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Recent youth-led protests across Africa reflect growing frustration among young people towards the ruling political class, whom they blame for missed economic opportunities and rampant corruption. These demonstrations highlight the generational divide and a demand for change from Kenya to Uganda. In Kenya, protests against high taxes and corruption led President William Ruto to withdraw […]
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In eastern DRC, healthcare workers are combating a severe mpox outbreak, which has been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict with M23 rebels. The disease, formerly known as monkeypox, has surged due to a new, rapidly spreading clade 1 strain. Doctors, already stretched thin from previous Ebola and COVID-19 crises, rely on symptom-based care due to […]
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Nigeria has a high rate of heavy drinking among young people, with one study revealing that 55.8% of teenagers aged 15-19 engaged in binge drinking in the past month. The situation is likely linked to the unrestricted marketing tactics of alcohol brands in the country. The World Health Organization recommends that countries limit alcohol advertising […]
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In Nairobi, Kenyan taxi drivers are pushing back against the unsustainable low fares dictated by ride-hailing apps like Uber, Bolt, and local start-ups. According to the drivers, the intense competition among the ride-hailing companies has led to reduced prices. As a result, many drivers struggle to cover their costs, especially with rising living expenses and […]
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Large crowds of tourists have begun converging at Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve to witness the annual wildebeest migration. This event, which peaks in August, involves wildebeests, zebras, and hippos making their way across the Mara River on their way to northern Tanzania’s Serengeti Park. The highlight of the spectacle occurs when the animals leap […]
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LAGOS, Nigeria, 20th August 2024 /African Media Agency (AMA)/- RegTech Africa is excited to announce the upcoming 2025 RegTech Horizon 100 Directory, a premier listing that will showcase the most innovative regulatory technology companies driving Africa’s regulatory transformation. We invite you to nominate outstanding companies that are leveraging cutting-edge technologies—such as big data, artificial intelligence, and […]
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The Africa-America Institute To Celebrate 40th Annual Awards Gala With Presidential Fireside Chat And Tribute To The Late H.E. Geingob, President Of The Republic Of Namibia And AAI Alumnus AAI’s 40th Annual Awards Gala to feature a Presidential Fireside Chat with H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana, and H.E. Joseph Boakai, President […]
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DJOUBA, South Sudan, 20 August 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/ – “International Youth Day gives us, the younger generation, a platform to express our ideas, achievements, and concerns with our communities and international partners. It’s a chance to promote peace through our skills or talents and play a part in actively shaping the future of our […]
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Nearly half of South African households (42,1%) are headed by women, according to Statistics SA’s 2022 census. In these households, women are often both primary caregivers and breadwinners. They wield significant influence in household purchasing decisions and are pivotal in passing down knowledge on how to handle finances to future generations. Despite this role, studies […]
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Mastercard hosted its inaugural Tanzania Industry Forum in Dar es Salaam, bringing together key stakeholders and thought leaders in the fintech industry to explore the dynamic financial and technology landscape and foster impactful collaborations in Tanzania. The event underscored Mastercard’s commitment to advancing economic growth through innovative digital payment solutions and strategic collaborations in the […]
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The Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa became the center of innovation and excellence on August 14th, 2024, as it hosted the 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Ethiopia Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024. This significant event celebrated outstanding achievements in the banking and financial services industry, centered around the theme “Bolstering the Economy with […]
...Speakers at the upcoming Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) Conference 2024 include respected names in the ICT industry as well as senior officials from member countries. TICON Africa will be held at the Kenyan coastal city of Mombasa between 25 and 27 September alongside the Marketing Society of Kenya’s symposium. The two events will bring […]
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