African Leaders Gather in South Korea for Korea-Africa Summit
Forty-eight African leaders have converged in South Korea for the Korea-Africa summit, including Kenya’s President William Ruto, Rwanda’s Paul Kagame, and Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu. High on South Korea’s agenda are Africa’s rich mineral resources and its vast export market potential. The summit will discuss aid for industrial infrastructure and digital transformation. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s […]
Bridging Gender Equality in Africa
Women and girls bear the brunt of domestic and care responsibilities, are less likely to be employed in the formal sector, and even when they are, they earn lower wages.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa Calls for Unity as ANC Loses Majority in Historic Election
The main opposition, the Democratic Alliance (DA), secured 21.6 percent of the vote, while uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK), a new party led by former president and ANC leader Jacob Zuma, captured 14.7 percent, further eroding the ANC’s voter base.
Dengue Cases Surge Globally: WHO Reports Over 7.6 Million Cases in 2024
As of April 30, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) has reported over 7.6 million dengue cases worldwide, including 3.4 million confirmed cases, over 16,000 severe cases, and more than 3,000 deaths. This alarming rise in dengue cases is part of a broader trend observed over the last five years, with the increase being particularly […]
Kenya Becomes Fourth African Nation to Achieve Major Non-NATO Ally Status, Strengthening US Ties
The announcement was made by US President Joe Biden, during Kenyan President William Ruto’s historic state visit to the US in May 2024. The visit included bilateral talks on key issues, including the anticipated deployment of Kenyan police officers to Haiti.
Kenya’s Ruto Intensifies Campaign for African Development Fund Replenishment
The African Development Fund is the concessional financing window of the African Development Bank Group.
What next after Court barred Zuma from vying
The electoral commission confirmed that Zuma’s name would be removed from MK’s list of parliamentary candidates, although his image will remain on the ballot papers alongside the party’s logo.
Why Biden Called Ruto for a State Visit and What it Means for Africa
President Ruto’s visit is seen as a reward for his steadfast support of Washington’s security missions in war-torn regions such as Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Malawian President Chakwera Calls for Increased Investment in Human Capital Across Africa to spur growth
He stressed the need for African countries to develop robust education systems that equip their populations to tackle contemporary challenges and thrive in sectors with the greatest potential for rapid and inclusive economic growth.
Why Africa’s Education Revolution Is Key to Agenda 2063 Goals
May 21, 2024 – Africa’s ambitious goal of a prosperous continent driven by inclusive growth and sustainable development hinges significantly on substantial investments in education. Aspiration 1 of Agenda 2063 emphasizes the need for an education and skills revolution, focusing on innovation, science, and technology to develop human and social capital. Despite notable progress in […]