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 With aims to advance the country’s gas monetization agenda, the Republic of Congo is preparing to release a Gas Master Plan, which promises significant socioeconomic benefits and industrial growth. Developed by Congo’s national oil company Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo in collaboration with data and analytics solutions company Wood Mackenzie, the plan is set for launch at the inaugural Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) this March in Brazzaville.  Demonstrating a […]

 ​Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi attended the 57th National Day celebrations of the Republic of Mauritius as the Chief Guest. 2.​ During the celebrations, President of the Republic of Mauritius H.E. Mr. Dharambeer Gokhool conferred the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean (G.C.S.K) award, the highest civilian award of Mauritius, on Prime Minister Modi. This is the first time that an Indian […]

 Malawi could generate up to $30 billion (https://apo-opa.co/4bJnYZL) from mineral exports between 2026 and 2040, with annual revenues expected to hit $3 billion by 2034, according to the World Bank. The financial institution projects the sector to account for 12% of the country’s GDP by 2027, driven by new projects and the expansion of existing production initiatives. As prospects within Malawi’s mining industry continue to grow, the upcoming African Mining […]

 The UN World Health Organization (WHO) has stepped up efforts to improve vaccination coverage in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by providing vital logistical support, including boats and motorcycles to reach remote communities along the Congo River.  The initiative aims to curb the spread of preventable diseases such as polio, measles and yellow fever which remain a persistent threat in hard-to-reach areas. Speedy response WHO delivered 79 outboard motors, […]

 To safeguard public health, the Cabinet has approved a nationwide asbestos removal initiative from all public and private facilities.  This initiative aims to mitigate the serious health risks associated with asbestos exposure. Asbestos, widely used in Kenya’s construction industry during the 1960s and 1970s, remains present in government buildings, hospitals, schools, and even water supply systems.  Classified as a human carcinogen, asbestos exposure is linked to severe health conditions, including […]

  Top 100 startups from across Nigeria will compete for cash prizes totaling ₦100 million and alongside valuable business to business meetings with angel investors. Dotmount Communications, publishers of Pleasures Magazine (www.PleasuresMagazine.com.ng) is the organizer. The African Industrial and Development Conference and Awards (AIDCA) is set to host the Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition (EPC) finals in Abuja, Nigeria, in partnership with SeedsPad Qatar and Keystone Bank. This event will spotlight the […]

 APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African media relations and communications consultancy, is pleased to announce the promotion of Papa Chimere Diop to Director of Strategic Growth&Market Development at Group level. This appointment, effective from 1 March 2025, highlights APO Group’s commitment to strengthening its commercial leadership and driving expansion across Africa.  Chimere, who previously served as Senior Sales Director and later Senior Growth Director, has been instrumental in shaping APO […]

 This month saw the exciting launch of BizTrendsTV. A first-of-its-kind venture and global benchmark for the continent, presenting Bizcommunity’s (www.Bizcommunity.com) annual award-winning trends in exciting new formats, in collaboration with Rapt Creative and The Real-Networks consortium. BizTrendsTV will leverage multimedia platforms, including YouTube as well as podcasts and social media platforms to provide business professionals with accessible, engaging, and authoritative trend resources from Africa’s top thought leaders with a uniquely […]

 Africa’s energy sector continues to show resilience and dynamism, with capital expenditure (CapEx) on oil and gas projects remaining a key driver of growth. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (EnergyChamber.org/) State of African Energy 2025 Outlook Report, investment remains strong in 2025, with total CapEx estimated at $43 billion, while long-term projections indicate an increase to $54 billion by 2030 – reinforcing Africa’s position as a critical player in the […]