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Russia-Africa Expo-2025: Spotlighting Africa’s Economic Potentials for Russian Investors -By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh
Designed as an investment and entrepreneurial platform, the ‘Russia-Africa Expo-2025. Made in Africa’ held in Moscow, in mid-October, attracted state officials, investors and business people from Africa and Russia who are highly-interested in...
The African Union’s Congratulatory Letter To Paul Biya Is A Betrayal Of Its Founding Ideals -By Isaac Asabor
When the African Union (AU) recently extended its congratulations to Paul Biya on his so-called “eighth-term victory” in Cameroon, it did not just betray the Cameroonian people, it mocked its own founding principles. The same institution that once...
If U.S. Invades Nigeria: The Hidden Cost to Nigeria’s Solid Mineral Sector
Speculations about a possible invasion of Nigeria by the United States may seem remote, but in the context of global geopolitics, such scenarios are often built on layered motives including political, economic, humanitarian, and religious...
Coup reports scaring investors, hurting economy—Presidency
The Presidency has said that recent media reports about alleged coup plots are damaging the country’s economy and discouraging foreign investment. Speaking on Arise News’ Prime Time programme on Thursday evening, Special Adviser to the President...
Mali Court jails Former Prime Minister for criticizing military regime
A court in Mali has sentenced former Prime Minister Moussa Mara to two years in prison for a social media post that criticised the country’s military rulers over their restriction of democratic freedoms, his lawyer confirmed on Monday. Mara, one...
U.S. ordered all nonemergency personnel, family to leave Mali
Oct. 30 (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of State on Thursday ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave Mali, where the government is in armed conflict with al-Qaida-linked terrorists. "The Department of State ordered...
Mali initiates campaign to revitalize national news agency
BAMAKO, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- Mali has embarked on a revitalization program for its national news agency under the theme of "For Accessible, Credible and Sovereign Information." Unveiled on Monday at the Bamako International Conference Center, the...
Exit of B/Faso, Mali, Niger from ICC not in citizens’ interest
The resolution by Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to exit the International Criminal Court (ICC) over some allegations against the global justice platform, particularly at a time when the Sahel region is still engulfed by turmoil, the end of which no...
The Best Music From West Africa in October 2025
MUSIC OkayAfrica’s list of the best West African songs and tracks highlights top music and artists, including Lali x Lola, Oumou Sangaré, The Cavemen, and more. This month’s list includes music from Mali, Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone....
US orders nonemergency personnel to leave Mali
WASHINGTON, Oct 30 (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department on Thursday ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave Mali due to safety risks, as the government there comes under increasing pressure from al Qaeda-linked...
NFF President issues update on Eric Chelle's future as Super Eagles coach ahead of AFCON 2025
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau has provided an update on Eric Chelle's future as Super Eagles head coach There are rumours that Chelle could be sacked if Nigeria fails to secure a slot at the intercontinental playoff Gusau has assured that the...
The African Union’s Congratulatory Letter To Paul Biya Is A Betrayal Of Its
When the African Union (AU) recently extended its congratulations to Paul Biya on his so-called “eighth-term victory” in Cameroon, it did not just betray the Cameroonian people, it mocked its own founding principles. The same institution that once...
Unverified coup reports scaring investors, hurting economy, Presidency warns
The Presidency has said that recent media reports about alleged coup plots are damaging the country’s economy and discouraging foreign investment. Speaking on Arise News’ Prime Time programme on Thursday evening, Special Adviser to the President...
U.S. orders non-emergency employees to leave Mali because of safety risks
Open this photo in gallery:People gather at a gas station due to shortage of petrol in Bamako, Mali, earlier this month.Idriss Sangare/Reuters The U.S. State Department on Thursday ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave...
Serbia to upgrade medical centres and wastewater infrastructure with EIB Global financing of over €192 million
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. EIB’s development arm commits €192.5 million for improvements to clinical centres and wastewater in Serbia. EIB Global loan of €157 million for the...
Subedi to be presented SAARC Lifetime Achievement Award
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Nov. 5: Foundation of SAARC Writers and Literature (FOSWAL) has announced that Prof. Abhi Subedi from Nepal along with Madhav Kaushik and Ashis Nandi (both from India) will receive SAARC Lifetime Achievement Award...
US orders non-emergency employees to leave Mali due to safety risks
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. State Department on Thursday ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave Mali due to safety risks, as the government there comes under increasing pressure from al Qaeda-linked insurgents, who...
A Preview Of Africa’s Hopefuls At The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup In Qatar
SURAKARTA, INDONESIA - DECEMBER 02: A detailed view of the FIFA U-17 World Cup winners trophy prior to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Final match between Germany and France at Manahan Stadium on December 02, 2023 in Surakarta, Indonesia. (Photo by Alex...
After US, Italy asks citizens to leave Mali amid fuel blockade, fears of Al Qaeda takeover
Italy has warned its citizens against travel to the African nation of Mali, citing the worsening security concerns there. “Italian nationals already in Mali are urged to leave the country as soon as possible,” the Italian Foreign Ministry said on...
List of 10 African countries with lowest IMF debt in 2025
Several African countries, including Kenya, rely on the International Monetary Fund for loans amid high budget deficits However, some nations are less reliant on the Bretton Woods institution, since its loans come with conditions Among the nations...