Tag: africa
‘Children laugh at me for being white’: A mixed-race American in Africa
Every time I crossed the courtyard, walked past the well in the corner and slipped out of the baby blue…
Africa: US to counter China, Russia influence – Bolton
US National Security Adviser, John Bolton, said his country plans to counter the rapidly expanding economic and political influence of…
‘Obesity Rising In Africa, 672m People Affected Globally’FAO, Says FAO
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has raised the alarm over what it termed “fastest rising incidences of obesity in…
Africa: UN chief advocates inclusive, sustainable industrial development
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Africa, saying it is critical for achieving…
How Africa can earn polio-free certification – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said Africa stood the chance of being certified polio-free by the end of 2019 or…
Africa is ‘on the rise’ – Guterres
Africa is “on the move and on the rise” with communities coming together to resolve their problems and offer mutual…
Internet connectivity triples in Africa – AU
The African Continent is exhibiting one of the fastest growth rate in internet penetration worldwide with digital connectivity almost tripled…
Africa needs to speak with one voice on climate issues – Kenya Minister
Africa needs to prepare and speak with one voice when it goes to COP 24 in Katowice, Poland, in December,…
Australia to join race for Africa
Australia is seeking to join China, UK and Europe in the race to increase business footprints in Africa. The country’s…
Melania Trump takes off for Africa on first major solo trip
U.S. first lady, Melania Trump, set off for Africa as she embarks on her first major trip without the president.
Building Africa’s Laboratory Workforce must be prioritised – ASLM Director
Since laboratory professionals play a vital role in the identification of diseases, ensuring the reliability of laboratory investigations and reporting…
Human trafficking: Ex-Gambian VP calls for strong legislation
A former Gambian Vice-President, Hajiya Fatoumata Tambajang, has called for stronger legislation to curtail the menace of human trafficking in…
Poverty eradication: Buhari urges Africa to explore demographic opportunities
President Muhammadu Buhari has called on Africa to explore the opportunities which demographic dividend offered to promote poverty eradication and…
U.S. concerned about currency swaps between Africa, China
The U.S. is concerned that increased currency swap agreements between China and African nations will reduce visibility into financial transactions…
Sen. Sani warns Africa against creditor/debtor relationship with China
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, Sen. Shehu Sani, has cautioned against emphasis on loan in the…