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  Africa’s digital commerce economy is growing fast, but not without friction. Fragmented retail, inconsistent data, complex payments, rising fraud risk and disconnected customer journeys continue to slow down scale for retailers, brands and marketplaces across the continent. Converge Africa 2026 will place these challenges at the centre of its agenda, as the continent’s leading digital commerce, fintech and retail technology players gather from 4 to 6 May 2026 at […]

  Mining Review Africa invites readers to explore the latest developments shaping the mining industry in Issue 1 of its digimag, now available as a free download. This edition takes a closer look at how technology is supporting more sustainable mining practices, including the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping the mine of the future. It also examines how strategic partnerships across the sector are helping to build sustainable […]

  The National Library of Seychelles this morning hosted the first official commemoration of Abolition of Slavery Day, led by President Dr. Patrick Herminie, bringing together history, culture and national reflection The ceremony opened with poetry by young Seychellois Tyler Rosalie, whose performance of “En let pou mon met” immediately set a reflective tone. His line, "We have broken the chains that bound our hands, now let us free our […]

  The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, will undertake an official overseas mission from 3 to 10 February 2026, encompassing participation in the World Government Summit (WGS) in Dubai, followed by a State Visit to the Republic of India. From 3 to 5 February 2026, President Herminie will participate in the World Governments Summit alongside more than 35 fellow Heads of State and Government. This year’s Summit […]

  President John Dramani Mahama on Saturday launched the Sheapark Resource Hub Project in Wa, noting that the launch was a deliberate policy choice, which reflects the government’s determination to reset Ghana’s development trajectory by investing in the people, unlocking regional strengths, and ensuring that no part of the country is left behind in the Reset Agenda. President Mahama said the Upper West Sheapark Resource Hub is anchored in the […]

  President John Dramani Mahama will pay a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from 4 to 6 February 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama will be accompanied by Her Excellency Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, First Lady of the Republic. During the visit, President Mahama will hold bilateral talks with President Hakainde Hichilema on matters of mutual interest, including strengthening diplomatic […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will receive the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein. The two leaders are scheduled to hold an official session of talks to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. Additionally, they will review the latest regional and international developments of mutual interest. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the […]

  The Ministry of Education conducted an activity assessment meeting for 2025 and discussed its action plan for 2026. At the meeting, which was attended by heads of departments and units, representatives of Eritrean schools in Sudan, as well as representatives of the UNESCO office, a detailed report was presented focusing on activities implemented in 2025 and the action plan for 2026. According to the reports presented, over 35,000 adults, […]

  The High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security concluded on Friday, 30th January, 2026 with a meeting at the level of Heads of State and Government. Delivering his remarks during the Opening Session, the President of the Republic of Ghana and host stated that the Consultative Conference was being held at a defining moment in the region were leadership must be anchored in dialogue, solidarity and unwavering commitment […]