Tag: africa
UNESCO reiterates need to document Africa’s cultural heritage
The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation UNESCO, has reiterated the need to document cultural heritage in Africa, for prosperity.
Kane’s double sinks Tunisia, as Africa loses again
Captain Harry Kane scored twice, including an injury-time winner, as England battled to victory over Tunisia in their opening game…
Tourism creates 21m jobs in Africa – AU
The African Union (AU) says the tourism sector supports about 21 million jobs in Africa with value of over 160…
Botswana FM calls for complete “decolonisation” in Africa
Botswana’s Foreign Minister Vincent Seretse on Friday called for the complete decolonization of Africa.
Korea announces $5 billion financial package for Africa
The Government of Korea and the African Development Bank have issued a Joint Declaration following the conclusion of the Ministerial…
South Korea demands sincerity in relationship with Africa
South Korea on Tuesday expressed commitment in improving its relationship with Africa, especially through the African Development Bank (AfDB) to…
Africa urged to establish gender inclusive policies to achieve SDGs
The UN specialised agency on trade on Monday urged African governments to establish gender inclusive policies in order to promote…
World Bank boss urges Africa to adopt digitilised economies method
The World Bank Group President, Mr Jim Kim, has urged African countries to grow with the ditilised economies and the spread…
Excessive, discriminatory charges root of underdeveloped African aviation – ICAO
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) on Tuesday said excessive and discriminatory charges by countries were hindering the development of…
Yellow Fever: U.N. seeks to eliminate epidemics in Africa by 2026
Nearly one billion people in Africa will be vaccinated against yellow fever by 2026 in an ambitious United Nations campaign…
Climate Change: UN says Africa is embracing technology
African countries are beginning to embrace technology in managing climate change, a UN official said on Monday.
Counter Terrorism Financing: Algeria calls for “continental strategy” in Africa
Algeria on Monday urged African countries to draw up a continental strategy to counter terrorism financing in its different forms.
African continent needs to re-think its leadership – Former Minister
The Pro-Chancellor of Bayero University Kano, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, has said that Africa needs a re-think about the leadership in…
South Africa ready to play part in promoting free trade area in Africa – President Ramaphosa
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged on Tuesday to work towards the establishment of a free trade area in Africa.
African countries should weigh Chinese loans carefully -Tillerson
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said on Thursday that African countries should weigh Chinese loans carefully, while adding that…
U.S. solicits Africa’s cooperation against N. Korea, terrorism
The U.S. has sought for the cooperation of the African region in pressuring North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to give…
Africa loses $80bn annually through Illicit Financial Flow – Adeosun
Nigeria and global organisations, including the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the World Bank Group, have agreed on…
UN Secretary-General says illicit financial activities against Africa exceeds aid
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has decried the implications of illicit activities against Africa, saying it is more than the international…
Cancer: 28 African countries ill equipped – UN agency
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has decried the lack of a single radiotherapy machine for cancer treatment in 28…
Malaria remains Africa’s major healthcare challenge
The African Union (AU) and the UN said Friday that the malaria epidemic remains Africa’s major health care challenge.
Korra Obidi Out With “Africa“
Musical artiste and ''Man like you'' crooner Korra Obidi has a new single titled “Africa“.
We’re working towards making Lagos 3rd largest economy in Africa – Ambode
Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday said his administration is working and targeting making Lagos the third largest economy…
650 people killed in road crash daily in Africa – UN
At least, 650 people were killed daily in road accidents throughout Africa, Jean Todt, UN Special Envoy for Road Safety…
Africa’s rapid urbanization can drive industrialization
A UN report on Thursday made concrete recommendations on how the right African policy framework could harness the continent’s rapid…
Africa holds key for feeding 9 billion people by 2050 – Adesina
Africa holds the key for feeding the nine billion people that will inhabit this planet by 2050, the President of…
Africa spends $35bn annually on food imports – AfDB
The President of African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, said that Africa was spending 35 billion dollars annually on…
Dabiri-Erewa calls for connect between Africa and diaspora
Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, has called on Africa…
Lagos Ready To Emerge Africa’s tourism, entertainment hub – Ambode
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday said the State is more than ready to take the driving seat…
Niger has potential to produce food for Africa – Osinbajo
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo says that Niger has the capacity to produce assorted food crops that will feed the African…
Nigeria key to research efforts in Africa
The Association of Commonwealth Universities on Wednesday lauded Nigeria’s contributions to research activities within Africa.