Author: Musah Inuwa

The College Board, a non-profit organization responsible for administering the SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) tests, has announced its plan to offer new AP courses focused on African American studies. This initiative forms part of a broader strategy aimed at amplifying racial education within American schools as a means to challenge systemic stereotypes and institutional racism.

Ethiopia’s national election has been dominated by the ruling Prosperity Party via sweeping success, as confirmed by the country’s electoral body. The party, led by incumbent Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, has secured 410 out of the available 547 seats in the parliamentary polls, attributing him another five-year tenure.

Namibia mourns the loss of its long-standing leader and president, Hage Geingob, following an announcement from the presidency confirming his death at the age of 82 years old.

The growing influence of the internet as a tool for economic development cannot be underestimated, especially in light of its role in transforming Africa’s socio-economic landscape. The assertion hinges on several research studies, underscoring the undeniable significance of affordable and reliable internet access for businesses and households alike on the continent.

In a compelling address on World Cancer Day 2024, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, stated that approximately one-third of cancer cases in Africa can be prevented. Furthermore, she emphasized that an additional third can be fully cured if identified at an early stage and treated effectively.

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has marked a significant milestone in environmental and sustainable finance by unveiling its first-ever USD Global-Sustainable Hybrid Transaction. This unique transaction is comprised of $1 billion in sustainable bonds under both fixed-rate and floating-rate notes. This innovative initiative is particularly significant, being the inaugural 15-year-term transaction performed by any supranational AAA-rated issuer beyond green or social bonds in the Colony Capital markets.

While the economic furor in West Africa continues to unfurl, Burkina Faso’s President, Roch Marc Christian Kabore, has raised a significant query over his country’s affiliation with the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU). His consideration arises on the heels of neighboring Mali’s recent announcement of its imminent departure from the Union.

Russia has extended a humanitarian hand to the Central African Republic (CAR) by delivering 50,000 metric tonnes of wheat. This sizable consignment comes amidst widespread anxiety about a proposed law that could curtail Russian grain exports.

As the spectre of economic challenges looms large over African economies, Morocco appears to have a considerable edge over South Africa, according to an assessment from the international bond credit rating business, Moody’s Investor Services.

Intense tribal confrontations have surged in the contested region of Abyei, displaying a disturbing increase in violence between the Sudanese communities. The region, a contentious territory located between Sudan and South Sudan, is witnessing a significant rise in tensions as civilians from a pro-government Arab tribe have been targeted, causing them to flee their homes.