DAKAR, Senegal — It’s been a tumultuous month for France and its relationship with former colonies in Africa, as its influence on the continent faces the biggest challenge in decades. As Paris was devising a new military strategy that would sharply reduce its permanent troop presence in Africa, two of its closest allies struck a […]
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The first leg of the final round of the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 qualifiers delivered an exciting mix of results on Sunday, setting the stage for dramatic second-leg clashes. In a highly anticipated West African derby, Cote d’Ivoire secured a commanding 2-0 win over Burkina Faso. Oumar Konaté’s brace at the Stade Félix
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A clinical psychologist offers research-backed ways to work through grief and support grieving friends and family members during the holidays. The holiday season, often considered a time of joy and togetherness, can also be one of the most challenging periods for those who are grieving a loss. Nearly 95% of people who have experienced loss
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — 22 December 2024 – The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) congratulates the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) on its historic milestone of earning the WHO’s Maturity Level 3 (ML3) designation for medicines regulation, marking Egypt as the first African nation to achieve this status for both medicines and
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Office of the United States Trade Representative “Based on the results of the annual African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) eligibility review, which included a public hearing in July that was chaired by the Office of the United States Trade Representative, President Biden has determined to maintain AGOA benefits for each country currently eligible under
Local media reported the killing of journalist Hanan Adam and her brother, following an attack by the RSF in the rural area of al-Madina in al-Gezira state. Her employer, al-Midan newspaper, released a statement mourning Adam’s loss and praising her journalistic activities. She also worked for the Ministry of Culture and Information in al-Gezira state,
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A European Union rule designed to cut greenhouse gas emissions from shipping is about to start adding to the industry’s fuel bills. The FuelEU Maritime regulation, coming into force January 1, requires a 2 percent reduction in the greenhouse gas intensity of energy used by vessels. That’s set to add to the industry’s costs, though
Delivered on 28 November 2024 It is an absolute honour to stand in front of you today to talk about the sweet moments with Nuru Mugambi. Nuru whose name means light, was a light to our organisation New Faces New Voices Kenya. Nuru was the perfect strategic executor navigating complex problems using the art of
By Korkor Cudjoe, Senior Manager, Entrepreneurship Programme As the year draws to a close, it offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on our achievements, insights, and challenges within the Women Creating Wealth (WCW) and Graça Machel Trust (GMT) Entrepreneurship Development Programme. These reflections not only showcase our progress but also help identify areas for growth
One woman is making significant strides in Senegal’s agri-food sector. Meet Aissatou Fall, the director of AF Goods and Services. Her company operates in the agri-food value chain, focusing on storage logistics and unprocessed commodities. Aissatou founded her company without specific entrepreneurial skills. However, she has transformed her business thanks to the Women Creating Wealth
