Nigeria to host the Intra-African Trade Fair in 2027
The last three editions of IATF have cumulatively generated over $118 billion in trade and…
Nigeria to host the Intra-African Trade Fair in 2027
The last three editions of IATF have cumulatively generated over $118 billion in trade and investment deals and attracted more than 70,000 visitors and 4,500 exhibitors ALGIERS, Algeria, September 5, 2025/ — After a rigorous bid and due diligence exercise, Nigeria has emerged as the successful host country of the fifth edition of the Intra-African…
Etu Energias Announces Close to $1B in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Deals Since 2022 at Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025
Speaking in a fireside chat during Angola Oil & Gas 2025, Etu Energias’ CEO Edson dos Santos announced that the company is pursuing new M&A transactions in Angola LUANDA, Angola, September 7, 2025/ — Edson dos Santos, CEO of Etu Energias, shared that the company has closed nearly $1 billion in Merger & Acquisition (M&A)…
From Madagascar to Everest”: A Malagasy family on a quest to conquer the roof of the world
Now back at base camp, the Boukas are undergoing a crucial recovery phase from May 8 to 11, before targeting a summit attempt within a favorable weather window expected between mid-May and the end of the month. ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar, May 13, 2025/ — A new chapter in the history of Malagasy mountaineering is being written…
UNHCR Calls for Support Amid Soaring Congolese Refugee Numbers
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and partners urgently seek funding as Congolese refugee numbers soar. The plan outlines immediate priorities, including emergency shelter, food, health care, and protection services, while also promoting social inclusion, resilience, and lasting solutions for the displaced. As the humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)…
Kenya Celebrates Breakthrough in Specialized Healthcare with First Kidney Transplants
The surgeries were supported through the Social Health Authority (SHA), reducing patients’ financial burden and enhancing access to specialized kidney care in line with the country’s Universal Health Coverage goals. In a major milestone for Kenya’s healthcare system, the Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) has successfully conducted its first two kidney transplant…
UK-Africa Partnership at The Africa Debate 2025: A New Economic Era
As the UK’s leading forum for high-level dialogue on Africa’s economic trajectory, The Africa Debate 2025 will convene over 500 senior leaders from government, finance, and industry to explore this year’s theme: “Harnessing Natural Capital for Growth.” LONDON, United Kingdom, May 8, 2025/ — Invest Africa (www.InvestAfrica.com), the leading platform for promoting trade and investment…
Avocado sector platform in Uganda to propel growth and unlock global market opportunities
Public and private stakeholders in Uganda have validated a three-year roadmap to strengthen the avocado sector that will improve productivity, value addition, and export readiness. GENEVA, Switzerland, April 30, 2025/ — Key public and private sector stakeholders convened in Kampala to validate the national avocado sector roadmap and action plan for the next three years….
Angolan Government Launches Tender for Concession of Passenger and Cargo Terminals in the Ports of Cabinda and Soyo
Angolan Government Launches Tender for Concession of Passenger and Cargo Terminals in the Ports of Cabinda and Soyo. LUANDA, Angola, April 1, 2025/ — The Government of Angola launched this Wednesday, in Soyo, Zaire province, the Public Tender for the Concession of the Operation of Port Services in the Maritime Passenger and Cargo Terminals of the…
Merck Foundation and “More Than a Mother” Ambassadors Mark International Women’s Day 2025 with Impactful Initiatives
LUSAKA, Zambia, April 1, 2025 – Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, has once again reinforced its commitment to empowering women and girls across Africa as it marks International Women’s Day 2025. In collaboration with the First Ladies of Africa, who serve as the foundation’s Ambassadors, and key government ministries, Merck Foundation…
Key Highlights of the 2024 Climate Change Act in South Africa
The Act reflects the government’s commitment to achieving a just transition to a low-carbon economy, ensuring that climate action is accompanied by economic empowerment and job creation. PRETORIA, South Africa, March 18, 2025/ — South Africa’s Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dr. Dion George, yesterday informed the members of the public that the…
