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France’s military withdrawals from several African countries, including Senegal and Ivory Coast, signal a diminishing role in the region. Historically, French bases supported newly independent governments and facilitated external interventions like Operation Sagittarius, which evacuated European nationals from Sudan at the start of the war in 2023. However, rising perceptions of neocolonialism and shifting global […]
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Zimbabwean war veterans, once staunch supporters of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, have demanded his resignation, accusing him of nepotism, corruption, and economic mismanagement. Speaking at a press conference, Blessed Runesu Geza, a veteran and Zanu-PF central committee member, criticized Mnangagwa for failing to deliver on promises made after his 2017 rise to power. Geza highlighted worsening […]
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Congo’s eastern city of Goma is under siege as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels escalate their advance, causing widespread fear and humanitarian devastation. The rebels, who claim to have captured the city, have triggered intense fighting, worsening what is already a dire humanitarian crisis. Explosions and gunfire have disrupted Goma, a regional hub housing millions, while critical […]
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Community-run conservancies in Africa are emerging as a successful alternative to national parks for wildlife conservation. These conservancies, managed by local farmers, herders, and hunter-gatherers, cover millions of hectares and often harbor more wildlife than traditional protected areas. In Kenya, conservancies like Nashulai Maasai have doubled wildlife populations while reducing human-wildlife conflict and creating jobs. […]
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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) draw, held in Rabat, Morocco, has set the stage for Africa’s premier football competition. The tournament will kick off on December 21, with hosts Morocco playing Comoros in the opening match. The defending champions Ivory Coast were placed in Group F alongside Cameroon, Gabon, and Mozambique. Nigeria, runners-up […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming one of the most revolutionary technologies of the modern era, with the potential to reshape economies, industries, and societies. For Africa, AI holds special promise, offering solutions to the continent’s unique challenges while contributing significantly to its economic growth. Projections suggest that by 2030, AI could contribute as much […]
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I didn’t expect to find children, let alone toddlers, in a state-run institution for adults in Kano, northern Nigeria. One of the them was Aisha, a girl between 3 and 4 years old, who lived there with her mother, Hauwa, 25, who was deaf and had a psychosocial disability. We found Hauwa lying on the […]
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In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s economic prospects, renowned global business leader, Chairperson of Global Infrastructure Partners and Board member of Open AI Mr. Adebayo Ogunlesi, has committed to supporting the nation’s investment drive. During the recently held World Economic Forum at Davos Mr. Ogunlesi tasked the Honorable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment with coordinating […]
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Africa Tourism Partners, alongside its host partner, TEAMS Africa, is excited to announce the launch of the 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Summit (AYTIS) 2025 (www.youthtourismsummit.com) on January 29, 2025, at the SNDBX offices in Nairobi. This pivotal event will unveil the dynamic plans for AYTIS 2025, set to inspire and empower the next generation […]
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As the world continues to evolve towards a new era in natural gas and low-carbon energy production, Mozambique as a supplier, is positioning itself at the centre of this transformation, by ensuring its energy projects and products are ready to meet the growing domestic, regional and global demand for sustainable, secure and affordable energy. Following […]
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Move Afrika 2025 with John Legend is coming to Lagos on February 25, 2025 The countdown has begun for next month’s Move Afrika: Lagos. EGOT-winning, critically acclaimed, multiplatinum artist and producer, John Legend will headline Global Citizen’s highly anticipated Move Afrika tour and perform at the iconic BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda, on February 21, […]
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Nigeria wishes to partner with the World Economic Forum (WEF) on the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) to connect Nigeria to Morocco, other African nations, and Europe. The nation’s vice president, Kashim Shettima, announced this desire during a bilateral meeting with WEF President Børge Brende in Davos, explaining that the pipeline aims to enhance energy […]
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