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Why São Tomé and Príncipe Belong on Your Travel Bucket List

Tucked away off Africa’s west coast, the dual-island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe is a hidden gem, where unspoiled beaches, volcanic peaks, and lush forests create a dreamlike escape. Visitors can savor seafood feasts, hike to remote coves, or wander Príncipe’s deserted sands, often with no one else in sight. The best time to visit […]

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Egyptian Archaeologists Unearth Rare Stela with Secrets of Ptolemaic Rule

Egyptian archaeologists have uncovered a rare sandstone stela in El Husseiniya, marking a new version of the famed Decree of Canopus. First issued in 238 BCE under Ptolemy III, the decree—like the Rosetta Stone—was key to deciphering hieroglyphics. Unlike earlier copies that used multiple languages, this four-foot slab is inscribed solely in hieroglyphics, topped by a winged […]

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From Sahara Sands to Museums: Niger’s Fight to Keep Its Fossil Heritage

While living animals draw crowds at Niamey’s unique museum-zoo, the real treasures are the ancient fossils that reveal a stunning secret: modern-day arid Niger was once a lush world of dinosaurs and supercrocs. Unfortunately, this incredible paleontological heritage is at risk, threatened by a lack of resources, smuggling, and insufficient local expertise. However, a new generation of […]

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From Kente to Shweshwe:  Exploring Africa’s Heritage Through Textiles

Africa offers travelers a wealth of experiences far beyond its famous safaris, including a rich fusion of cultural heritage found in its textiles. From the golds and blues of Ghana’s legendary Kente cloth to the fermented mud-painted patterns of Mali’s Bògòlanfini, each fabric is a wearable piece of history. South Africa’s Shweshwe, Uganda’s UNESCO-recognized barkcloth, and […]

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Ghana’s Women Oyster Farmers Battle Climate Change to Preserve Tradition

In coastal Ghana, a generations-old tradition of oyster farming, led by women, is under severe threat from climate change and mangrove depletion. Once supported by US-funded training programs, these women now rely on their own efforts to replant mangroves, protect fragile ecosystems, and sustain their families. Oysters, which fetch about $4 per basin, are becoming scarcer as […]

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Afreximbank’s Innovation Hub Targets $70 Billion Boost for Africa’s Knowledge Economy

Africa is stepping boldly into a future where innovation fuels prosperity. The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has unveiled the African Research and Innovation Hub (ARIH), a transformative platform designed to unlock up to US$70 billion in annual economic gains by turning research into real-world impact. Turning intellectual capital into trade power For too long, Africa […]

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Krystal Birungi

Krystal Birungi of Target Malaria Uganda/UVRI Announced as 2025-2026 Obama Foundation Leader

Krystal Birungi today announced her acceptance to The Obama Foundation’s Leaders program, joining more than 200 global changemakers for the 2025-2026 class. Following a competitive selection process, Krystal Birungi will be one of just 35 Leaders participating in the Leaders Africa program, where they will receive training in leadership development and civic engagement to help […]

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Google Announces New Connectivity Hub In South Africa, AI Tools For Students & $9m Africa Research Fund

Google today announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation. The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. They cover internet connectivity; youth-led learning and innovation; and skills training. Connectivity Google […]

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Infrastructure Africa 2026

Infrastructure Africa 2026 To Drive Continental Growth, Connectivity And Sustainable Investment

The Infrastructure Africa 2026 Conference & Exhibition will take place from 2 – 3 March 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, convening governments, financiers, developers, and private sector leaders to unlock opportunities and accelerate Africa’s infrastructure-led growth. Africa’s infrastructure and energy sectors are experiencing rapid growth yet remain critical areas for investment. In the past decade, […]

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Africa’s Tourism Boom

Africa’s Tourism Boom: How Hospitality Can Embrace The Potential

By Michael Pownall, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Valor Hospitality Partners – AMEA There should be no doubt that Africa’s tourism potential is enormous. The continent’s 54 countries are home to some of the most spectacular natural wonders, cultural experiences, and culinary delights on the planet. Home to more than a billion people, there’s also […]

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Transformer Manufacturing Industry.

How South Africa’s Transformer Manufacturing Industry Can Fill A Gaping Local And National Infrastructure Gap

By Mervyn Naidoo, Group CEO of ACTOM South Africa’s energy transition, as well as similar efforts by other countries around the world, is accelerating the demand for power transformers, as nations upgrade and expand their power grids to meet rising energy needs. However, this worldwide shift toward renewable energy is exposing a critical infrastructure gap: […]

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One Carbon World joins Carbon Markets Africa Summit as official Climate Impact Partner

One Carbon World Joins Carbon Markets Africa Summit As Official Climate Impact Partner

“Partnerships the way to scale of the African carbon market” One Carbon World (OCW) will be the official climate impact partner of the upcoming Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS) taking place in Johannesburg from 22 to 23 October. OCW is a not-for-profit dedicated to helping organisations reduce their carbon footprint and achieve recognised standards such […]

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