Tanzania’s M’Mombwa eyes Morocco 2025 Afcon glory

Dar es Salaam. Charles M’Mombwa has quickly established himself as one of Tanzania’s most exciting football talents. Born 27-years-ago in DR Congo and raised in Tanzania, the dynamic midfielder has developed into a key figure for the Taifa Stars,...

African Energy Chamber Leader NJ Ayuk Receives Honorary Doctorate 

Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC), NJ Ayuk, in a historical landmark recognition become the first African to be awarded the prestigious title of Honorary Professor (Professor Honoris Causa) by the National Research University,...

Meet the 24-year-old African innovator behind an AI app that translates speech to sign language

Innovation continues to shine from Africa, showcasing the ingenuity and creativity of its people. Beyond the continent’s abundant natural resources, Africans are harnessing knowledge, technology, and creativity to lead in areas once dominated by...

Tanzania’s SGR train derails at Ruvu, no fatalities reported

Dar es Salaam. An Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train operating on Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) line was involved in an accident on Thursday, October 23, 2025, when it veered off the tracks at Ruvu—just minutes after leaving Dar es...

Gabon midfielder sends message to Victor Osimhen ahead of World Cup playoffs

Gabon midfielder Mario Lemina has sent a message to Victor Osimhen ahead of the World Cup play-off Lemina assisted Osimhen’s first goal for Galatasaray against Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League Both players will face off in the African...

Ghanaian innovator Frank Owusu named runner-up in Africa’s largest engineering award

Ghanaian engineer Frank Owusu, founder of Aquamet, has been named a runner-up in the 2025 Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, earning £10,000 for his groundbreaking work supporting smallholder fish farmers. His...

Yaroa all set for Africa Cup

RACE 1 (1,200m) (6) SHAHM HABS built on a promising debut fifth at Taif by winning over 1,600m last week. In great form and has the required speed to be effective over this distance. (5) RB DOUGLAS is a US import who ran fourth to Shahm Habs over...

South Africa’s G20 Presidency: Catholic Entities Want Maternal Health, Child Hunger Eradication Prioritized

Citing statistics that indicate a maternal mortality rate of approximately 199 per 100,000 live births, the faith leaders expressed concern over the worsening situation of child hunger and maternal health in South Africa and other African nations....

Tanzanian trio nominated for CAF awards

EGYPT: THREE Tanzanian footballers have been named among the continent’s top performers ahead of the 2025 CAF Awards, with Shomari Kapombe, Winfrida Gerald and Esther Maseke drawing attention for their inclusion on the final shortlists. Kapombe,...

Willis-Knighton oncologist highlights late-stage breast cancer diagnoses among African American women

SHREVEPORT, La. — While breast cancer doesn’t occur more often in African American women than in white women, doctors say Black women are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages — a gap that can have life-threatening consequences. Dr. Joyce...

U.S. Senate confirms John Giordano as Ambassador to Namibia

Date: October 24, 2025 Staff Reporter THE U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald J. Trump’s nominee, Mr. John Giordano, as the United States Ambassador to Namibia. The U.S. Embassy extended its congratulations to Ambassador-designate Giordano and...

“Make your money, but please bring it and invest locally,” Tony Elumelu tells African investors

Tony Elumelu, the Nigerian investor and chairman of United Bank for Africa Plc and Heirs Holdings, has urged African policymakers to create a stable and predictable business environment, describing trust as the foundation of sustainable...

Africa’s digital awakening: Why digital literacy is the new freedom

At the heart of transformation lies one critical skill: digital literacy. The world is changing faster than ever, and Africa stands at the crossroads of a new era. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is no longer a distant concept discussed in...

Türkiye showcases African women’s creativity and empowerment at TABEF 2025

The African Culture House and Handicrafts Market, a social initiative founded by Türkiye’s First Lady, Emine Erdoğan, was among the exhibitors at the Türkiye-Africa Business and Economic Forum (TABEF 2025). The showcase celebrated African...

UNICEF and GSMA Launch Africa Child Online Protection Taskforce

Continental platform aims to safeguard children as digital adoption accelerates UNICEF and the GSMA have launched the Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection, the first dedicated continental mechanism to coordinate and implement safeguards for...

La Ruche Health wins 2025 Prix Galien Africa Award for Innovation in Digital Healthcare

The 2025 Prix Galien Africa has honoured Côte d’Ivoire’s La Ruche Health, led by Mr. Rory Assandey, for its groundbreaking work in expanding access to digital healthcare across Africa. Now in its fifth year, the Prix Galien Africa celebrates...

 AVCA Summit Rallies Global Investors To Power Africa’s Growth Through Sustainable Finance 

1 LAGOS – The African Private Capital Association (AVCA) has once again placed Africa’s sustainable investment story at the forefront of global discourse. At the fourth edition of its Sustainable Investing in Africa Summit (SIAS), held last week,...

Empowering Maasai Women: A Project Restores Dignity and Culture in Tanzania

By Nailejileji Asia Tipap, Executive Director IWDA The Indigenous Women Development Affairs (IWDA), with funding from Cultural Survival, has been transforming the lives of Indigenous women and youth through the "Engishon Project." The initiative,...

Tanzania steady after first round at EACAACT 2025

KENYA: DEFENDING champions Tanzania remain firmly in contention after the opening round of the East and Central Africa All Africa Challenge Trophy (EACAACT) 2025, finishing third in the team standings. Tanzania posted a total score of +13 (155),...

School for Life Director Calls for Redefining Africa’s Learning Crisis

Wedad Sayibu criticizes Western framework dominating education narrative The Director of School for Life, Wedad Sayibu, has called for a thorough re-examination of how Africa’s learning crisis is defined, arguing that the prevailing Western...