Jewels of the Ancestors: The Secret Language of Kabyle Berber Jewelry
In the rugged mountains of Kabylia, northern Algeria, silver gleams with meaning. Each Kabyle Berber jewelry piece is…
Angola Discovers Major Gas Reserves in Breakthrough Offshore Exploration
Angola has struck gas in its first dedicated gas exploration well off the country’s coast, marking a significant…
WAFCON 2024 Roundup: Thrilling Matches, Surprising Results, and Standout Performances
The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) continued this week with high-stakes matches, dramatic finishes, and standout…
Malawian Parliamentary Delegation Visits Nigeria to Strengthen Legislative Ties
A high-profile delegation from Malawi’s Parliament, led by First Deputy Speaker Madalitso Kazombo, visited the National Assembly Complex…
Tanzania Emerges as Regional Hub for Mining-Chemical Imports
Tanzania has transitioned into a key regional center for the importation of chemicals vital to mineral extraction and…
Burundi Celebrated for Eliminating Trachoma as a Public Health Problem
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Burundi as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem.…
Morocco’s Land Sector Records €855 Million in Revenue Boost Thanks to Governance Reforms and Digital Innovation
Morocco’s land sector marked a major achievement in 2024, generating 9.33 billion dirhams in revenue, equivalent to approximately…
Why Liberians Speak “Really Good English” — And Why That Should Never Surprise You
When former U.S. President Donald Trump recently remarked that “the president of Liberia speaks really good English,” the…
Dangote Refinery to Build Fuel Storage Tanks in Namibia, Expand Supply to Southern Africa
Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is set to construct fuel storage tanks in Namibia to hold at least 1.6…
Morocco to Build 500-Megawatt Renewable Energy Data Centre in Dakhla to Boost Digital Sovereignty
Morocco has announced plans to build a large-scale, 500-megawatt data center powered by renewable energy in Dakhla, located…
South Sudan at the Summit of Sovereignty: Celebrating Independence and the Spirit of a Young Nation
On July 9, 2011, the air in Juba was filled with tears, cheers, and song. The national flag…
The Loom and the Spirit: Weaving Identity and Resistance Through Faso Dan Fani in Burkina Faso
In the villages and workshops of Burkina Faso, a rhythmic clatter of looms echoes through the air, a…
Kinshasa to Host First-Ever World Music and Tourism Festival Celebrating Congo’s Rumba Legacy
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is preparing for a momentous celebration of music, culture, and heritage as…
African Countries Shine at WSIS+20 High-Level Forum with Groundbreaking Tech Innovations
Africa took a commanding role at the WSIS+20 High-Level Event in Geneva, where four African nations were honored…
From Sidewalks to Screens: How Informal Traders Are Going Digital Across Africa
In markets buzzing with conversation and color, a quiet transformation is underway. Across Africa’s informal economy, traders once…
Zimbabwe Karate Team Shines with Eight-Medal Haul at AUSC Region 5 Games
The Zimbabwe karate team returned home to a hero’s welcome on Sunday following a stellar performance at the…
Ghana to Digitize 16,000 Public Services as Part of Ambitious E-Government Expansion
Ghana is preparing to launch one of its most ambitious digital initiatives yet, with plans to integrate over…
Where Nature Draws Circles: The Mystery of Namibia’s Fairy Circles
Scattered across the golden grasslands of the Namib Desert, stretching from southern Angola to northern South Africa, lies…
Looted Benin Artifacts Return to Nigeria
Two artifacts from Benin that were stolen during the British invasion of the Kingdom of Benin in 1897…
The Clever Girl of the Sands: A North African Folktale of Wisdom and Courage
In the golden dunes of North Africa, where the Sahara stretches like a sea of silence and the…
Africa Launches SEWA Satellite System to Strengthen Climate Resilience Across the Continent
Africa is taking a major leap forward in its climate resilience efforts with the launch of SEWA (Space…
Nigeria and France Launch €38 Million Digital Education Project to Modernize Universities
In a landmark move to transform Nigeria’s higher education system, the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Agence…
When Hackers Save Lives: Inside Tunisia’s Medical Tech Hackathons
A group of young engineers, doctors, and programmers gather around laptops, working against the clock. Their objective? to…
Ethiopia Secures $1 Billion World Bank Funding to Boost Economic Reforms
Ethiopia has signed a $1 billion financing agreement with the World Bank to support its economic reform program…
Côte d’Ivoire Launches Groundbreaking Digital Education Reform Starting in Preschool
In a bold move to prepare the next generation for a digital future, Côte d’Ivoire will introduce Information…
Former South African Deputy President David Mabuza Dies at 64
South Africa’s former deputy president, David Mabuza, a key political figure who played a pivotal role in President…
The Dakar Rally: Africa’s Legendary Off-Road Race A Test of Endurance, Culture, and African Spirit
The Dakar Rally was more than just a race for almost thirty years; it was a celebration of…
ATM Pushes for Name Change from South Africa to Azania, Citing Colonial Legacy
A bold proposal by the African Transformation Movement (ATM) and allied political parties is stirring national debate, as…
Djibouti Makes Digital History with Landmark National Digital Code
In a groundbreaking move that signals its growing ambitions in the digital space, Djibouti has officially adopted its…
Burundi at 63: Honoring the Past, Celebrating a Nation Reborn
On July 1, 1962, the sun rose on a free Burundi for the first time. After decades of…
A Nation Reunited: Celebrating Somalia’s Independence and the Unyielding Spirit of Unity
On July 1, 1960, two distant territories British Somaliland in the north and Italian Somaliland in the south…
The Day Rwanda Stood Tall: Remembering Independence and Reclaiming Unity
On July 1, 1962, a new type of sound filled the Rwandan hills: the joyous chants of a…
Africa U.S Business Summit Secures $2.5 Billion in New Deals, Highlights Strengthening Trade Ties
More than $2.5 billion in new agreements and investment commitments between African countries and U.S. stakeholders were reached…
Morocco’s Startup Ecosystem Surges with Record Funding in 2025
According to UM6P Ventures’ recently published 2024 Morocco Startup Ecosystem Report, Morocco’s startup scene is seeing a significant…
Uganda to Mandate Ethanol Blending in Petrol from January 2026 to Cut Fuel Costs and Emissions
Beginning in January 2026, all gasoline sold in Uganda will have to be blended with domestically produced ethanol,…
North Africa’s Economic Outlook Brightens as Egypt and Morocco Post Strong Growth in 2025
North African economies are showing renewed signs of resilience and accelerated growth in 2025, with Egypt and Morocco…