is changing the future of healthcare in East Africa. As Kenya positions itself as a regional hub for healthcare innovation, a high-level networking event hosted in Nairobi by WHX brought together key public and private stakeholders for a focused conversation on the future of Universal […]
South Africa’s Economy Set for Third Consecutive Quarterly Expansion
South Africa’s economy is on track for its third straight quarter of growth, driven by strong rebounds in the manufacturing and mining sectors. Analysts forecast a modest 0.4% expansion for the second quarter, buoyed by improved economic performance and demand-driven price surges for commodities like platinum and palladium. However, this fragile recovery faces a severe new […]
Nigeria to Enact Reciprocal Social Media Visa Checks on US Citizens
Nigeria has announced it will enforce reciprocal visa requirements on US citizens, mirroring a new American rule demanding applicants disclose five years of social media history. This diplomatic tit-for-tat comes after the US Mission in Nigeria began mandating that Nigerian applicants provide usernames, email addresses, and phone numbers linked to their social media accounts. According to […]
Africa’s Food Future Hinges on Smarter Logistics, Not Just Farming
Africa holds immense agricultural promise, with 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land and smallholder farmers producing most local food. Yet, the continent still spends over $50 billion on food imports annually and suffers over $4 billion in post-harvest losses, primarily due to weak logistics. To transport and store food, farmers often rely on fragmented hauliers, causing […]
