Spain's radically different approach to African migration

Paul MellyWest Africa analyst ShareSave Spain is kicking against the prevailing political mood among Western nations when it comes to migration and policies regarding the African continent. At a time when the US, the UK, France and Germany are all...

IMF expects SA economy to grow by 1.1%, not too worried about US tariffs

Although consumers and governments want to see light at the end of the tunnel, the IMF says the outlook for the global economy remains dim. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects the South African economy to grow by 1.1%. Although it does...

If Paul Biya Loses, It’s A Win For African Democracy, If He ...

It is no more news that Paul Biya and his closest rival, Maurice Kamto of the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (CRM), are both claiming victory in the just concluded presidential election, plunging the country into a tense post-election standoff....

200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Want some incredible football facts? We've got you covered. Whether you're revising for a pub quiz, bored at work or looking for something to read on the loo, we've got facts on all facets of the beautiful game. So strap in for a long, old ride –...

California Zoo Gorilla Cracks Enclosure's Glass in Front of Horrified Visitors, Who Say It 'Felt Like an Earthquake' By Escher Walcott 19

NEED TO KNOW A gorilla at the San Diego Zoo left a large crack in his enclosure after smashing into its glass wall on Saturday, Oct. 11 Denny, a 10-year-old western lowland gorilla, was one of two gorillas in the enclosure at the time, and people...

Cameroon’s Political Future:Election Context and Internal Power Struggle

Even as Cameroonians voted yesterday, 12 October 2025, the political landscape in the country remains dominated not by traditional electoral politics by the intense, internal succession contestsurrounding the tenure of President Paul Biya, who has...

Oil Trading Below $60? Grab 5 Energy Giants With Huge Dividends Now

Oil prices fell below $60 per barrel recently due to a combination of oversupply and weak demand. Global oil inventories are rising, putting downward pressure on prices. At the same time, both OPEC+ and U.S. production are increasing amid...

The Surveillance Empire That Tracked World Leaders, a Vatican Enemy, and Maybe You

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. “The problem is the export license, huh? For this we can find a…a way.” It was early June and Guenther Rudolph was in an expansive...

Kaduna State and AUDA-NEPAD Launch Initiative to Empower Smallholder Farmers

From :Femi Oyelola in Kaduna The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with the African Union Development Agency—New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) Nigeria, has launched an initiative aimed at empowering 400 smallholder...

WATCH: Visitors Shocked When Gorilla Breaks Layer of Glass at San Diego Zoo

A gorilla at the San Diego Zoo gave visitors quite a fright on Saturday when he ran at a glass barrier. The 10-year-old gorilla named Denny broke through one of the three layers of tempered glass that separates him from visitors watching him in...

Unlock Africa's Energy Potential at Wider African Energy Summit 2025

Don't miss the Wider African Energy Summit (WAES) 2025 in Aberdeen, Scotland, organized by OGV, where NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC), will deliver the opening address on November 18-19, 2025, at the Marcliffe Hotel...

Clean air crisis: Sub-Saharan Africa left with less than 1% of global funding

Outdoor air quality funding to sub-Saharan Africa collapsed by 91% in just one year, falling from $129 million in 2022 to a mere $11.8 million in 2023. Photo: File Outdoor air quality funding to sub-Saharan Africa collapsed by 91% in just one...

Kaduna State Government , AUDA-NEPAD Empower 400 Smallholder Farmers with Agricultural Inputs

From: Femi Oyelola in Kaduna The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with the African Union Development Agency–New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA–NEPAD) Nigeria, has launched the distribution of agricultural inputs to...

N10b agricultural budget will boost food security in Kaduna, says Gov Sani

In order to boost food security in Kaduna State, the Governor, Uba Sani said that his administration has prioritised agriculture, with over ₦10 billion allocated to the sector in the 2025 budget. According to him, Kaduna State is the only state in...

US Seeks Deeper Energy Partnership with Africa Says Cruz

The United States is stepping up efforts to become Africa’s key energy partner, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz said this week, urging closer cooperation between Washington and African nations to unlock the continent’s energy potential through private...

Istanbul to host 5th Turkish-Africa Economic Forum

The forum will be graced by the President of the Republic of Türkiye H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Chairperson of the African Union and President of the Republic of Angola H.E. João Goncalves Lourenço, Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye...

Kaduna To Host 2026 Nigeria Public Relations Week 

1 LAGOS – Kaduna State has been officially named host of the 2026 Nigeria Public Relations Week, following Governor Uba Sani’s approval of the bid presented by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). Receiving the NIPR President, Dr....

Security Experts Urge Firms to Prepare for Cameroon Election Risks

Organizations operating in Cameroon are being urged to implement contingency measures ahead of the October 12 presidential election, with security analysts warning that political tensions, economic frustrations and the exclusion of key opposition...

NNFU President urges treating agriculture as economic pillar

The President of the Namibia National Farmers' Union wants agriculture to be treated as a strategic pillar for economic development, rather than as a social welfare project. Adolf Muremi was speaking at the Agri Outlook Conference, which is...

APPO Must Choose a Visionary Leader

As Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim prepares to conclude his term in January 2026 as Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) reflects on a transformative...