‘Humanitarian aid in Sudan is constantly being blocked by all the belligerents’
With the international community having pledged more than €2 billion in funding for Sudan at a humanitarian conference in Paris…
Muslim pupil loses UK court bid over Michaela school prayer rituals ban
Student took legal action against London school, saying policy was discriminatory and ‘uniquely’ affected her faith. A Muslim pupil in…
Africa: Leaders Need to Break the Chokehold of Debt and Austerity. Our Health Depends On It
Washington DC — As leaders gather for the Spring Meetings of the IMF and World Bank amid the cherry blossom…
Towards Universal Access to Energy: Enabling a Multi-Technology approach in a Mini-Grid Environment – Africa.com
ENGIE Energy Access (www.ENGIE-EnergyAccess.com) is pleased to share the publication of its white paper, “Towards Universal Access to Energy: Enabling…
Will Israel respond to Iran’s first-ever direct attack?
The Israeli government says it’s weighing its options amid calls from allies to de-escalate tensions. The smoke has cleared and…
French-speaking West Africa: Big opportunities to invest in small businesses
Evelyne Dioh Simpa Interview with Evelyne Dioh SimpaMANAGING DIRECTOR, WIC CAPITAL Lives in: Dakar, Senegal WIC Capital invests in women-led…
Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish
Organisers of the Beijing half marathon are investigating allegations that three African athletes deliberately allowed China’s star runner He Jie…
UN sounds alarm over influx of Sudan refugees to neighbouring countries
Issued on: 15/04/2024 – 17:52Modified: 15/04/2024 – 18:05 01:30 More than 2 million of the 8.6 million displaced people in…
Africa: Reflecting On the Launch of the New Women Creating Wealth Agricultural Value Chains Programme
On the 4th April 2024, the Women Creating Wealth team proudly unveiled its Agricultural Value Chains Programme in collaboration with…
Rainford Kalaba: Former Zambia captain ‘critical but stable’ after fatal crash
Former Zambia captain Rainford Kalaba is in a “critical but stable” condition following a fatal road accident on Saturday, according…
The Bahamas
The Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed the Agreement for The Bahamas…
US will not help Israel retaliate against Iran, but seeks to increase funds
Biden’s decision comes after Iran launched the attack over a suspected Israeli strike on its embassy compound in Syria on…
Israel’s past defiance in spotlight as US calls for Iran attack restraint
Washington, DC – The response from US President Joe Biden’s administration to Iran’s historic missile and drone attack on Israel…
Eritrean Naval Force Concludes Sports Competition – Africa.com
The Eritrean Naval Force’s sports competition, which has been ongoing for the past three months, concluded with enthusiasm on 13…
Several killed after landslides hit Indonesia’s Sulawesi island
Emergency response efforts have been complicated by poor weather conditions and damaged roads brought about by the disaster. At least…
A year of suffering for Sudanese women and girls – Africa.com
Sudan’s current conflict, which marks its one year point this week, is having a devastating impact on the people of…
She Was Kidnapped a Decade Ago With 275 Girls. Finally, She Escaped.
Saratu Dauda had been kidnapped. It was 2014, she was 16, and she was in a truck packed with her…
Africa Live: Tanzania floods kill nearly 60 in two weeks – BBC News
Africa Live: Tanzania floods kill nearly 60 in two weeks – BBC News BreakingBreaking news Close breaking news Summary April…
Iran launches air attack on Israel, with drones ‘hours’ away
US and Israel confirm that an aerial attack on Israeli territory is under way as Jordan and Iraq close their…
Africa: How (Not) to Talk About Sex in Africa
It is time the LGBTQ+ coalition changed its strategy on the continent. Considering the urgency with which authorities in a…
Africa: Risch, Coons Introduce Legislation to Renew Trade Partnership Between U.S. and Sub-Saharan African Countries
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Chris Coons (D-Del.),…
Protesters in Niger Call for U.S. Military Exit as Russian Force Arrives
Thousands of protesters gathered in the capital of Niger on Saturday called for the withdrawal of U.S. armed forces personnel…
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Reaches Staff-Level Agreement on the Second Review of the Extended Credit Facility with Ghana – Africa.com
IMF staff and the Ghanaian authorities have reached staff-level agreement on economic policies and reforms to conclude the second review…
Iran’s IRGC seizes ‘Israeli-linked’ ship near Strait of Hormuz
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, IRGC forces conducted an operation via helicopter to take control of the commercial vessel, state media reports.…
Economic fallout of Sudan war deepens hunger crisis for millions – Africa.com
Sudan’s war has claimed thousands of lives, forced millions from their homes, and sparked economic turmoil across the region that…
