Zimbabwe Declares State of Disaster Over Severe Drought
The drought, the worst in decades, has prompted urgent calls for $2 billion in humanitarian aid to address the crisis.
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Botswana President's Bold Threat to Germany Amid Conservation Dispute
Speaking to German newspaper Bild, President Masisi voiced his concerns, stating that such restrictions would impoverish Botswana, a country that hosts about a third of the world's elephant population.
Egypt's President Sisi Embarks on Third Term Amidst Praise and Scrutiny
His rise to power was marked by the military's ousting of his Islamist predecessor, Mohammed Morsi, in 2013, a move that catapulted Sisi from defense minister to the nation's top office.
Tanzania Overcomes Massive Nationwide Blackout, Restores Power to Majority of the Country
Energy Minister Doto Mashaka Biteko took decisive action by ordering power officials, who were on their Easter break, to return to work immediately. The goal was clear: to restore power supplies as swiftly as possible to mitigate the impact on the nation's economy and the daily lives of Tanzanians.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to Work with Allies to Tackle Major Problems
Faye's election resonates deeply in a region where the majority are under 30, providing hope to many young individuals disillusioned by economic stagnation and the longevity of political elites.
Ivory Coast to Boost Cocoa Farmgate Price Amid Global Market Deficit
The surge in the farmgate price comes in response to the global cocoa market experiencing more than a threefold increase in cocoa prices over the last year.
Museveni and Kyagulanyi Clash over the Fruitless Fight Against Corruption in Uganda
President Yoweri K. Museveni and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, have publicly clashed over the issue of corruption in the country, each presenting starkly contrasting views on the matter and the path forward.
He didn’t go to private schools abroad – he’s one of us; Senegalese Fishermen Hopeful in President Faye`s Leadership
Fishermen like Gueye are hopeful that the new president will enforce regulations more rigorously to protect their livelihoods and the marine environment.
Chocolate Crisis Alert: Why Your Favorite Treat Is Becoming a Luxury Item
Ghana's cocoa marketing board, Cocobod, reports a dire situation with approximately 590,000 hectares of cocoa plantations infected with the deadly virus.
Senegalese Apex Court Confirms Bassirou Diomaye Faye's election victory
The top court's validation of the provisional results, announced last Wednesday, came after a complete tally from 100% of polling stations, setting the stage for Faye's inauguration.
KFC Nigeria Apologizes Following Outlet Closure Over Discrimination Incident
KFC Nigeria issued an official apology following the closure of one of its outlets at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.
Nigeria's President Initiates Taskforce to Revitalize Ailing Economy Amid Rising Costs
The economic strain has intensified, plunging the populace into severe hardship and placing unprecedented pressure on President Tinubu's administration.
Uganda's Tourism Sector Nears Full Recovery Post-Covid, Projected to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels by Year-End
This resurgence is largely attributed to an increase in arrivals from Africa and key overseas markets, including the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and India.
Ethiopia's Leading Bank Recovers Nearly 80% of Funds Lost to System Glitch
Abe Sano, the bank's president, revealed to the media on Tuesday that the glitch allowed transactions ranging from as little as 9 cents to $5,350 to occur. Initially, the bank reported a staggering loss of $40 million due to the fault.
Bank of Uganda Announces Transition of Three Commercial Banks to Credit Institutions
Stakeholders across the board, from banking professionals to customers and economic analysts, await further details on how these transitions will unfold and the potential impacts on Uganda's banking and financial services landscape.
Kenya Airways Achieves Operating Profit for First Time Since 2017
According to the AFP news agency, the airline's profit exceeded $80 million (£63 million) in 2023, a notable achievement attributed largely to a surge in passenger numbers, which propelled revenue by more than 50%.