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In 1862, the diplomatic King Moshoeshoe I of Basotho sent 80 personal items to a London exhibition, hoping to strengthen ties with Britain. These artifacts, however, never returned and now reside in the British Museum. Discovering this overlooked history, researcher Lineo Segoete partnered with Open Restitution Africa to spark national dialogue through town halls and village […]
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ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, 12 September, 2025 /African Media Agency (AMA)/ – Djamo Finances, a subsidiary of the Djamo group and a pioneering digital financial services platform in Francophone Africa, has officially obtained its license as a microfinance institution in Côte d’Ivoire, issued by the Ministry of Finance and Budget. This regulatory recognition provides Djamo’s clients […]
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Government Should Address Grievances, Not Crush Prote Health professionals in Ethiopia plan to resume striking on September 15 to demand better wages and living conditions, marking the second round of strikes in recent months. Following months of organizing spearheaded by the Ethiopian Health Professionals Movement (EHPM), public health care workers launched a nationwide walkout in May, halting […]
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Africa is rapidly positioning itself as a global hub for green hydrogen production, leveraging its vast renewable energy resources to meet both domestic energy needs and international demand. With over 60% of the world’s best solar resources and significant wind potential, the continent has the natural advantage to produce green hydrogen at globally competitive costs […]
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A low crime rate and a high safety index are now crucial advantages for African countries looking to achieve more wealth, draw in international collaboration, and enhance the standard of living for their people in 2025. Besides maintaining peace and order, these metrics show how stable, resilient, and prepared a country is for sustainable growth. […]
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Standard Bank has become the first financial institution in Africa to launch TikTok Search Ads. This milestone reflects the bank’s commitment to innovation and its strategy of engaging younger, digitally native audiences through relevant and impactful social platforms. Reaching the Next Generation TikTok Search Ads allow brands to appear in search results when users actively […]
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Following its successful launch to market on 2 September, Discover Sport™ is proud to announce a dynamic new 3-year partnership with Tennis South Africa (TSA) that will bring South Africa’s premier tennis competitions fully into the spotlight. Through this collaboration, Discover Sport™ becomes the official streaming partner of TSA, enabling fans nationwide and abroad to […]
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Author: Mladen Čolić, Sales Vice President: Fintech Africa at TransUnion Africa is fast emerging as the world’s next frontier for growth. By 2050, more than one in four people on the planet will be African, according to the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. With the youngest population globally, the continent is increasingly recognised as a […]
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By Dr. Ahmed Ogwell, CEO, VillageReach In July, the U.S. government officially dissolved the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Weeks later, a U.S. court cleared the way for the Trump Administration to continue blocking billions in foreign aid. For Africa and other regions that have long relied on donor contributions to health and development, […]
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Ethiopia has inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, marking the culmination of a vision first conceived over a century ago. The $4.5 billion endeavor was uniquely funded through a national effort, with citizens across society—from civil servants to the diaspora—contributing to its construction via bonds and salary deductions. This collective investment […]
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Botswana has launched a new sovereign wealth fund aimed at boosting diversification, creating jobs, and better managing state-owned enterprises as the country grapples with a prolonged diamond slump. Unlike the long-standing Pula Fund, which serves mainly as a rainy-day reserve, the new fund is designed for growth, with investments spanning both domestic and international markets. Officials say […]
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Chinese exports to Africa surged 25% in the first seven months of 2025, reaching $122 billion, with Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt among the top importers. Demand for construction machinery, cars, steel, and solar panels fueled the rise, putting shipments on track to surpass $200 billion this year. However, this growth has reignited concerns over Africa’s […]
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New Satirical Drama Nya Uriri (Pek Chi Liel) – The Widow’s Burden Sparks Conversations On Widowhood And Inheritance In African Culture