Month: January 2025

 On 24 January, the world will observe the “World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture” (WDAAC). While a large number of international days have a long history and have been proudly celebrated for many years, WDAAC is relatively new. In fact, the day actually only dates back to 2019 when UNESCO adopted 24 January as the WDAAC during the 40th session of the UNESCO General Conference. One of the main reasons […]

 I am deeply alarmed about reports of an imminent attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Al Fasher, North Darfur State, and continue to be gravely concerned about the safety of civilians caught in crossfires. The RSF's statement issued on 20 January 2025 gave a 48-hour ultimatum to forces allied to the Sudanese Armed Forces to vacate the city and indicated a forthcoming offensive. Since May 2024, Al Fasher […]

 Africa’s oil and gas industry - critical for improving energy access, driving industrialization, spurring economic growth and achieving sustainable development - faces increasing opposition from environmental groups and financial institutions seeking to undermine its potential. With over 600 million people living without access to reliable energy, the continent must prioritize the development of its hydrocarbon resources while advancing local content initiatives that deliver tangible benefits to African communities. The African […]

 Boasting approximately 1.8 billion barrels of oil, the Republic of Congo has ambitions to increase its production from 270,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 500,000 bpd this year. Meanwhile, an increased focus on natural gas production has resulted in the development of an upcoming Gas Master Plan and new Gas Code, with plans by the country to unlock an estimated 10 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in the coming […]

 On Monday, January 24, 2022, Vanessa Tchouanzi, a high school teacher, attended the Cameroon-Comoros football match for the Africa Cup of Nations with her friend Véronique at the Olembe stadium in Yaounde. She still vividly recalls the tragic stampede that occurred. Caught in the crowd surge, Vanessa and Veronique lost consciousness but Vanessa was pulled away by a stranger whereas Veronique stayed in the crowd and was later taken to […]

 The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) is proud to announce its highly anticipated list of Africa’s Top 40 Movers and Shakers to Watch in 2025. This year’s lineup features a dynamic mix of leaders, policymakers, innovators and corporate executives driving transformative change across the continent's oil, gas and energy industries. The list, an annual benchmark of influence and innovation, celebrates those at the forefront of advancing Africa’s energy potential. These […]

 A Tunisian-Omani Business Forum was held in the Tunisian capital, Tunis, with the aim of enhancing economic and trade cooperation between the two countries and to explore investment opportunities across various. The event is part of a series of activities and reciprocal visits between officials and businesspeople from the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and their counterparts from the Tunisian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Forum included working sessions that showcased […]

 Ghana is taking bold steps to improve food security and sustainability by bringing together agritech, agribusiness, and collaborative partnerships. With digital training and support from the Netherlands Trust Fund V (NTF V) Ghana Tech project, initiatives like the Horticulture Business Platform (HBP) and the Agricultural Innovation for Africa (AIA) Conference are reshaping agriculture. The country has reduced hunger and malnutrition, but obstacles remain. About 40% of the population works in agriculture, which […]