Ecuadorian tribunal deems arrest of former Vice President Glas illegal
But the three-member panel also upheld his ongoing imprisonment, arguing it could not ‘modify’ his sentence. The defence team for…
Worsening hunger grips West and Central Africa amid persistent conflict and economic turmoil – Africa.com
Nearly 55 million people in West and Central Africa will struggle to feed themselves in the June-August 2024 lean season,…
In world first, Nigeria introduces new 5-in-1 vaccine against meningitis – Africa.com
In a historic move, Nigeria has become the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine (called…
In Brazil, an abortion debate pits feminists against the church
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – In 2019, Mariana Leal de Souza, a 39-year-old Black woman living outside Brazil’s largest city,…
Eliud Kipchoge ‘expects’ to win third Olympic Games marathon
Kipchoge will turn 40 in November and he would not be drawn when asked if he could race at the…
Africa: Libya Emerges Africa’s Highest Oil Producer As Nigeria’s Output Drops 6.8 Percent to 1.23 Mbpd
Libya has emerged as the highest crude oil producer in Africa following the drop of Nigeria’s output by 6.8 per…
Africa: Hunger and Malnutrition Surging Across West and Central Africa, Says Report
Violence, economic turmoil, climate change and shrinking humanitarian assistance among factors propelling food insecurity Dialo Koumba knew the violence spreading…
Africa: Worsening Hunger Grips West and Central Africa Amid Persistent Conflict and Economic Turmoil
Dakar — Nearly 55 million people in West and Central Africa will struggle to feed themselves in the June-August 2024…
Food Security
Sudan is the largest agricultural producer in Africa and the Middle East, and seen as a potential “breadbasket” for the…
Africa: Food Security and Food Safety in Africa Must Go Hand in Hand
Lusaka, Zambia — Monica Musonda, CEO, Java Foods, and Board Member, Partners in Food Solutions (PFS) Russia’s invasion of Ukraine…
Africa: Can We Have Our Food, and Equality Too?
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — The world faces a daunting challenge: securing food for a growing global population while navigating…
Singapore’s economy misses forecasts with 2.7 percent growth
City-state’s performance is closely watched as a barometer of global economic conditions. Singapore’s economy grew slower than expected in the…
The Bahamas to Host 2024 Afreximbank Annual Meetings and AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum – Africa.com
The Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (https://www.Afreximbank.com/) have today signed the Agreement for The…
As US inflation ticks back up, it could impact the presidential election
Wednesday’s “disappointing” inflation data in the United States showed a jump from February, dampening expectations of an interest rate cut…
Africa: Artificial Intelligence to Contribute $1.2 Trillion to Africa’s Economy – Microsoft
Microsoft has projected that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will add about $1.2 trillion to Africa’s economy by the year 2030. This…
Africa Still in the Fight – Eradicating Malaria Remains a Top Priority
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Years of progress in the fight against malaria have been disrupted, but there is still…
Nigerian Fashion Moves Beyond the Catwalk
LAGOS, Nigeria — For the past decade, Nigeria’s best-known ambassadors have, arguably, been its musicians: Burna Boy, WizKid, Davido, Tiwa…
Singapore tightens rules for expat workers with an eye on local discontent
Singapore – One of the world’s most open economies is attempting a delicate balancing act. On the one hand, the…
Getting Dressed for the ‘Muslim Met Gala’
Washington Square Park is known for its lively atmosphere and eclectic characters. That was no different on Wednesday morning, when…
Jacob Zuma, South Africa’s Scandal-Ridden Ex-President, Is Running Again
Jacob Zuma, who resigned as South Africa’s president in shame in 2018, is now staging his biggest comeback act yet…
Empowering Communities: Workshop on Livelihood Assessment for Dusornu Community Resource Management Area (CREMA) in Ghana – Africa.com
From the 8th to the 12th of April 2024 in Ghana, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and…
Nigeria and Zambia women seal final Olympic Games spots
Nigeria boss Randy Waldrum has warned his side must prepare professionally to be able to challenge for a medal at…
Why are British farmers pleading for a universal basic income?
A new lobby group in the United Kingdom is calling for a universal basic income (UBI) for all British farmers…
Africa: Joint Press Release – International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Urges Support for Conflict Victims: ‘We Cannot Let Sudan Become Another Forgotten Crisis’
Port Sudan/Nairobi/Geneva – One year of conflict in Sudan is taking a devastating human toll. Over 8 million people have…