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An Africa AI Strategy Is a Means. Competitive Advantage Is the Goal

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By Roger Jantio Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

The Top National Parks Keeping Nature Affordable for Locals

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National parks are among the world’s great shared spaces, but the cost of entering them can vary dramatically depending on who is visiting. Read more African

America’s Visa Bond Becomes Permanent on August 3. Africa Will Feel It Most

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On August 3, the United States will make its Visa Bond Program permanent. Under the State Department’s final rule, otherwise qualified applicants for B-1

South African ballet competition inspires a new generation of young dancers

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Organizers say the competition continues to broaden access to ballet, helping develop a more diverse generation of performers while raising South Africa's profile on the international stage.

African Development Bank and Standard Bank Group Seal USD 332 Million (ZAR 5.4 billion) Deal to Boost South Africa SME Financing

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Deal marks Africa's first DFI-supported social Flac instrument listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

DR Congo's case against Rwanda moves ahead as World Court sets timetable

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The International Court of Justice has set the timetable for the Democratic Republic of Congo's case accusing Rwanda of violating international law. Kinshasa must file its arguments by October 2027, with Kigali's response due in December 2028.

The UN and The Cost of Africa’s Divisions

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As former Senegalese President Macky Sall seeks to persuade United Nations member states that he can embody a renewed vision of multilateralism, the greatest

Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president

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Former Benin president Patrice Talon has been elected the country's first Senate president, months after leaving office. The new upper chamber, created under a constitutional reform, places Talon at the helm of a key institution despite stepping down after two presidential terms.

In2IT Technologies Recognised As Huawei Network Partner Of The Year

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In2IT Technologies, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has been recognised as Huawei's Network Partner of the Year at Huawei South Africa Connect

Empact Group Volunteers Pull 520kg Of Waste From The Umgeni River in Mandela Day

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Volunteers from Empact Group and its catering division Feedem removed 160 bags of waste, weighing a combined 520kg, from the Umgeni River and Beachwood

Congo isolates 200 river boat passengers as Ebola response intensifies

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The Democratic Republic of Congo has tested and isolated about 200 passengers from a river boat intercepted in Kinshasa after a traveller died of suspected Ebola. Africa CDC says the move is aimed at containing the outbreak as authorities weigh broader vaccination efforts.

Women’s Month: From Graduate Trainee To HR Professional – Thandolwethu Nkosi’s Journey of Growth

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When Thandolwethu Nolwazi Nkosi joined Engen's Graduate Development Programme in April 2024, she was eager to begin her professional journey. Just under two

Thousands of migrants still in Ceuta after border crisis, local leader says

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The Spanish territory's mayor-president also says 100 deaths occurred as a result of 78,000 migrants crossing from neighbouring Morocco.

Does Africa still back Infantino as Fifa president?

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The African confederation has yet to take an official stance, but where do the key African footballing nations stand on the Infantino saga?

Ghana opposition protests over claims of ‘democracy under attack’

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Ghana’s main opposition party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has staged protests accusing the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of undermining democracy, restricting free speech and targeting political opponents.

Real Madrid sign Diomande from RB Leipzig

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Real Madrid sign Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from German side RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to 140m euros (£120m).

Haiti pushes ahead with elections despite gang violence

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Haiti has expanded voter registration as the government presses ahead with long-delayed elections despite worsening gang violence. While Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé says the state is fully mobilised, many voters fear insecurity could undermine the credibility of the ballot.

African Development Bank And Standard Bank Group Seal USD 332 Million Deal To Boost South Africa SME Financing

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The African Development Bank has invested USD 332 million (ZAR 5.4 billion) in a capital markets security issued by Standard Bank Group Limited, Africa's

Missing persons office opens in Ceuta as families search for migrants after border surge

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The surge saw around 72,000 migrants enter Ceuta in recent days, though authorities say all but a few thousand have since returned to Morocco.

What America’s Permanent Visa Bond Means For Africa

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By Richard T. Herman Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

African Markets Rally With Nigeria’s Stock Exchange Leading The World

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By Eric Osiakwan Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

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