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WTM Africa To Host Key Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC)

The Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), one of the continent’s leading gatherings for tourism investment, returns to Cape Town on 14 April 2026 as an integral part of World Travel Market (WTM) Africa. Held on the Global Stage at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the conference is produced in partnership with global real […]

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South Africa Crushes Argentina to Top Rugby Championship

South Africa roared to the top of the Rugby Championship with a commanding 67-30 victory over Argentina in Durban, highlighted by Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s record-breaking 37-point haul. The 23-year-old fly-half scored three tries, converted eight others, and kicked two penalties, surpassing Percy Montgomery’s 2007 record. Despite a tight first half where Argentina kept pace, the Springboks pulled away […]

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The Economy on the Ballot: Can Malawi’s Returning President Deliver?

Peter Mutharika, Malawi’s former president, has defeated incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, completing a dramatic political comeback. His victory signals a public desperate for relief after Chakwera’s presidency saw poverty rates and inflation soar. Analysts attribute the economic crisis, which crippled living standards, to overspending, food shortages, and corruption. Mutharika, a seasoned scholar and lawyer, campaigned on […]

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D’Tigress’s Dominance: How Nigeria Can Build on Its Basketball Success

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has cemented its dominance on the continent by securing a historic fifth consecutive FIBA AfroBasket title. This incredible achievement not only solidifies Nigeria’s reputation as a basketball powerhouse but also provides a massive inspiration for women and girls across the nation. However, this success masks significant challenges within the country’s basketball […]

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South Africa Races to Protect Exporters from Trump’s Tariffs

South Africa is scrambling to shield key industries from the fallout of steep new US tariffs after failing to secure a trade deal with the Trump administration. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a relief package for affected firms following the launch of an export support desk by the trade department. Despite open communication lines with the US, […]

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Treason Trial of Former DRC President Kabila Begins Amid Political Tensions

The treason trial of former Congolese President Joseph Kabila has kicked off in a military court in Kinshasa, the country’s capital. Apart from treason, Kabila is also facing charges of murder and rape, which are linked to his alleged support for M23 rebels. Though he denies all accusations and asked to be tried in absentia, the […]

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Egypt Helps Sudanese Refugees Return Home with Free Train Rides

In a rare glimmer of hope amid a brutal civil war, hundreds of Sudanese refugees began boarding free trains from Cairo this week, beginning their long journey back home. Funded by the Egyptian government, the route stretches over 2,000 kilometers to Khartoum, which was recently reclaimed by the Sudanese Armed Forces after a year under Rapid […]

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Big 5 Construct Ethiopia Opening

Big 5 Construct Ethiopia Opens with Focus on National Priorities and Regional Infrastructure

Rooted in Ethiopia’s development strategy and economic reform agenda, the 3rd edition of Big 5 Construct Ethiopia and the inaugural East Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo have officially opened at Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa. Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the events were inaugurated by H.E. Mrs. Chaltu Sani, Minister of the Ministry of Urban and Infrastructure. […]

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APO Group Wins Gold At 2025 SABRE Awards For Canon Central And North Africa Campaign, Secures Five Finalist Placements

APO Group’s excellence in African communications and brand storytelling recognised across categories and geographies APO Group/ — APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, has been recognised with top honours at the prestigious 2025 SABRE Awards Africa, winning gold for its pioneering World Unseen Experience at GITEX Africa campaign […]

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“Shoot in the Leg”: President Ruto’s Police Order Sparks Outrage

Tensions in Kenya escalated after President William Ruto ordered police to shoot violent protesters in the leg to stop destruction while avoiding fatalities. His remarks come amid nationwide anti-government demonstrations that have left at least 31 people dead and hundreds injured. Human rights groups and the UN condemned the police’s use of lethal force, especially as reports […]

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