All You Need to Know About Black History Month
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Sebastiane Ebatamehi
Mr. Ebatamehi is a Senior Analyst, specialized in Africa’s economic trends, investment flows, and entrepreneurial ecosystems, turning complex policy and market shifts into practical insights. Email: [email protected]
How the 1897 Bini Massacre Exposed the Shameful Intentions of British Colonialism
Contrary to what is generally portrayed, the colonial masters did not develop Africa or save the continent from destroying itself
Has King Charles III Calmed About Colonial Abuse in Africa?
King Charles III made a historic visit to Kenya, acknowledging the atrocities committed during British colonial rule while stopping short of issuing an official apology.
How Coronavirus Exposed Africa’s Poor Emergency Strategies
Announcing emergency lockdowns without relief plans like Food Banks is a major problem in many African cities.
Tyson Fury Claims Controversial Win Over Cameroonian UFC Fighter, Francis Ngannou
WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury claimed a controversial split decision victory over former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.
Meet Deborah Okenla, the Startup Expert Who Has Transformed 17,000 Lives in Six Years
Deborah Okenla, founder of Your Startup, Your Story, has made it her mission to build and guide a diverse range of entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. That has transformed to over 17,000 members in six years and she has helped raise over £5 million.
Kenya's Dark Colonial Past Confronts Britain's King Charles III
Ahead of a scheduled visit to Kenya by Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the Talai clan of the Kipsigis community is petitioning the king to help it receive compensation for land lost during the colonial period.
Niger Changes National Anthem in Fight Against Cultural Neocolonialism
In 2019, former Nigerien President Mahamadou Issoufou announced the plans to change the lyrics of the national anthem, 'La Nigérienne' (The Nigerien). A commission led by the country's prime minister was established to change the lyrics.
Botswana Turns to Technology to Boost Diamond Industry
Botswana is the largest diamond producer in the world. But with global advancement in innovation, President Masisi has called on diamond-producing nations to invest in technology to ensure the sustainability of the industry.
'If France Loses Niger, It Loses Everything'
France is trying at all costs to preserve its influence in Niger to keep its place among the greatest economic powers. To this end, it manipulates ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) to trigger a military intervention in the country.
Portugal Should Apologise for Colonialism - President Rebelo de Sousa
It is the first time a southern European leader has suggested a national apology for the colonial period.
Russian President Putin Proclaims End of 'Ugly Neo-Colonialism'
President Vladimir Putin proclaimed the end of "neo-colonialism" in international politics and praised Russia's economic strategy following its ruptured ties with the West.
Here are the 3 Obstacles Withholding Africa's Economic Development
Africa had been seeking to assert itself on the global economic stage, but continues to run up against the West's dominance, as well as the barrier of the Franc of the Financial Community of Africa (CFA franc), explained Cameroonian economist Jean René Ndouma
Western Working Visas are 'Modern-Day Slavery': Lawyer
The former head of Kenya's anti-corruption agency was one of the keynote speakers at this year's edition of The Platform, a Nigeria Independence Day event organized by Pastor Poju Oyemade's The Covenant Nation ministry in Lagos, local media reported.
Neocolonialism is a Crime and Threat to Peace - Pope
In a message addressed to a workshop in the Vatican on neocolonialism, Pope Francis warns against modern economic and ideological colonialism and again, apologizes for those Christians who contributed to the colonization of Africa and the Americas; Lisa Zengarini writes.
Can Neocolonialism Stop Africa's Rise?
Africa has witnessed two military coups in two months. In July, Niger's military ousted President Bazoum. Later, in August, Gabon saw a military takeover, in which the armed forces ousted the recently re-elected president and named General Brice Oligui Nguema, as interim leader.