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United States (U.S.) Secretary of Energy Chris Wright is back to Powering Africa Summit 2026 to discuss energy access and clean cooking

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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright will return to Powering Africa Summit (PAS), taking place in Washington, D.C. on 19-20 March 2026, where he will take

Angola Delivers Third FIFA- and Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)-Compliant Stadium in Five Months

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Last week, the Government of Angola has inaugurated the new Huambo Stadium Daniel Cassoma Lutucuta, a 10,000-seat multi-purpose sports facility, delivered by

The Central African Republic has launched a high-quality digitization project

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A historic step in the modernization of the Central African Republic's public administration. With the official launch of the Dûnîa digital platform, an

African Development Bank Group approves €6.5 million investment in Saviu II fund to support technology start-ups in Francophone West and Central Africa

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The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) today approved an investment of 6.5 million euros in the Saviu II fund in order to

Vantage Capital leads R635m investment into SolarAfrica Energy

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Vantage Capital (www.VantageCapital.co.za), Africa’s largest mezzanine debt fund manager, announced that it has made a R635m investment into Commercial Energy

Ghana: Lordina Foundation gifts Asukawkaw community a Maternity & Children’s Health Facility

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The First Lady and President of the Lordina Foundation, H.E. Lordina Dramani Mahama, on Saturday inaugurated a newly built maternity and child health facility

SEED Project and Partners Advance U.S.–Africa Youth Talent Combine and Sports Careers Summit After Stakeholder Roundtable in Los Angeles

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Charlotte set as flagship city for dual-track sports and careers initiative

Ethiopia marks battle of Adwa anniversary amid rising tensions with Eritrea

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With full military pomp, Ethiopia has marked the 130th anniversary of the historic Battle of Adwa, celebrating its 1896 victory over invading Italian forces, a triumph that ensured the country was never colonized and remains a powerful symbol of national pride.

West Africa: Nigeria Extends Shea Export Ban to Boost Local Processing

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[Daba Finance] Nigeria has extended its ban on the export of raw shea nuts for another year, reinforcing its push to expand domestic processing and retain more value from one of its key agricultural commodities.

Africa: South Africa's Hex Battery Energy Storage System Is Delivering Energy Solutions That Africa Can Scale

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[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The alarm goes off at 4:47 a.m in Pieter Loubser's farmhouse in Worcester, South Africa. In the dairy barns, his cattle are already stirring --their internal rhythms demand a consistent milking schedule every single day.

Congo-Brazzaville gears up for controversial March 15 presidential election

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Since late February, the Republic of Congo has been alive with the March 15 presidential campaign. Among seven candidates, incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso was the first to launch his bid, drawing massive crowds at a rally in Pointe-Noire, the country’s economic capital.

Africa: Northern Africa OTF 2026 - Huawei joins operators to launch Northern Africa Digital Operation Transformation Pioneer Club 2.0

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[Huawei] On March 1, Huawei Northern Africa OTF (Operations Transformation Forum) 2026 was successfully held in Barcelona, Spain. With the theme ''Unified Entry & All Intelligent Operations Ignite New Growth'' the event gathered over 100 representatives from governments, operators, and industry organizations to discuss the digital and intelligent transformation of African operators and share best practices.

Why Africa’s Next Big Export Is Artificial Intelligence, Not Raw Materials

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I've been fortunate to invest in several AI funding rounds—from pre-seed to Series B to F—and to see up close how billions have flowed into algorithms so

South African TV personality who planned to take his life dies aged 61

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Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

Powering Innovation and Economic Growth in Africa

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What makes this moment different is not only the volume of startups, but the strength of the ecosystems around them. Universities, investors, regulators, and

Drone attack targets DRC's strategic Kisangani airport

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Provincial authorities in Tshopo said the attack took place on Sunday and blamed the anti-government M23 armed group, which is backed by neighbouring Rwanda. According to officials, four “kamikaze drones loaded with submunitions” were launched at the airport but were intercepted and shot down.

Guinea's Doumbouya 'in good health' advisors say after questions over ongoing absence

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Guinean President Mamady Doumbouya, who has been absent from the country for more than two weeks, is in "good health", authorities told local media Monday, as speculation swirled surrounding his medical fitness.

At least 169 people killed in South Sudan attack

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Peacekeepers are sheltering about 1,000 civilians near their base and providing emergency care.

Nigeria: State Visit - Nigerians in UK Mobilise Support for Tinubu

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[Vanguard] Nigerians in the UK are set to welcome President Bola Tinubu on his forthcoming state visit to the country.

South Africa: From Negotiation to Nationhood - SA Celebrates 30 Years of the Constitution

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[SAnews.gov.za] Thirty years after South Africa chose the rule of law over division and human rights over rule by exclusion, the country on Monday began the commemoration of 30 Years of the Constitution - a world-renowned document born from negotiation, compromise and public participation on an unprecedented scale.

Nigeria: Prioritise Welfare of Nigerians First, Angaye Tells Political Leaders

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[Leadership] Professor Gesiye Angaye, has called on Nigerian political leaders to prioritise the welfare of citizens, expressing concern over what he described as a serious moral and governance crisis in the country.

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