New Japanese funding helps WFP sustain school meals and nutrition programmes in Guinea-Bissau
ROME, Italy, 09 March 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/- The Embassy of Japan in Dakar and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today have signed a new food assistance agreement worth JPY 200 million (approximately US$1.32 million) to support food and nutrition assistance in Guinea-Bissau.This contribution will enable WFP to provide nutritious school meals to approximately […]
Inclusive Growth Begins Where GDP Doesn’t Look – SME Digitisation
The 2026 State of the Nation (SONA) address reaffirmed the commitments made by the Government of National Unity (GNU) to inclusive economic growth, job creation, and reducing poverty and the cost of living. These pillars are foundational to any credible national growth strategy. But they cannot become abstract economic ambitions disconnected from the everyday realities […]
Standard Bank And African Women Impact Fund Build On Game-Changing Partnership With Fund Management Registration
Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets, is the leading sponsor of the African Women Impact Fund (AWIF), which has proudly supported 10 African women led fund managers with grant funding. This marks a significant milestone in its mission to empower women in finance across the continent. Through its Foundation arm, the […]
Over USD 29 Million Mobilised To Support Madagascar
Coordinated pre-arranged financing reinforces national response and recovery Antananarivo, 05 March 2026 — More than USD 29 million has been mobilised to support Madagascar’s response and recovery following tropical cyclones Fytia and Gezani through a combination of pre-arranged financing solutions facilitated by the African Risk Capacity (ARC) and partner institutions. This financing was activated through […]
Women Like Damilola Osikoya Are Building Africa’s Next Mobility Frontier
Africa’s travel future won’t be imported. It will be built, and it’s already happening. Across the continent, a new wave of founders is rethinking how Africans move: for business, for culture, for opportunity. One of them is Damilola Osikoya, Founder and CEO of Voyage Quest Travels and Switch Visuals Production. Her work sits at an […]
New Fellowship For Women In Agricultural Research Leadership Launched
New career development fellowship launched to help empower women professionals to advance climate-resilient agriculture across North and West Africa Women working in agricultural research and development across North and West Africa have the chance to benefit from expert mentoring, leadership training and collaboration support thanks to a new fellowship. The fellowship was launched by African Women […]
Africa Fintech Forum
The 6th Africa Fintech Forum officially announces a high-impact event featuring senior regulators, top banking executives, decision makers, fintech innovators and global technology partners, underscoring the Forum’s scale and strategic significance within the financial services ecosystem. Confirmed participation includes leadership from the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), FinTech […]
Making The Case For Evidence-Led Leadership Across Africa
Julie Muriuki, Champion for Economic Empowerment, Gender Mainstreaming Advocate. In February 2026, African heads of state came together at the African Union Summit and issued a presidential declaration to accelerate local manufacturing of health products, medicines, and technologies across the continent. This commitment, rooted in economic sovereignty, pandemic preparedness, and resilience marked more than a […]
Discover South Africa’s most affordable seaside escapes
Dreaming of a seaside escape without draining your wallet? South Africa’s coastline is dotted with charming small towns that deliver ocean views, fresh air, and laid-back vibes—often at a fraction of the cost of bigger tourist hotspots. Quiet Garden Route gem Glentana offers long, uncrowded beaches and a peaceful setting perfect for sunrise walks and […]
Guinea moves to dissolve all major opposition
Guinea’s political landscape has taken a dramatic turn after authorities dissolved 40 political parties, including the country’s three main opposition groups. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Territorial Administration, strips the parties of their legal status and bars them from using their names, logos, or assets. Officials say the move was based on alleged […]
