Month: August 2024

 The African Association of Energy Journalists and Publishers, AJERAP, (www.AJERAP.org), has listed four countries - Nigeria, Gambia, Namibia and Senegal - as top energy investment destinations to watch in the second half (July – December) of 2024. In its latest report - African Energy Outlook Second Half of 2024 - AJERAP (www.AJERAP.org), noted that with increased activities, especially oil and gas, the four nations have become very strategic for investors […]

 In Central and West Africa (CWA) region, young people are at the forefront of many transformative initiatives.   Their creativity and resilience are evident in various fields, from technology, entrepreneurship to environmental conservation. International Youth Day offers an opportunity to recognise and celebrate these contributions, while also addressing the barriers that still need to be overcome.  The 2024 theme, "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development," highlights the […]

 “International Youth Day gives us, the younger generation, a platform to express our ideas, achievements, and concerns with our communities and international partners. It's a chance to promote peace through our skills or talents and play a part in actively shaping the future of our beloved country,” said Oriaja James, the President of the Youth Union in Eastern Equatoria state. Oriaja delivered this powerful message at a ceremony organized under […]

 RS PRO (https://Africa.RSdelivers.com), the own brand of RS, offers a comprehensive selection of over 80 000 products spanning all industries and technologies. Renowned for its quality and extensive range, RS PRO is the Smart Choice for businesses and working environments. Planned maintenance is a crucial element of every production cycle, and manufacturing companies regularly schedule downtime for this purpose. To support these maintenance activities, RS PRO is excited to announce the […]

 Isha S.Y. Sumah, a 20-year-old university student, has always had a strong desire to make a difference in her community. Growing up in a society where gender inequality and violence against women and girls were rampant, she witnessed firsthand the suffering of women abused by their husbands, often with no consequences for the perpetrators. These experiences fueled her determination to fight for a society free from Sexual and Gender-Based Violence […]

 In the sun-drenched Nawata Village in Zomba, nestled in the Shire highlands of Malawi, a group of thirty women has harnessed the power of innovation to transform their lives and protect their surroundings. Thanks to a UN Women-supported project, funded by the Government of Australia, the women are united by a common purpose: to create sustainable biomass briquettes that replace traditional firewood. The Birth of a Sustainable Solution Their journey […]

 African Export-Import Bank (“Afreximbank” or the “Group”) (www.Afreximbank.com) has released its consolidated financial statements for the six months ended 30 June 2024. The Group’s results for the six months period once again demonstrate  resilience amid challenging macro-economic conditions. The Group delivered solid year-on-year growth across key performance metrics and an increase in shareholder value. Net Interest Income for H1’2024 grew by 24.5% to US$826.2 million, compared to US$663.6 million for […]