Nairobi: Deputy Head of the Public Service (DHOPS), Amos Gathecha, has urged Kenyans to seize opportunities presented by the country’s deep-sea resources, describing them as a potential game-changer for economic transformation.
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Nairobi: The call for coordinated, data-driven and agroecology-informed approaches comes as Africa seeks to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. With the right policies and partnerships, countries can unlock opportunities in gree…
Nairobi: Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced the appointment of Mr. Mohammed Nyaoga as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective 01 October 2025. He will succeed Mr. Charles Muchene, who is concluding his nine-year tenure on 30 September 202…
Masalani: Masalani town in Ijara Sub-County has received its first Internet connectivity following rising demand from residents. DAROT INTERNET, a local Internet service provider, has launched operations in the area, marking a significant step in brid…
Accra:The city of Accra became the focal point for a significant advancement in international trade law with the opening-for-signature ceremony of the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents. This event marked a pivotal moment for Afri…
Algiers:The Bank of Algeria has introduced a new regulation to manage gold operations within the country’s banking system. This marks the first time such rules have been established, as detailed in Regulation No. 26-04, published in the Official Gazet…
Baku:Africa Olam Agri has announced plans to invest approximately $400 million in food processing across Africa by the year 2028. This strategic investment follows the company’s previous expenditure of around $115 million in West Africa since 2024.
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Nairobi:British International Investment (BII), the UK development finance institution, has announced a significant new strategy in Nairobi, focusing on investing $6.7 billion in equity across Africa from 2026 to 2031. This initiative aims to attract …
Johannesburg:The latest “Where to Invest in Africa 2026/27” report by Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) evaluates 31 African economies, using 20 indicators to rank their investment potential. The report highlights Seychelles, Mauritius, and Egypt as the top th…
Antalya:The 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change is set to take place from 9 to 20 November 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye. This global gathering aims to address the accelerating climate crisis as nations work towa…
Conakry:Guinea is hosting the inaugural Simandou Mining Summit in Conakry from November 11 to 14. The event, themed “The Mining Industry A Catalyst for Economic Sovereignty,” is organized by the Simandou Strategic Committee in collaboration with the M…
Ayébo:The 46 MW Biovéa Énergie biomass power plant was inaugurated in Ayébo, located in the Aboisso sub-prefecture of the Sud-Comoé region. The inauguration ceremony, held on November 5, was attended by the Minister of Mines, Petroleum and Energy, Mam…
Cairo:The United States has announced a significant funding initiative of $125 million in Egypt, marking the first bilateral strategic objective agreement between the two nations. The announcement was made by the US charge d’affaires, Robert Silverman…
Addis Ababa:Ethiopia’s Finance Minister, Fitsum Assefa, has announced the results of the GDP rebasing with the Ethiopian fiscal year 2017 (2024/25) as the new base year. The announcement was made in Addis Ababa on November 4.
According to Africa New…