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Armed Conflict in Ethiopia Threatens Ancient Monasteries
Ongoing armed conflict in Ethiopia is posing a severe threat to the country’s ancient Christian monasteries, which house invaluable historical manuscripts and religious artifacts....
Africa CDC Calls for Increased Funding to Combat Ebola Outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has called for immediate financial support to combat the ongoing Ebola outbreak on the...
Kenyans Mark Anniversary of Deadly Protests
Kenyans have gathered to mark the anniversary of deadly anti-government protests that shook the nation. Memorial services and peaceful assemblies were held to honor...
Africa CDC: Ebola Outbreak Serious but Not Out of Control
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has classified the ongoing Ebola outbreak as a serious public health concern, though officials...
Ethiopian Prime Minister’s Party Wins National Election
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ruling Prosperity Party has secured a landslide victory in the country's national parliamentary election. The National Election Board of...
Designer Mzukisi Mbane on Building a Modern African Fashion Brand Rooted in Heritage
South African fashion designer Mzukisi Mbane, founder of the luxury brand Imprint South Africa, is gaining international recognition for creating a modern fashion identity...
Ghana Pushes for Concrete Reparations for Transatlantic Slavery
Ghana is leading a renewed African effort to demand concrete reparations from European nations for the transatlantic slave trade. President Nana Akufo-Addo has emphasized...
Evaluating the Opportunities and Challenges of Investing in African Startups
Africa's startup ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, driven by a young, tech-savvy population and increasing digitalization across the continent. Despite attracting significant venture capital...
Cape Town Addresses Overtourism and the Impact of Short-Term Rentals
Cape Town is facing growing challenges from overtourism, prompting intense scrutiny of the city's short-term vacation rental market. Local residents and housing advocates argue...
Key Venture Capital Trends in Africa
Venture capital activity in Africa is undergoing a notable shift as investors adapt to changing global economic conditions. While fintech continues to secure the...
How Nigerian Fintech Startup Moniepoint Achieved Unicorn Status
Nigerian fintech startup Moniepoint has officially reached unicorn status after securing $110 million in a Series C funding round. Led by Development Partners International,...
Bloomberg Names 25 African Startups to Watch, Focusing on Fintech Unicorn Moniepoint
Bloomberg’s Next Africa initiative has highlighted 25 promising African startups, placing a spotlight on the Nigerian fintech company Moniepoint. Recently achieving unicorn status after...
Fatal Fire Destroys Dormitory at Girls’ Boarding School in Kenya
A devastating nighttime fire has destroyed a dormitory at a girls' boarding school in Kenya, resulting in multiple fatalities and leaving several others injured....
Ousmane Sonko Elected Speaker of Senegal’s Parliament
Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has been elected as the speaker of the country's National Assembly. This development follows the decisive victory of the...
Ghana Begins Repatriation of Citizens From South Africa Following Xenophobic Attacks
The government of Ghana has commenced the repatriation of its citizens from South Africa following a wave of xenophobic violence. The decision comes in...
Whistleblower Claims USAID Program Was Shut Down to Appease Elon Musk
A whistleblower has alleged that recent operational suspensions at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) were implemented primarily to satisfy the expectations...
Ghana Introduces Free E-Visa System for African Citizens
Ghana has introduced a free electronic visa (e-visa) system for citizens of African nations to facilitate easier travel across the continent. The initiative aims...
Marie Lora-Mungai Introduces Business Handbook for African Creatives
A new business handbook authored by industry expert Marie Lora-Mungai aims to assist African creatives in navigating the commercial complexities of the continent's rapidly...
Ghana Launches New E-Visa System to Boost Tourism and Business
Ghana has officially launched a new electronic visa (e-visa) system aimed at streamlining entry requirements for international visitors. The initiative is designed to simplify...
Markets Rise and Oil Prices Fall Following Iran Deal; Ebola Outbreak Disrupts Regional Flights
Global financial markets have risen while oil prices experienced a downturn following the announcement of a new diplomatic agreement involving Iran. Concurrently, international flight...
