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Botswana’s national election has opened with voters set to decide whether the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which has governed the country for 58 years, will stay in power for another five years. The incumbent president, Mokgweetsi Masisi, is seeking a second and final term amid economic challenges that have shaken confidence in his once-stable party. […]
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Kenya’s Supreme Court has overturned a ruling by the Court of Appeal that declared the 2023 Finance Act unconstitutional, granting President William Ruto’s administration a significant win. The 2023 law, pivotal to government revenue, introduced higher taxes on fuel, a new housing levy, and increased top personal income tax rates—measures that led to opposition-led mass […]
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The Russian Wagner Group has solidified its presence in Africa, furthering Moscow’s influence through military cooperation and economic engagements. After leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s death, Wagner units were integrated into Russia’s “Africa Corps” under the Defense Ministry. This move allowed the ministry to maintain control over local operatives while also enhancing Russian interests. In nations like […]
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South African authorities have announced that they are revoking the identity documents of Chidimma Adetshina, the beauty queen who recently won Miss Universe Nigeria, amid a nationality dispute. Adetshina initially competed as a Miss South Africa finalist but withdrew after questions arose about her eligibility due to her Nigerian and Mozambican heritage. Around the same […]
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A new report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has revealed that over a third of tree species globally are at risk of extinction, putting ecosystems and human livelihoods in jeopardy. The report highlights that out of 58,000 known species, more than 16,000 are threatened due to logging, land clearance, and climate […]
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GENEVA, Switzerland, 30 Octobre 2024 /African Media Agency (AMA)/- Good morning, I am glad to be able to speak with you this morning live from Port Sudan. I arrived here yesterday on a four-day visit, into a deteriorating security situation with alarming reports of new atrocities. I have heard distressing detail from our teams on the […]
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Yesterday, Google announced the expansion of African languages on Voice Search, typing with voice on Gboard and voice input on Translate – totalling 15 more African languages. Enabling voice input across these products offers approximately 300 million more people across Africa the freedom to interact with the web and communicate with friends and family using […]
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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is set to play a transformative role in the development of Africa’s energy sector, providing the framework needed to enhance intra-African trade, attract investment, and boost regional energy integration. By creating the world’s largest free trade area by number of countries, the AfCFTA is unlocking new opportunities for the continent’s renewable energy and natural […]
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South Africa will only hit 2024’s current energy demand requirement by 2040, according to a report from Standard Bank and Cresco Group. The market assessment of South Africa indicates solar photovoltaic and wind-installed capacity (utility and rooftop) will increase from 10GW in 2024, to 37GW by 2030 and 77GW by 2040. Meanwhile, power decarbonisation is forecast to […]
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Stanbic Bank Kenya and Mastercard have partnered to introduce two new world class credit cards to the Bank’s affluent clients across the region. Categorized into the Stanbic World card and Stanbic World Elite card, the cards are designed to offer an elevated experience for affluent clients, with special benefits such as airport lounge access, global customer […]
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Infrastructure development is critical to Africa’s economic and social progress, yet the continent faces a significant funding gap. The African Development Bank (AfDB) estimates that Africa requires up to $170 billion annually for infrastructure, with a shortfall reaching $100 billion each year. Current investment in Sub-Saharan Africa is only about 3.5% of GDP, well below […]
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Nigeria has secured a $350 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to fund the Kano-Maradi rail project, a strategic initiative aimed at modernizing Nigeria’s rail network and fostering regional trade with neighboring Niger. Senator Adamu Aliero, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Land Transport, announced the funding during a recent visit to the […]
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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