Africa

How Weapons Supplies to Africa Could Transform the Regional Landscape: Analysts Weigh In
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently revealed that Ukraine has finalized agreements with several African nations to export surplus military equipment originally manufactured for the Armed...

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Politics Today
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently revealed that Ukraine has finalized agreements with several African nations to export surplus military equipment originally manufactured for the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). These transactions involve what are termed “controlled exports,” focusing on weaponry types that the Ukrainian military currently has in ample supply. Despite these official channels, Ukrainian...

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Unlocking Africa’s Potential: How Digital Nomads and Global Mobility Are Transforming Investment Opportunities
In May, I highlighted first-time entrepreneurs who relocated from Lagos, Nigeria, aiming to enhance their global mobility to attract investment. They believed that being closer...

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Tech
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In May, I highlighted first-time entrepreneurs who relocated from Lagos, Nigeria, aiming to enhance their global mobility to attract investment. They believed that being closer to international investors would increase their chances of securing funding. For venture capitalists, the ability to move and engage across borders is equally vital. In regions like Europe or the...

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Africa’s Digital Revolution Shines Bright at GITEX Nigeria 2025: A Glimpse into the Continent’s Tech-Powered Future
GITEX Nigeria 2025 was far more than a typical technology conference; it marked a powerful declaration of Africa’s emerging role in the worldwide innovation landscape....

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Tech
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GITEX Nigeria 2025 was far more than a typical technology conference; it marked a powerful declaration of Africa’s emerging role in the worldwide innovation landscape. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as visionaries, startup founders, and international tech pioneers united to demonstrate that Africa is not merely a consumer of technology but a vibrant creator of...

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From Solving Egypt’s COVID Test Kit Shortage to Revolutionizing Africa’s Diagnostic Crisis: Her Consortium Leads the Charge
When Egypt confirmed its initial COVID-19 infection on February 14, 2020, the nation immediately grappled with a severe scarcity of PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing...

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When Egypt confirmed its initial COVID-19 infection on February 14, 2020, the nation immediately grappled with a severe scarcity of PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing kits. Disruptions in global supply chains combined with unprecedented demand caused delays and inflated costs for imports. Despite receiving aid from the UK in mid-2020, the testing infrastructure remained insufficient...

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African Innovators Lead the Charge for Breakthrough Homegrown Health Solutions
African visionaries and policymakers have emphasized that the continent’s destiny should be crafted through indigenous innovation and leadership, regardless of external financial support. This message...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

African visionaries and policymakers have emphasized that the continent’s destiny should be crafted through indigenous innovation and leadership, regardless of external financial support. This message was central to a prominent side event titled “African-led Innovation: Shaping Sustainable Futures with or without Aid” held during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The event, co-organized by eHealth...

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Japan Suspends Africa Exchange Program Amid Controversy Over False Immigration Allegations | Migration News
False information and populist discourse spark concern, leading to the cancellation of a cultural program aimed at fostering international connections. Published On 25 Sep 202525...

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International News
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False information and populist discourse spark concern, leading to the cancellation of a cultural program aimed at fostering international connections. Published On 25 Sep 202525 Sep 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Japan’s international aid organization has decided to terminate a cultural exchange program with African nations following a wave of...

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How SeerBit’s Fintech Innovation is Reopening Etsy’s Doors to African Sellers
Earlier this year, Etsy’s decision to discontinue support for African sellers abruptly severed thousands of entrepreneurs from international marketplaces. This move was not driven by...

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Tech
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Earlier this year, Etsy’s decision to discontinue support for African sellers abruptly severed thousands of entrepreneurs from international marketplaces. This move was not driven by a lack of consumer interest-buyers in Europe and the U.S. had shown strong enthusiasm for African artisanal products, ranging from beaded jewelry to vibrant wax prints-but rather by the absence...

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Billionaire Industrialist Oskar Ibru: Visionary Chairman and Heir Leading the Ibru Organisation to New Heights
Oskar Ibru, the billionaire industrialist and chairman of the Ibru Organisation, as well as a prominent scion of the renowned Ibru family, has died at...

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Oskar Ibru, the billionaire industrialist and chairman of the Ibru Organisation, as well as a prominent scion of the renowned Ibru family, has died at 67 following a short illness. For many years, Oskar upheld the legacy of a vast business empire established by his father, Olorogun Michael Ibru, which encompasses sectors such as shipping,...

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Tinubu Urges Africa to Stop Exporting Raw Materials and Build Thriving Manufacturing Industries
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has advocated for a fundamental restructuring of the global financial systems that oversee Africa’s mineral wealth. He emphasized the urgent need...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has advocated for a fundamental restructuring of the global financial systems that oversee Africa’s mineral wealth. He emphasized the urgent need for African countries to independently fund their mineral industries and take command of the continent’s role within international supply chains for these resources. “Firstly, I call on African nations to...

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7 Million Africans Unlock $2 Billion in Credit Power with M-KOPA Over 15 Years – Report
M-KOPA, a leading pan-African fintech company, has empowered over 7 million customers across five countries, facilitating more than $2 billion in credit since its inception...

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Tech
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M-KOPA, a leading pan-African fintech company, has empowered over 7 million customers across five countries, facilitating more than $2 billion in credit since its inception in 2010, according to the company’s latest report. What started 15 years ago as a venture selling pay-as-you-go solar energy kits in Kenya has evolved into a dynamic fintech platform....

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