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Tourism and investment leaders from across the continent are urged to attend the Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), taking place on 14 April 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as part of World Travel Market Africa. Produced in partnership with JLL Africa, an affiliate member of UN Tourism, the one-day conference brings […]
...By Lasbery Chioma Oludimu: VP of Global Operations and MD of Yellow Card Nigeria This year, the digital asset industry will no longer be divided by ideology, but by execution. The question will not be whether digital assets belong in the financial system, that debate is effectively over, but rather which platforms can operate at […]
...By Eric Osiakwan The initial round of 1st quarter bourse reports is out, and the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is officially Africa’s best-performing securities market. The GSE rally topped 43% as Tanzania, Nigeria and Zimbabwe gained more than 30% – all in dollar terms. The value of the dollar is weakening while African currencies are […]
...Senegal faces fresh scrutiny after undisclosed €650 million financing deals surfaced, adding to IMF findings that it significantly underreported debt and fiscal deficits between 2019 and 2023. The episode highlights a wider African problem of weak transparency, hidden liabilities, and complex borrowing structures that conceal true debt levels and intensify financial risks. This story is […]
...In Tanzania, compressed natural gas (CNG) is emerging as a practical solution for drivers seeking to reduce costs, shorten working hours, and navigate rising fuel prices while advancing environmental and economic benefits. This story is written and edited by Global South World Until early 2024, Zawadi Kayaula’s days followed a punishing routine. The 47-year-old spent […]
...Data from the Tigray Social Affairs Office indicate that more than 1,300 people in Ethiopia’s Tigray region have died over the last three years as a result of hunger and limited access to medicine. This story is written and edited by Global South World “The situation is getting worse,” cautions Gebreselassie Tareke, the office’s Director. This highlights […]
...Standard Bank has partnered with Clover and the Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO) to support South African government efforts to curb the spread of Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease (FMD) through the deployment of a chilled mobile vaccination vehicle. The specialised unit enables safe, cold‑chain distribution of vaccines directly to farming communities, addressing a critical logistical need in the national response. This partnership supports the […]
...Congolese Prosecutor Toussaint Muntazini’s Legacy Should be Protected The Central African Republic’s Special Criminal Court announced the death of its first special prosecutor, Toussaint Muntazini, on March 25 after a long illness. His passing is a profound loss for victims of serious crimes. Muntazini, a Congolese military judge and former attorney general of the armed forces of the Democratic […]
...In a historic move, the United Nations General Assembly has formally declared the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity, marking a powerful step toward global recognition of one of history’s most defining injustices. Led by Ghana and backed by a strong majority of member states, the resolution signals a growing call for truth, […]
...Rahmat Eyinfunjowo, Founder of The Early Career Place and food systems development professional from Nigeria, empowers others because of the transformative mentorship she received at pivotal moments in her life. Now, after eight years of experience launching companies, leading multi-million dollar projects, and supporting many entrepreneurs, she expressed her excitement for partnering with Aspire Institute […]
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