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 The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) 15th Bi-Annual General Assembly and Scientific Conference opened with powerful calls for African scientific sovereignty and renewed investment in the continent's research capabilities. The four-day event, themed "Empowering and Advancing Africa's Scientific Enterprise," features prominent voices in African science and development policy. The 15th Bi-annual General Assembly and Scientific Conference was held in Abuja, Nigeria, from December 9–12, 2024. In opening remarks, Professor Kevin […]

 In significant efforts to strengthen public health and improve vaccine access in Africa, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have jointly announced a $45 million financing package for VaxSen, a subsidiary of Senegal’s Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD). The financing agreement, signed on December 13, 2024, in the presence of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in Dakar, underscores Senegal's […]

 Mike Sangster, Senior Vice President Africa at TotalEnergies E&P, has been confirmed as a speaker at the inaugural Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF), set to take place on March 25-26, 2025 in Brazzaville. Representing one of the world’s largest integrated energy companies, Sangster will highlight TotalEnergies’ ongoing efforts to drive sustainable energy growth in the Republic of Congo and across the continent. Sangster is expected to delve into TotalEnergies’ strategic investments, […]

 The African Development Bank Group’s (www.AfDB.org) Boards of Directors have approved yesterday the proposal by the Bank’s Management to construct a modern, state-of-the-art building to host its headquarters in Côte d’Ivoire’s commercial capital, Abidjan. The executive directors unanimously approved the proposal, stating it was important for the Bank to maintain its strong presence in Abidjan and to invest in a work environment that supports the well-being of its staff. The […]

 The African Development Bank Group’s (www.AfDB.org) Boards of Directors have approved yesterday the proposal by the Bank’s Management to construct a modern, state-of-the-art building to host its headquarters in Côte d’Ivoire’s commercial capital, Abidjan. The executive directors unanimously approved the proposal, stating it was important for the Bank to maintain its strong presence in Abidjan and to invest in a work environment that supports the well-being of its staff. The […]

 The inaugural ExxonMobil Jr. NBA League Angola Finals (www.NBA.com) took place on Saturday, December 14, at the Pavilhão Dream Space in Luanda, Angola, with two-time WNBA champion and eight-time All-Star Sylvia Fowles in attendance.  Instituto Medio de Administração Gestão (Boston Celtics) were crowned the inaugural champions in both the girls’ and boys’ divisions, respectively, following seven months of competition since the launch of the league last May.  The league, operated […]

 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) recently joined a consortium of financial institutions in London to sign a landmark syndicated term loan facility for Bank of Industry (BOI) Nigeria of up to EUR 2 billion. Afreximbank, acted as one of the Initial Mandated Lead Arrangers, Bookrunner and Facility Agent. The Bank disbursed its participation amount of EUR 175 million in September 2024 in two tranches of EUR 115 million in Tranche […]

 The Egyptian Drug Authority approved the insulin glargine injection manufactured by EVA Pharma (www.EVAPharma.com) through a collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY). Launched in 2022, the collaboration aims to deliver a sustainable supply of high-quality, affordable human and analog insulin to at least one million people annually living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs), most of which are in Africa.  This marks […]

  Creative Engagement: Canon’s photography training and Creative Park activities provide children with special needs and their guardians a space to bond and explore creative expression together. Moments of Joy: The initiative equips families with tools to capture special moments and nurture joyful, enriching experiences. Canon Central and North Africa (Canon-CNA.com), a leader in imaging solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with the Al Amel Association, a non-profit organisation […]