Ethiopia to join Africa’s fastest-growing economies with over $2.5bn in exports

The forecast was unveiled during the government’s 100-day macroeconomic performance review, which assessed both global trends and the nation’s quarterly outcomes. The country’s growth trajectory, officials noted, is underpinned by diversification,...

CAMEROONIANS MUST RISE AND DEFEND THEIR VOTES

A stolen election, dressed in constitutional formality, is broad daylight robbery sanctified by cowards. “These are the times that try men’s souls.” When Thomas Paine wrote those immortal words in the winter of revolution during the American war...

World CNN African maize is facing a drought crisis, but new ideas are taking root

EDITOR’S NOTE: Global Perspectives is a CNN editorial and live event series exploring the dynamic economies at the frontlines of global transformation. The first Global Perspectives live event, taking place in London on November 3, 2025, will...

From fragmentation to integration: Advancing inclusive interoperable digital identity systems for Africa

By Dr David ALEMZERO Digital identity is conceptualized as an assemblage of electronic characteristics that distinctly delineate an individual in the online realm. The verification of one’s identity is imperative for gaining access to various...

Understanding Basel III endgame and its impact on banking in Africa

By Cyril ODOI Banks and financial authorities worldwide work diligently to prevent financial crises of any kind. Global rules, known as the Basel Accords, establish safety standards for banks that require them to maintain sufficient capital and...

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ACHPR 85th Session Opens with Calls for Stronger Human Rights Commitment in Africa

- Advertisement - By Alieu Jallow The 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) is underway at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre in Banjul. The week-long gathering brings...

A taste of belonging: The Blue Table's 'Seven Colours Feast' unpacks South Africa's Sunday rituals

What began as an act of love and a safe haven for homeless queer youth has evolved into a vibrant pop-up that celebrates South Africa’s Sunday Rituals. The Blue Table, conceptualised by Creative Director Treyvonne Moosa, has a hunger for community...

Tanzanian family gives police deadline to reveal whereabouts of Chadema deputy chairperson John Heche

Tarime. The family of John Heche, the Mainland Deputy Chairperson of the opposition party Chadema, has given the police until tomorrow, Friday, October 24, 2025, to reveal his whereabouts, failing which they will begin searching for him themselves...

Djibouti parliament votes to lift presidential age limit

Djibouti's parliament voted unanimously to lift a presidential age limit on Sunday, opening the way for leader Ismail Omar Guelleh to run for a sixth term. Guelleh, known as IOG, has held power since 1999 in the tiny Horn of Africa nation, a major...

Australia Women vs South Africa Women Best Fantasy Playing XI Prediction for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Match 26 and Who Will Win AUS-W vs SA-W?

It is time for the two best-performing sides of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup 2025 to lock horns, as the Australia women's national cricket team gear up to face the South Africa women's national cricket team. The AUS-W vs SA-W ICC Women's...

Lower CPI goal may save S Africa R900-billion in debt costs

Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago emphasised the benefits of a lower inflation goal, saying it could save the government as much as R900-billion over a decade in debt-service costs. “What we are showing by lowering the inflation target is...

WATCH: Lion Jumps Heroically To Escape From Moving Relocation Vehicle In South Africa, Recaptured Without Injuries

WATCH: Lion Jumps Heroically To Escape From Moving Relocation Vehicle In South Africa, Recaptured Without Injuries | Instagram @coolstorybru_za A chilling video of a lion jumping from the roof of a moving transport truck in the North West region...

Investing in Mauritius: Leveraging the Mauritius IFC for Sustainable African Growth

Mauritius has positioned itself as one of Africa’s most reliable and innovative International Financial Centre. With its investment-friendly policies, strong legal and regulatory environment, and strategic geographic location, Mauritius offers...

New industrial technology, renewable-energy events announced for South Africa

Montgomery Group Africa will stage two new exhibitions in South Africa – one in Johannesburg in 2026, and one in Cape Town in 2027. Montgomery Group Africa commercial director Joshua Low says RE+ South Africa will take place on June 2 to 4, next...

Climate finance inflows 'insufficient' to hit South Africa's NDC Targets

Deputy Minister of Finance David Masondo says that climate finance inflows into emerging economies still need to be doubled or tripled as South Africa looks to ramp up its climate response. Masondo made the call on Friday at the launch of the...

Insurance giants unveil new brand in Tanzania

Dar es Salaam. Sanlam and Allianz, two global insurance powerhouses that joined forces in 2023 to form Africa’s largest non-banking financial services group, SanlamAllianz, have officially launched their new brand in Tanzania. The unveiling...

African football player of the year: the list of candidates revealed

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) published its list of candidates for the player of the year award on Wednesday. While the date of the ceremony is not yet known, the event already promises quite some suspense. Could it be Fiston Mayele,...

Mozambique: Jubilee Year is an Invitation to address social inequalities in society

Bishop Inacio Lucas Mwita of Gurué Diocese in Mozambique recently spoke at a thanksgiving Graduation Mass for 121 students of the Catholic University of Mozambique, in the district of Gurué. During the homily, the Bishop reminded students of the...

South Africa's biggest butternut packer-exporter takes breather after complex citrus season

In the Colo Fresh packhouse – the closest packhouse along the N1 highway to the port of Cape Town – the citrus season is done. For two months, they burn the candle at both ends, packing night and day, says Erik de Wet, Refresh marketer. They're...