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Africa’s Economic Resilience Holds Firm Amid Global Headwinds, Says New African Development Bank (AfDB) Report

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Despite ongoing regional and global headwinds, Africa continues to demonstrate impressive resilience and maintains its status as a global growth frontier.

Senegal and Nigeria Deepen Energy Ties as Ministerial Visit Signals New Era of African Collaboration

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Senegal and Nigeria are strengthening bilateral energy cooperation following a high-level working visit by Senegal’s Minister of Energy Birame Soulèye Diop

West African Development Bank (BOAD) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) strengthen their strategic partnership to support development and job creation across West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU)

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The West African Development Bank (BOAD) (www.BOAD.org) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, held a high-level

Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Institute Announces New Book Titled ‘Essentials of Islamic Finance’

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The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org) has announced the publication of ‘Essentials of Islamic Finance’, a new book

Minister Diamantino Azevedo to Headline Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2026 as Angola Enters New Production Cycle

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Diamantino Azevedo, Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, will once again headline the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) Conference and Exhibition

Atlantic Energy Alliance to Ignite Brazil‑Africa Offshore Collaboration at African Energy Week (AEW) 2026

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Cross‑Atlantic energy partnerships are materializing into strategic ventures that could reshape offshore development across the South Atlantic Basin. At the

Caribbean Energy Week 2026 Ignites Regional Oil and Renewables Dialogue

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Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2026 kicked off in Paramaribo, Suriname, uniting government officials, investors and industry leaders to explore the region’s

Liquid Intelligent Technologies Announces Successful Pricing of New Senior Secured Notes Offering

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Liquid Telecommunications Financing plc (the “Issuer”), a subsidiary of Liquid Telecommunications Holdings Limited (the “Company), trading as Liquid

Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 Post Event Report Signals Shift from Ambition to Execution in Africa’s Green Economy

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The Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 post‑event report, released today, highlights a clear shift underway across Africa’s green and blue economy:

26 Years Strong: Canon’s Female Photojournalist Grant and Video Grant Now Accepting Applications

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Canon Europe (www.Canon-Europe.com), in partnership with Visa pour l’Image, announces two grants to support long-term documentary projects both in the

A New World Bank-Funded Program to Transform Forest Economies and Drive Jobs Opportunities for 60 million People around the Congo Basin

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Boosting forest value chains, supporting over 500 SMEs, and improving livelihoods for forest-dependent communities Read more African news and insights on

Wall Street falls, oil surges after Trump threatens more attacks on Iran

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Stocks slumped and oil prices soared Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed the U.S. will continue to attack Iran and failed to offer a clear timetable for ending the conflict in the Middle East.

Videos show explosions in central Iran as conflict with Israel intensifies

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Iran was hit by a powerful new wave of strikes on Wednesday when massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose over Baharestan, in the Esfahan region of central Iran.

From the Chrism Mass to the washing of the feet: Pope Leo’s first Easter season begins

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Pope Leo XIV begins his first Easter as pontiff by washing priests’ feet, following a tradition previously used by Pope Francis, while warning against domination in a troubled world.

Sixteen Kenyans missing in Russia after army recruitment

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More than 250 Kenyans have gone to fight for Russia in Ukraine, mostly willingly, Kenya's foreign minister says.

President Putin holds talks with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty in Moscow

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks in Moscow with Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, focusing on the war in the Middle East and economic cooperation.

Fally Ipupa marks 20 Years of Solo Career with Historic Stade de France Show [Interview]

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Fally Ipupa is celebrating 20 years of his solo career. For the occasion, he is releasing his eighth studio album, “XX", and inviting all music lovers to a major two-day celebration at the Stade de France on May 2 and 3.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia-China Relations Remain Model of South-South Cooperation, Say Officials

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia-China relations remain a model of South-South cooperation grounded in mutual respect and shared development goals, senior officials from the two countries reaffirmed.

Ethiopia: Green Legacy Initiative Model for Climate Resilience - Zambezi River Basin Secretary General

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's Green Legacy initiative is an exemplary model for mitigating climate change impacts and protecting the environment, Zambezi Watercourse Commission (ZAMCOM) Secretary-General Felix Ngamlagosi said.

Ethiopia: Eight Years On - Ethiopia's Economic Evolution Toward a Modern and Diversified Economy

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Over the past eight years, Ethiopia has undergone a far-reaching economic transformation, shifting from a restrictive and state-led model to a more enabling, resilient, diversified, and market-oriented economy, according to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister marking the eighth anniversary of the reform program.

Mozambique: UK Disbursed 79.9 Million Dollars for Water Supply Systems

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[AIM] Maputo -- The United Kingdom has disbursed 79.9 million US dollars to support Mozambique's water supply systems.

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