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AfWASA President Urges African-Led Solutions to Water and Sanitation Crisis

AfWASA President Urges African-Led Solutions to Water and Sanitation Crisis

Africa must take ownership of its water and sanitation challenges if it is to build a resilient and sustainable future, Africa Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) President Engineer Mahmood Lutaaya has said. Speaking at the official opening...

Poignant piece of Lancaster's slave trade history restored

Poignant piece of Lancaster's slave trade history restored

A memorial to enslaved Africans transported on Lancaster-owned ships as part of the Transatlantic slave trade has been restored. The Captured African sculpture, a poignant piece of Lancaster’s history on St George’s Quay, has been disassembled,...

Deep Dive Into The Impact Of Satellite Connectivity On Emerging Markets  Focus On Africa, Central Asia, And The Middle East

Deep Dive Into The Impact Of Satellite Connectivity On Emerging Markets Focus On Africa, Central Asia, And The Middle East

(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Explore the transformative impact of satellite broadband in rural and remote regions, focusing on Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Satellite connectivity supports education, healthcare, agritech, and job...

Cardiff City delight at takeover news as Vincent Tan era "almost over"

Cardiff City delight at takeover news as Vincent Tan era "almost over"

This article is part of Football League World's 'Terrace Talk' series, which provides personal opinions from our FLW Fan Pundits regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more... Three different parties...

Africa's Relevance Is Growing  And Everyone Wants In

Africa's Relevance Is Growing And Everyone Wants In

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Africa is the future – by 2100, one in three people will live there. As the African Union's clout grows, Switzerland is stepping up its engagement. This content was published on July 21, 2025 - 09:00 8 minutes Where does...

National Play Day: a call to action for South African families to prioritise play

National Play Day: a call to action for South African families to prioritise play

South African children are facing a crisis as decreasing levels of physical activity and increasing screen time threaten their health and development. In a compelling response, the popular toy brand Toys R Us has proclaimed 26 July as National...

Discover Madagascar: A Journey Through the Island’s Diverse Wonders

ShareMadagascar, the world’s fourth‑largest island, is a destination like no other. Located off Africa’s eastern coast, it is celebrated for its exceptional biodiversity, dramatic landscapes and a culture with deep historical roots. From...

Compact with Africa or Dismantling Africa and make it helpless!

g20 compact with africaFekadu Bekele (PhD) July 22, 2025 “The purpose of studying economics is not to acquire a set of ready-made answers to economic questions, but to learn how to avoid being deceived by economists.” Joan Robinson Introduction On...

Red Bull Flugtag soars back to Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront

Red Bull Flugtag soars back to Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront

Red Bull Flugtag is ready for lift-off at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, where teams will launch their handcrafted flying machines from a 25‑foot‑high deck into the harbour on Sunday, 2 November 2025. If you believe you have the flair and nerve to...

Former footballer from Cape Town reported missing for over a month

Former footballer from Cape Town reported missing for over a month

More than a month has passed since former Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Thando Mngomeni was last seen, prompting growing concern from his family and the South African football community, reports Cape {town} Etc. Known for his...

SaaScada and CLOWD9 Partner to Deliver Cost Savings to African Banks and FIs

SaaScada and CLOWD9 Partner to Deliver Cost Savings to African Banks and FIs

SaaScada, the cloud-native core banking platform, is teaming up with CLOWD9, a cloud-native decentralised issuer payments processing platform, to provide end-to-end cloud technology solutions across Africa. The strategic partnership, formalised...

Four African cities have been named best in the world for nightlife

Four African cities have been named best in the world for nightlife

Nightlife takes on lots of different forms, and cities all over the world have adapted to our changing habits when it comes to going out. Today you’ll find sober-friendly events collectives alongside vibey cocktail bars and late-night cafes as...

Hafiz Gariba exclusive: Ghana defender details dream Barcelona move

Hafiz Gariba exclusive: Ghana defender details dream Barcelona move

Hafiz Gariba’s journey to Barcelona’s famed youth academy began in the bustling coastal town of Teshie, Ghana. Discovered as a promising young defender playing on local pitches, Gariba first honed his skills with Zinaps FC. His impressive...

Excitement in Tanzania as over 200 young people prepare for Jubilee of Youth in Rome

Excitement in Tanzania as over 200 young people prepare for Jubilee of Youth in Rome

ACI Africa, Jul 25, 2025 / 07:00 am Over 200 young people from Tanzania are traveling to Rome as pilgrims to the Jubilee of Youth, an event that is part of the ongoing 2025 Jubilee Year. It is a huge number, coming from Africa, where denied visa...

Heavy fighting erupts in southern Somalia after Al-Shabaab attack

Heavy fighting erupts in southern Somalia after Al-Shabaab attack

Sabiid & Caanoole, Somalia – Fierce fighting broke out early Friday in the Sabiid and Caanoole area of southern Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region after Al-Shabaab militants launched a coordinated assault on military positions held by Somali...

Government Completes 33kV Power Line Installation Between Bo and Kenema

Government Completes 33kV Power Line Installation Between Bo and Kenema

The Government of Sierra Leone has completed the installation of the 33kV transmission power line between Bo and Kenema. According to recent updates, the network will be powered in the coming weeks, bringing stable electricity to more than 300000...

Sango Capital: Reframing Africa’s Investment Landscape for a New Global Cycle

Sango Capital: Reframing Africa’s Investment Landscape for a New Global Cycle

22 Jul, 2025 As global capital seeks diversified growth and risk-adjusted returns, Sango Capital reaffirms Africa’s position as a compelling frontier. From shifting macro fundamentals to digital transformation, the continent is emerging as a...

UK-Nigeria business ties strengthen following London mayor’s first Africa visit

UK-Nigeria business ties strengthen following London mayor’s first Africa visit

This growing alignment was highlighted during the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan's recent visit to Lagos, where a high-level tech delegation met with Nigerian innovators and business leaders to explore collaborative ventures and partnerships. It was...

EPIC City: Replacing Old Glory With The Crescent Moon?

EPIC City: Replacing Old Glory With The Crescent Moon?

Picture this: a Muslim-only city governed by Sharia law, beyond the reach of democratically elected officials. We’d expect this in the Middle East or North Africa. But it’s happening in Texas, and its founders call it EPIC City. The East Plano...

Tanzania to unveil $110m logistics hub to boost jobs, trade

Tanzania to unveil $110m logistics hub to boost jobs, trade

Dar es Salaam. The government has outlined six major benefits ahead of the official launch of the East Africa Commercial and Logistics Centre (EACLC) on August 2, including job creation and increased government revenue. Other benefits are higher...

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