Africa

Energy leaders converge in London for Africa Energies Summit

Energy leaders from across the globe have gathered in London for the Africa Energies Summit, hosted by the Frontier Energy Network. The three-day event, running until Thursday, 15 May, brings together industry experts, government representatives, and key stakeholders to discuss the future of energy in Africa, focusing on market opportunities, the energy transition, and technological advancements in the oil and gas sector. Africa Energies Summit, London 2025 - Shakwa Nyambe […]

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Nigerian Court holds football bodies accountable for player’s death, orders compensation

In a landmark ruling, the National Industrial Court of Nigeria has found Nasarawa United Football Club, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the League Management Company (LMC), and match commissioner Christian Mbah negligent in the death of footballer Chineme Martins. The court described the circumstances leading to Martins' death as "reprehensible" and ordered Nasarawa United to compensate his family. According to the BBC, Martins, 23, collapsed during a Nigerian Professional Football […]

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Sudan cuts ties with UAE following Port Sudan drone attacks

Smoke rises after explosions at South Port of the city of Port Sudan following drone attacks (Stringer/Anadolu via Getty) Sudan has officially cut diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), accusing the Gulf nation of backing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) responsible for recent drone attacks on Port Sudan, including its only operational international airport. The Sudanese army reported intercepting drones targeting the Flamingo naval base in Port […]

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African Union launches agricultural strategy to increase food security

A farmer applies conservation agriculture techniques, emphasizing soil cover, minimal disturbance, and crop diversity.Photo:Berthold Malyata / GIZ Namibia The African Union (AU) has launched the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan for 2026–2035, aiming to enhance food production, increase agricultural trade, and reduce post-harvest losses across the continent. Speaking at the launch in Kempton Park, AU Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment, […]

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DRC and Rwanda submit draft peace agreement

Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have submitted a draft peace proposal as part of a U.S.-led initiative to end the protracted conflict in eastern Congo. According to Reuters, this move is seen as a significant step towards resolving decades-long hostilities in a region abundant in valuable minerals such as tantalum, gold, cobalt, copper, and lithium. Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe announced that a […]

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8am News-22nd April, 2025

Headline #Health Ministry Provides Explanation on Swakopmund Video #Nandi-Ndaitwah Targets Poor Performers #Universities South Africa call for strict gun-free policies across campuses #ISWAP Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attacks on Nigerian Forces and Civilians ......PLUS #Trump stands behind Hegseth over second Signal chat _________________________________________________________ It's Tuesday April 22nd and with your news at 8am, I'm Leonard Witbeen Local 1 The Ministry of Health has responded to a viral video showing nurses […]

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7am News -22nd April 2025

Headlines: #Nandi-Ndaitwah Pledges to Fire Slack Officials #Health Ministry Explains Swakopmund Hospital Video #DA Moves Forward with Legal Challenge Against VAT Hike in South Africa #South Sudan's Army Recaptures Key Town in Upper Nile State ...PLUS #U.S Dems in El Salvador to demand release of wrongfully deported man _________________________________________________________ It's Tuesday April 22nd and with your news at 7am, I'm Leonard Witbeen Local 1 President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has vowed to […]

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Namibia needs US$ 9 billion (N$166.5 billion) to set up a nuclear power plant

By: Hertha Ekandjo Energy expert, Andreas Simon says Namibia needs between US$ 6 and 9 billion (N$166.5 billion) to set up a nuclear power plant depending on the scale and technology used. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah suggested over the weekend that Namibia should move towards a nuclear power plant. She said a mix of reliable energy and clean energy is needed to grow the economy and take people out of poverty. […]

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Swartbooi says that more funds won’t fix education sector

https://youtu.be/Scr3P0W8bw8 By: Josia Shigwedha Landless People’s Movement (LPM) leader Bernadus Swartbooi says despite the increased budget allocation to the ministry of education, no real changes will be seen in the country’s education sector. This comes after the recently merged education ministry saw a budget increase from around N$18 billion in 2024/2025 to nearly N$25 billion in the 2025/2026 national budget. The newly appointed finance minister, Ericah Shafudah, tabled the […]

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