3-year-old Armane Madagascar boy now smiles without shame
Three-year-old Armane from rural Madagascar can now smile without shame, thanks to a life-changing cleft lip surgery provided by international charity Mercy Ships.
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African Mining Week 2025 to host global leaders shaping mineral economy
As African countries scale up collaboration with international mining companies to meet surging demand for minerals, African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 will provide a strategic platform to highlight the role of global players in advancing the continent’s mineral production goals.
Somaliland’s critical minerals offer to US might move the needle in favour of recognition
Bloomberg published an update late last month about Somaliland’s long-running quest for American recognition of its 1991 redeclaration of independence.
Nigeria beat Morocco to lift record 10th WAFCON
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have defeated the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco to lift their 10th Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
Egypt backs Sahel states in fight against terrorism, boosts economic ties
Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Confederation of Sahel States (ESA) in their fight against terrorism and efforts to consolidate sovereignty.
The Gambia: African Development Fund Approves $19.93 Million Grant to Tackle Fragility and Expand Opportunities for Rural Youth and Women
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved $19.93 million grant funding for the Resilience Building – Vulnerable Youth and Women Support Project, designed to improve access to basic social services for underserved communities in The Gambia.
Liberia salutes African Development Bank President Adesina in landmark Government session
Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai convened the full spectrum of his government leadership to hear from African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi Adesina, whom he lauded for a transformative decade at the helm of Africa’s premier development finance institution.
Ordeal discusses latest single ‘London Summers’, new EP ‘The Summer That Saved Me’ with Apple Music
Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Odeal joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his latest single “London Summers”. He also discusses his new EP ‘The Summer That Saved Me’, how experiencing different countries shaped his music, and how watching Burna Boy perform live influenced him to become an artist.
France hands over last military base to Senegal on Friday
The French government will return its last military base in Senegal, marking the final phase of the gradual withdrawal of the French Elements in Senegal (EFS).
ATIDI approves $84m counter-guarantee to support financing of Rwanda’s new international airport
ATIDI has approved a USD84 million counter-guarantee to support three local Rwandan banks and one regional bank in issuing bonds and guarantees totalling over USD322 million.