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 The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) is pleased to announce the entry of the Kingdom of Morocco into its growing network, with Bank Al-Maghrib officially signing the PAPSS membership agreement. As a result, Morocco becomes the 17th country to join the PAPSS network, further solidifying the continent’s commitment to financial integration and intra-African trade under the banner of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Developed by the African […]

 Over the past two years, Nigeria—Africa’s most populous country—has implemented difficult reforms to tackle long-standing obstacles weighing on the economy. While the reforms are starting to show results, poverty and food insecurity remain high, and the uncertain global environment presents additional challenges. As discussed in our latest annual economic health check of the West African nation, the right policies can help Nigeria realize its potential as an African and global economic […]

 Asmara Technical School yesterday graduated 143 students, including 61 female students, who completed two years of theoretical and practical training in auto mechanics, construction, woodwork, electronics, and electricity. Mr. Semere Worede, Director of the school, stated that Asmara Technical School is graduating students for the 64th time and that, in the 70 years since its establishment, it has graduated over 10,000 students. Mr. Semere noted that the school, with substantial […]

 First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama, on Friday, addressed beneficiaries at a comprehensive free public health screening event, emphasising the vital importance of early testing and proactive health management, especially for vulnerable populations within the community. The event, a collaboration between the Office of the First Lady and the Ghana AIDS Commission, provided essential health services to various community members, including hairdressers, tailors, head-porters (kayayee), and market women. Addressing the […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa will, at the invitation of His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, attend the XVII BRICS Summit from 6 to 7 July 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. BRICS is a political and diplomatic coordination forum for countries from the Global South. The BRICS Summit theme is “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”.  The Summit agenda […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the former Deputy President David Dabede Mabuza will be honoured with a State Funeral Category 2 on Saturday, 12 July 2025. Deputy President Mabuza, 64, passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, following a short illness. In terms of the State, Official and Provincial Official Funeral Policy Manual of The Presidency, the State Funeral Category 2 is reserved for the Deputy President of the […]

 President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Azali Assoumani, President of the Union of the Comoros, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar […]

 The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the the Union of the Comoros on the occasion of the anniversary of their independence. This historic occasion celebrates the resilience, unity, and unwavering determination of the Comorian people in shaping their own destiny. Since gaining independence, Comoros has played a pivotal role in advancing peace, sustainable development, and […]

 The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the the Republic of Malawi on the occasion of the anniversary of their independence. This momentous occasion is a testament to Malawi’s resilience, unity, and unwavering commitment to peace and development. As a valued member of our Union, Malawi continues to play a vital role in advancing our shared […]