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Researchers from Leiden University Medical Center and Radboud University in the Netherlands have explored using genetically modified mosquitoes to deliver malaria vaccines. The approach uses a weakened Plasmodium falciparum parasite to induce immunity in participants without causing illness. In a clinical trial, participants were exposed to this parasite via mosquito bites. Two versions of the […]

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The latest IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking assesses countries’ abilities to adopt and leverage digital technologies for economic transformation. For 2024, the ranking evaluated 67 economies across the globe using 59 criteria: 38 quantitative measures and 21 survey-based indicators, including broadband access and innovation infrastructure. Four of these countries are in Africa, with Ghana and […]

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Barack Obama’s 2024 playlist, featuring hits from stars like Nigeria’s Rema and Asake, and South Africa’s Tyla, highlights the growing global appeal of African music. Shared on X (formerly Twitter), the 25-song list includes songs from different genres, including those originating from Africa. Rema’s track Yayo secured a spot on the list, reinforcing his status […]

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William Ruto, the president of Kenya, has added more opposition figures to his government to address the growing unpopularity of his government. This move follows his surprise meeting with former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Earlier, Ruto had included several allies of opposition leader Raila Odinga in his government. Analysts view Ruto’s actions as efforts to stabilize […]

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NNPC Limited has officially joined the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and its target of achieving net-zero methane intensity by 2030. This partnership, led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), provides a framework for accurate measurement, reporting, and best practices to reduce methane emissions in the […]

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French President Emmanuel Macron expressed support for Ethiopia’s pursuit of sea access through peaceful negotiations during a one-day visit to Addis Ababa. While in the Horn of Africa nation, Macron lauded the Ankara Declaration, brokered by Turkey, which reaffirmed Ethiopian and Somali sovereignty and set February as the start of technical talks on Ethiopia’s sea […]

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Kenya has announced plans to review its visa-free policy after the popular tourist destination fell 17 places in the Africa Visa Openness Index to rank 46th out of 54 countries. In January, the Kenyan government replaced traditional visas with an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. However, the new policy, which required travelers to pay $30 […]

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Niamey has accused Nigeria of serving as a base for efforts to destabilize Niger, allegedly collaborating with foreign powers and former Nigerien officials, whom it allegedly provides asylum. The claims follow the December 13 sabotage of the Niger-Benin oil pipeline in Gaya, with Niger’s Foreign Minister Bakary Yaou Sangare suggesting complicity by Nigerian security forces. […]

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French nuclear fuel company Orano has initiated international arbitration against Niger after Niamey revoked the mining license of its subsidiary, Imouraren, in June. The Imouraren mine, containing an estimated 200,000 tons of uranium, was scheduled to begin production in 2015. However, a global uranium price collapse, caused by the 2011 Japan nuclear disaster, resulted in […]

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Zambian police have arrested two individuals, Jasten Mabulesse Candunde and Leonard Phiri, for allegedly plotting to harm President Hakainde Hichilema using witchcraft. The suspects, reportedly hired by Nelson Banda—brother of fugitive lawmaker Jay Banda—face charges of practicing witchcraft, possession of charms, and animal cruelty. Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga stated that the duo, described as practicing […]

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Mozambique stands on edge as the constitutional council prepares to rule on October’s contested election results, which have sparked deadly protests and disrupted the economy. Opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane, claiming electoral fraud, has urged supporters to demand justice. He warned of “chaos” if the constitutional council rules in favor of the ruling party’s candidate Daniel […]

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