Recent developments in Ghana during the inauguration of President John Mahama have raised more questions than answers about the current state of affairs on the African continent. Critics, analysts, communication practitioners, and political commentators have described it as a bold move to allow a military leader to witness the swearing-in of a democratically elected president […]
Senegal coach Souleymane Diallo says it is important not to be overwhelmed by the pressure of being champions The tactician talks about his team’s meticulous and structured preparation a few weeks before the start of the competition He also talks about the strategic importance of the CHAN for the development of domestic football Successor to
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In navigating Africa’s journey towards energy security and economic growth, the enormous benefits of its fossil fuels remain undisputed. Africa has over 125 billion barrels of proven crude oil reserves and hundreds of trillions of cubic feet of established gas reserves, with more discoveries emerging across the continent. This natural resource continues to power industries,
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Millions of Africans have emigrated to Europe, America, and other parts of the world. This emigration is driven by both push and pull factors — economic challenges, political instability, conflicts, and the pursuit of better job opportunities and more accessible social services. Despite often being stringent in their immigration policies, receiving countries have found ways
Kampala — The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Isaac dos Anjos, stressed Thursday in Kampala, Uganda, the need to reform the continent’s agricultural sector with the aim of industrializing products locally to avoid exporting raw materials. The Angolan minister made the statement to the press after opening the first ministerial session of the African Union
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·Places 94th with access to 46 destinations The latest Henley Passport Index has ranked Nigeria’s passport 94th out of 199 countries, underscoring the country’s persistent challenges in global mobility. The ranking released yesterday shows that holders of Nigerian passports can access just 46 destinations around the globe without a visa. Global mobility is an important
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Nairobi — Africa’s agriculture ministers are meeting in Uganda this week to discuss the best way to transform the continent’s food production systems. The ministers hope to agree on a 10-year action plan to reduce Africa’s reliance on food from outside the continent and adapt its farming practices to climate change and modern technology. The
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China has reiterated its opposition to foreign interference in the internal affairs of African nations. This is even as it pledged unwavering support for the African Union (AU) and other sub-regional organisations in their quest to address the continent’s challenges through dialogue and homegrown solutions. The Chinese foreign minister, Wang Yi, made the statement during
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President Emmanuel Macron Tuesday faced accusations from France’s remaining allies in West Africa of showing contempt towards Africans and from the left at home of neo-colonialism after lamenting that African countries “forgot to say thank you” for France’s decade-long military deployment to fight an Islamist insurgency. France has been on the back foot in its
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No fewer than 400 golfers from about 10 African countries will converge on Abuja to compete in the 26th edition of the IBB Amateur Ladies Open. The tournament is scheduled for February 13 to 17 at the prestigious IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja. Speaking on the event, Dame Julie Donli, OON, Lady Captain
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