Strengthening Zambia’s Readiness for Health Emergencies: From Surveillance to Pandemic Preparedness
As countries in the region respond to ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreaks in neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, Zambia continues to take proactive steps to strengthen its preparedness and response capacity through targeted investments in surveillance, digital tools, and pandemic planning. With support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, […]
Senegal Retains Title as Overall Champion at ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament (TOLAC 14)
Senegal has once again emerged as the overall champion of the 14th edition of the ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament (TOLAC 14), concluding a thrilling three-day competition at the Serrekunda East Mini Football Stadium in The Gambia. In a fiercely contested final, the Senegalese team, fondly known as the Lions defeated Nigeria 3–2 to retain their […]
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Regional Integration Through Cross-Border Cooperation Stakeholders’ Meeting in Abuja, Nigeria
The ECOWAS Commission convened the Annual Regional Stakeholders’ Meeting of the ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation Support Programme (ECBCSP) in Abuja, Nigeria, from 19–20 May 2026. The meeting brought together representatives from ECOWAS Member States, National Border Offices, and officials of the ECOWAS Commission to review the implementation progress of cross-border cooperation initiatives under the ECBCSP 2023–2027 […]
Eritrea: Diaspora Nationals Celebrate Independence Day Anniversary
Eritrean nationals residing in Luxembourg and Germany have celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary with patriotic zeal under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee.” At the celebratory event in Luxembourg on 16 May, Mr. Russom Habtai, representing the Eritrean community, congratulated the Eritrean people and its Defense Forces, and called on the Eritrean community to […]
Seychelles: President Herminie Visits District Administration Office and Library on La Digue
Progressing through his official engagements on La Digue, President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, made his fifth stop on the island with visits to the District Administration Office and the island’s library. At the District Administration Office, discussions focused on matters relating to community services and the daily needs of residents as […]
The 20th Anniversary of the Africa Economy Builders Forum Awards Honors Countries with Effective Public Policies and Transformation Dynamics
ABIDJAN, Cote d’Ivoire, 21 May 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/- On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, the leading pan-African platform dedicated to promoting economic leadership, the Africa Economy Builders Forum Awards (Les Bâtisseurs de l,Économie Africaine) is reaching a major milestone in its history. For two decades, the event has recognized the women and men who […]
From Africa to Asia: InvestHK wraps up strategic visit to South Africa and Rwanda riding on Global South momentum (with photos)
HONG KONG, SAR, 21 May 2026 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/ – 21 May 2026 – Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion of Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) Ms Loretta Lee concluded a successful mission to South Africa and Rwanda today (May 18), reinforcing Hong Kong's position as the strategic launchpad for African and Global South enterprises seeking offshore […]
AI unleashed as companies showcase business impact at flagship SAP event
Leading global companies reveal how artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation and into core business operations to improve decision-making, increase productivity and deliver measurable operational impact Nazia Pillay, Managing Director for Southern Africa at SAP JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 21st, 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/ – Leading organisations throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa are revealing […]
Ghana’s $1 Billion Cocoa Lifeline: Local Investors Step Up to Save the Golden Crop
In a bold move that signals growing confidence in homegrown finance, Ghana is launching a $1 billion domestic bond sale to fund cocoa purchases for the 2026/2027 season – and the response from local investors has been electric. For decades, the world’s second-largest cocoa producer relied heavily on foreign loans and syndicated facilities to pay […]
Zambia’s 4.1 Million Ton Corn Miracle: Bumper Harvest Turns the Country into Africa’s New Breadbasket
While much of the world still wrestles with food-price volatility, Zambia is quietly writing one of the most inspiring agricultural comeback stories on the continent. The country’s 2025/2026 maize harvest is now officially projected to surpass 4.1 million metric tons – a stunning second consecutive bumper crop that has transformed Zambia from a nation battling […]
