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 The World Health Organization (WHO) Ghana has welcomed Dr Fiona Braka as its new Country Representative, following official endorsement by the Government of Ghana. A seasoned public health expert from Uganda, Dr Braka brings to her new role over two decades of extensive experience in disease prevention and control, public health emergency management, and strategic leadership. She will lead WHO Ghana’s technical and operational work, collaborating with the Ministry of […]

 On 2 May 2025 the members of the Strategic Orientation Committee of the ECOWAS Regional Agency for Agriculture and Food (RAAF) meet in Lomé, Togo, to assess the 2024 activity report and financial execution for the 2024 financial year. The meeting of the Steering Committee is the twelfth of its kind since the launch of RAAF in 2013. This governance body is a key forum for accountability, experience sharing and […]

 In the evolving and competitive energy landscape of Africa, the Frontier and Africa Energies Summit in London holds a critical position, drawing substantial revenue from the continent's thriving markets. However, there is a glaring issue that the organization cannot afford to ignore: the lack of Black Africans in its workforce. This absence raises serious concerns about the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it’s time for Africa Energies Summit […]

 Digital Afrique Telecom (DAT) (www.DigitalAfriqueTelecom.com), a leading digital solutions provider in West Africa, today announced a strategic partnership with IDCanopy, Europe’s trusted compliance and identity verification platform, to deliver cutting-edge Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) services fully compliant with the latest regulations from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). This collaboration combines DAT’s deep regional expertise with IDCanopy’s globally recognized compliance technology, empowering banks, fintechs, […]

 World Football Summit (www.WorldFootballSummit.com), the premier global event for the football industry, today released a comprehensive report on the state and future of African football, revealing unprecedented commercial opportunities as the continent prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Morocco, Spain, and Portugal. The report, developed in collaboration with #AfricaScores intelligence platform, identifies five critical areas where smart businesses can engage with Africa's rapidly evolving football ecosystem: Key […]

 The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) (www.AWIEForum.org) has announced the theme for its prestigious annual conference taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Cape Town, South Africa, from 30 to 31 October 2025. As a leading pan-African organisation driving women’s entrepreneurship and innovation, AWIEF continues to provide a powerful platform to promote inclusive economic growth and gender equity across the continent. AWIEF2025 is the 11th […]

 Mr. Amadou Hott (www.AmadouHott.com), former Vice President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) and former Minister of Economy, Planning and Cooperation of Senegal has laid out his bold yet pragmatic vision to accelerate Africa’s transformation as part of his candidacy for the Presidency of the Bank. During a debate organized by Brookings Institution featuring all five candidates, Amadou Hott stood out as an experienced leader capable of drawing from his […]

 WHO Egypt has signed a new £1 million funding agreement with the UK Government to help provide high-quality medical care for patients who have been evacuated from Gaza to receive treatment in Egypt. The project aims to support around 4000 individuals, including trauma patients and those with chronic conditions. The new funding complements an initial £1 million grant provided a few months ago, bringing the total UK contribution to £2 million. Earlier this […]

 Established in 1990 in Nigeria, Bureau Veritas (https://group.BureauVeritas.com) has grown to become a trusted partner for businesses and industries across various markets, supporting their journey towards excellence and compliance. With a network of five offices across Nigeria, Bureau Veritas continues to play a major role in helping businesses and government institutions manage risks and ensure compliance with international quality, safety, and environmental standards. Since its inception, Bureau Veritas Nigeria has […]