Marrakech Joins Delta’s Growing Global Network: New Direct Route from Atlanta Opens Gateway to Morocco
Delta Air Lines strengthens U.S.–Morocco ties and positions Marrakech as a major destination for American travelers with three weekly flights MARRAKECH, Morocco, 27 October 2025 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/ Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL)/ – Delta Air Lines has officially launched its first nonstop flight between Atlanta (ATL) and Marrakech (RAK), marking a historic milestone for the […]
Uniting for Africa’s Digital Public Infrastructure Future
November 4–6 2025 | Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, South Africa In an era where digital access defines opportunity, the Global DPI Summit 2025 lands at a pivotal moment for the African continent and the wider global community. Under the banner “DPI in Practice: Implementing Tomorrow’s Digital Society Today,” this gathering brings together […]
Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, Cape Town Celebrates a Trio of Prestigious Global Honours
THE NELLIE’S ENDURING CHARM EARNS WORLDWIDE ACCLAIM WITH AWARDS FROM MICHELIN KEYS, CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER AND THE WORLD’S 50 BEST HOTELS Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, proudly celebrates a season of international recognition with three major accolades that affirm its position as one of the world’s leading hotels. For over 125 years, the […]
Cameroon’s Paul Biya wins controversial eighth term
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya has been declared the winner of a contentious election, securing his eighth consecutive term in office. The official results grant him a new seven-year mandate, which could see him remain in power until he’s nearly 100. This outcome has been met with significant opposition and public unrest. His main challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, had previously […]
South African assets rally after financial watchlist removal
South African financial markets opened the week on a positive note, buoyed by investor optimism over the country’s removal from the global financial crime grey list. The rand strengthened 0.2% against the dollar, while the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s Top-40 index rose 0.5% in early trade. Analysts at ETM Analytics said the exit restores South Africa’s international financial […]
Dangote aims to build world’s largest refinery
Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has announced an ambitious plan to double the capacity of his refinery within three years, aiming to make it the largest in the world. The proposed expansion would increase output from 650,000 to 1.4 million barrels per day, surpassing India’s Jamnagar refinery, the world’s largest. Dangote revealed the project will be financed through […]
Mali closes schools amid worsening fuel crisis
A severe fuel crisis, orchestrated by an al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadist blockade on imports, has forced Mali to take the drastic step of closing all schools and universities nationwide. The militants have been attacking fuel tankers on major highways, crippling the landlocked nation’s supply chain from neighboring countries like Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire. This has resulted in paralyzing fuel […]
Alibaba taps Durban to lead African trade revolution
Durban has been selected as Alibaba’s African hub, marking a major milestone in the city’s digital trade ambitions. The announcement followed high-level discussions between eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba and Alibaba representatives at the company’s headquarters in China. Durban’s strategic location, world-class port, growing logistics infrastructure, and King Shaka International Airport were cited as key factors in the decision, which positions […]
Nigerian president overhauls military leadership
In a decisive move to address Nigeria’s persistent security threats, President Bola Tinubu has enacted a major overhaul of the nation’s military leadership. This sweeping reshuffle introduces new service chiefs across the army, navy, and air force, signaling a fresh strategic direction. The new appointees, including Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede, are tasked with confronting a complex web […]
Djibouti’s parliament scraps presidential age limit
Djibouti’s parliament has voted to remove the presidential age limit of 75, paving the way for 77-year-old President Ismail Omar Guelleh to seek a sixth term in 2026. The amendment, unanimously backed by all 65 lawmakers present when it was put to a vote, still requires either Guelleh’s approval or a referendum. If approved, it will undergo […]
