- US Republicans Express Concerns Over Biden’s Africa Strategy Amid Rising Russian Influence
- African Development Bank Amplifies Efforts for Clean Cooking Solutions to Benefit 250 Million by 2030
- US Embassy in Tanzania Temporarily Shuttered amid Rising Internet Disruptions
- Advanced Technologies Pave the Way for Progress and Growth Around the Globe
- South Africa Urges ICC to Intensify Investigation Into Alleged Israeli Genocide
Author: Priscilla Agyeman-Duah
In response to the growing global financial turbulence, several African Union member countries have formed a groundbreaking alliance dubbed the African Sovereign Debt Justice Network (AfSDJN). The primary goal of this alliance is to advocate for comprehensive financial reforms on a global scale, aimed at easing the growing debt burden on African economies, which have reached unsustainable levels.
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has underscored the urgency of harnessing modern technology in Africa to unlock the continent’s agricultural potential and engage the younger generation in farming. This statement was made at the recently concluded World Economic Forum held in Riyadh.
Johannesburg, South Africa’s most populous city, stands on the precipice of a severe water crisis, reminiscent of the 2018 drought that besieged Cape Town. The increasing population and consequent urbanization, paired with the adverse effects of climate change, are putting massive pressure on the city’s already strained water supply system.
In New York City, several immigrants from West African countries are battling several challenges. These migrants, including a significant number of educated young men from Senegal and other nations, are grappling with hardship as they seek an improved life in the giant metropolis.
Empowering African Women in the Digital Era: Lorraine Marcel-Iroha Advocates for Blockchain Literacy
In an era dominated by digital technology and blockchain, one woman is championing the imperative to empower African women in this ever-evolving sector. Lorraine Marcel-Iroha, the pioneering founder and CEO of the African Women on Blockchain, is driving the effort to equip women across the continent with crucial knowledge about blockchain and Bitcoin.
The United States has heightened ambitions to fortify its connection with African nations and unlock prospects in the continent’s extensive metal market, according to the US Treasury’s Deputy Secretary, Wally Adeyemo. Speaking at a conference, he underscored the “unique opportunity” currently open to African nations in providing the world with batteries and other clean energy technologies.
The United States Congress is reportedly considering legislation to include the Middle East and North African (MENA) communities in formal federal data collection. This is a significant move that could bring issues of underrepresentation and invisibility of individuals of MENA origin to the fore.
The Bank of Tanzania has issued a public advisory due to an alarming increase in cases of digital robbery, urging bank customers and the general public to exercise caution. Financial institutions are facing a rising threat to their banking systems due to technological advancement, as revealed by Central Bank Governor, Professor Florens Luoga.
Internet access in several parts of West Africa has been severely disrupted due to an unexpected breakdown of an undersea cable system, which significantly impacted 13 countries across the continent. This occurrence may potentially result in up to a three-week-long interruption of web services, causing significant inconvenience to both individual and business users.
Tanzania has been selected as the host nation for the 2025 East African Petroleum Conference (EAPC), showcasing the country’s growing importance in the petroleum sector. The significant decision was made during the 9th edition of the East African Petroleum Conference, held recently in Kenya.