insert_link Africa BMW bets big on Africa’s green hydrogen industry with SA fuel cell test vehicle By Seth Onyango, via bird story agency BMW has claimed its place as the breakout star in Africa's race for commercial hydrogen mobility with the unveiling of a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle in South Africa. In a shot in the arm for Africa's fledgling green hydrogen industry, the automaker chose Southern Africa for the test drive of its BMW iX5 Hydrogen. The continent has been seeking to […] today22 February, 2024
Namibia Oipindi yoipa yoinamwenyo yoondongi yakelelwa kongonga hangano yAfrica Oshikondo shililepo eameno loinamwenyo menenedu oshati osha tambulako nomaoko ashambekelwa elombwelo lovaleli voilyo longo yongonga hangano ya Africa, opo kuxulifwepo oipindi yoikafa yoondongi kova China menenedu. Eelopota doshikundaneki sho BBC oda popya kutya, oshikafa shoondongi osha kala noku longifwa kova China oku dulukapo omuti wouhaku wopamufyuulukwakalo hawiifanwa Ejiao. Otaku lopotwa pefimbo loshongalele shovaleli voilyo longo yongonga hangano ya Africa (AU) osho sheya pexulilo moshondaxa mo Adis Ababa sha Ethiopia, vadimina […] today20 February, 2024
insert_link Africa China’s demand for Africa’s donkeys is rising. Why it’s time to control the trade Women walk with their donkeys in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. Buena Vista Images/GettyImages Lauren Johnston, South African Institute of International Affairs In recent years, there’s been a huge, rising demand for donkey hides in China, where they are used to make an ancient health-related product called ejiao. Ejiao is made from collagen that’s been extracted from donkey hides mixed with herbs and other ingredients to create medicinal and health consumer products. […] today20 February, 2024
insert_link Africa Investors bet big on Africa’s logistics potential By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Africa's logistics sector is growing into a lucrative market and strategic hub within the global logistics network as investors' confidence in the sector increases. A new report by logistics company Agility confirms the global logistics industry is considering expansion plans or first-time investments in the continent’s logistics sector. According to Agility Vice Chairman Tarek Sultan, “This is the most optimism we’ve […] today15 February, 2024
insert_link Uncategorized Africa’s green energy potential lures crypto miners By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Nomadic crypto miners in search of affordable energy are eyeing Africa, with Ethiopia emerging as a prime location for blockchain mining. This pivot towards the continent is driven by its abundant renewable sources including solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. Ethiopia, with its colossal hydroelectric dam, has seen an increased inflow of bitcoin miners especially from China, who are dodging Beijing's tight […] today14 February, 2024
insert_link World US, Japan name China as hypothetical target of war games Japan and the US are identifying China as the hypothetical target of ongoing Pacific based war games for the first time. The two countries are carrying out Operation Keen Edge in Tokyo and Hawaii this week as they look to improve their readiness to respond to conflict scenarios. today5 February, 2024
insert_link Uncategorized China Pledges to Stabilise Markets But Gives No Detail Authorities in China say they will make efforts to stabilise markets after shares sank to a five year low on Friday. A massive selloff has seen more than $6 trillion of value wiped off the market. Patrick Fok reports. today5 February, 2024
insert_link World US and China Commit to Cooperating on Tackling Fentanyl Crisis The US and China are committing to work together on tackling the flow of fentanyl to the United States. It's seen as a rare sign of cooperation between the two global powers as they try to manage their ties.Patrick Fok reports. today31 January, 2024
insert_link Sport Former China football head to go on trial Monday The former head of China's top football body Chen Xuyuan is to stand trial for bribery on Monday, Beijing's state media said, as an anti-corruption drive sweeps up once-major players in the sport. Chen -- who as boss of the Chinese Football Association (CFA) once promised to turn a page on the corruption scandals that have plagued the sport -- was placed under investigation last February for "serious violations […] today29 January, 2024