Africa’s presidents for life

On July 13, 92-year-old Cameroonian President Paul Biya announced on social media that he would be a candidate in next October’s elections. After nearly 43 years of uninterrupted power, Biya has become a true champion of political longevity,...

Merck Foundation CEO meets Zimbabwe First Lady & 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit

BusinessWire India Harare [Zimbabwe]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It...

How African Foodways Shaped Global Cuisine

As you travel through the African diaspora, it can be hard to ignore similarities and familiarity between the cuisines. For example, venture to New Orleans for its iconic jambalaya, and you will immediately recognize the closeness to West African...

Why young people are the heart of Africa’s food revolution

A woman pounding her millet which was her first harvest after 21 years of the end of land violence in northern Uganda. Adja Boudy Kanté dreams of an Africa where a farmer in Mali can sell her millet in Senegal with ease, where a processor in Dakar...

Business News | Merck Foundation CEO Meets Zimbabwe First Lady & 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit

BusinessWire India Harare [Zimbabwe]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It...

President Ruto, AUC chairperson Mahmoud congratulate Morocco on CHAN victory

President William Ruto presents Morocco players with the CHAN trophy after their win against Madagascar at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani in Nairobi on August 30, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] President William has congratulated...

Senegal beat Sudan on penalties to clinch CHAN 2024 bronze

Senegal secured third place at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 after defeating Sudan 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw on Friday in Kampala. The bronze medal match at Mandela National Stadium saw the defending champions bounce...

Partenariats stratégiques : Le Sénégal se tourne vers le Royaume-Uni 

La deuxième session du dialogue stratégique entre le Sénégal et le Royaume-Uni a permis d’ouvrir de nouvelles perspectives de coopération entre les deux pays. Ce cadre de concertation, institué lors de la première session à Londres, avait pour...

OPINION: Africa Climate Summit 2 - Charting Africa’s climate future

Official opening of Climate Week 2-2025 in Addis Ababa. PHOTO| COURTESY Audio By Vocalize The continent is preparing for the second biennial Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), a good moment to reflect on progress since the inaugural summit in Nairobi...

Senegalese officials laud progress in implementing FOCAC Beijing Summit outcomes

DAKAR, Aug. 30 (Xinhua) -- Senegalese officials, political leaders, and scholars spoke highly of the progress made in implementing the outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit at an event held Friday in Dakar, the...

Preview: Nigeria vs Rwanda - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Nigeria and Rwanda, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Nigeria are set for a make-or-break clash as they welcome Rwanda to the Godswill Akpabio Stadium...

Why we banned export of raw shea nut – Minister

Despite producing nearly two-fifths of global shea nuts, Nigeria earns less than 1 per cent in the $6.5 billion market, Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has said. Mr Kyari disclosed this while speaking at the...

Zimbabwe launches US$1.4 billion agriculture investment plan

Thu 04 Sep 2025 | 08:36 PM Zimbabwe has launched a US$1.4 billion agricultural investment drive aimed at transforming seven priority value chains, with the goal of boosting domestic food security and opening new export markets, according to TV...

The challenge of developing the digital sector in Senegal to provide decent jobs for dynamic, enterprising young people

On a sandy street in the bustling Cité Keur Gorgui, not far from the city centre of the Senegalese capital, the near-empty premises of the Dakar Institute of Technology (DIT) have a holiday feel to them on this day in mid-June 2025. Fatoumata...

Preview: England vs Andorra - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between England and Andorra, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Thomas Tuchel's England have two perfect records to maintain when Andorra visit Villa Park for...

England vs Andorra: Kickoff time, how to watch, stats, team news

England resume their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying campaign against minnows Andorra at Villa Park on Saturday. Thomas Tuchel's side are on top of Group K after three wins from three games, but a 3-1 loss to Senegal in their most recent friendly...

Preview: Republic of Ireland vs Hungary - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Republic of Ireland and Hungary, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Republic of Ireland and Hungary kick-start their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with an...

Liberia Unveils US$900 Million Agriculture Program At Africa Food Systems Forum 2025

Liberia’s Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah DAKAR, Senegal – Liberia has announced a bold US$900 million Legacy Investment Program at the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) 2025 in Dakar, Senegal, demonstrating a renewed national...

African Youths embrace Hands-On Tech training to drive Industrial change

An inspiring convergence of innovation, skills development, and international collaboration has been ongoing at the Technical University of Kenya over the past month. ‎It brought together 142 teams comprising students and trainers from across 12...

Farm to fork: Five ways Africa is boosting food security

What’s the context? As experts discuss food security, here are a few clever fixes that are already feeding people and fighting climate change. JOHANNESBURG/LAGOS - Be it AI pest detectors in Kenya or Nigerian soil-free farming, climate change is...