Africa
“Nigerian Unions Call Off Strike to Negotiate Minimum Wage with Government”
June 4, 2024
“Nigerian Unions Call Off Strike to Negotiate Minimum Wage with Government”
Nigeria’s main labor unions, the Nigerian Labor Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), have suspended their indefinite strike…
Egypt’s President Reappoints PM Madbouly
June 4, 2024
Egypt’s President Reappoints PM Madbouly
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has reappointed Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly to form a new government . This comes after…
“South Africa’s Election Sees Surprise Impact from Jacob Zuma’s MK Party”
May 31, 2024
“South Africa’s Election Sees Surprise Impact from Jacob Zuma’s MK Party”
Jacob Zuma’s newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has emerged as a major disruptor in South Africa’s election, exceeding expectations…
Senegal’s President Faye Says Mali Open to Discussion on ECOWAS Membership
May 31, 2024
Senegal’s President Faye Says Mali Open to Discussion on ECOWAS Membership
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye made his first official visit to Mali on Thursday, where he met with his Malian…
Nigeria Secures $500 Million World Bank Loan for Electricity Sector
May 31, 2024
Nigeria Secures $500 Million World Bank Loan for Electricity Sector
Nigeria has secured a $500 million loan from the World Bank to boost its electricity sector, specifically targeting power distribution.…
Nigeria Switches Back to Pre-Independence National Anthem
May 31, 2024
Nigeria Switches Back to Pre-Independence National Anthem
In response to widespread criticism, Nigeria has recently enacted legislation reinstating its former national anthem, originally discarded by a military…
Black Stars Invite Fans to Watch Training Session Before Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
May 31, 2024
Black Stars Invite Fans to Watch Training Session Before Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has declared that the upcoming training session of the Black Stars on Friday will welcome…
Microsoft and Zindi Collaborate to Enhance AI Skills Across Africa
May 30, 2024
Microsoft and Zindi Collaborate to Enhance AI Skills Across Africa
A groundbreaking partnership between Zindi and Microsoft is bringing new hope to the future of tech talents across Africa. This…
Nigerians Divided Over Return Of Old National Anthem
May 30, 2024
Nigerians Divided Over Return Of Old National Anthem
President Bola Tinubu sparked controversy this week after signing a bill reinstating Nigeria’s pre-independence national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.”…
South Africa Election: Early Results Trickle In
May 30, 2024
South Africa Election: Early Results Trickle In
South Africa’s recent elections, considered the most closely contested since the African National Congress (ANC) came to power 30 years…