Africa

Former teammate of Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray, Álvaro Morata has nothing but praise for the Nigerian striker. The Spaniard believes that the forward of the Istanbul club is among the three best center-forwards in the world. Álvaro Morata has fond memories of his collaboration with Victor Osimhen. The two forwards shared the same locker room […]

Commercial traffic in the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels on September 10, according to Kpler, far below levels observed before the war. This contraction raises concerns about global energy supplies as oil remains above $100 per barrel.

On the eve of World First Aid Day, the Red Cross emphasizes that a useful first aid kit relies primarily on simple, accessible, and regularly checked supplies.

Houthi forces reached Dhubab on Friday, on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, according to two Yemeni government sources cited by Reuters. Their advance brings the movement closer to a vital passage point for global maritime trade.

The United Arab Emirates is reassessing the architecture of its extensive data center campus for artificial intelligence. The 5 GW project may be distributed across multiple sites and fortified against drones and missiles, according to Reuters.

ASPAC has successfully launched its African campaign. The Beninese club defeated The Panthers FC (3-1) on Thursday in Douala during the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup 2026-2027, taking a significant advantage ahead of the return leg. ASPAC can smile. In their debut in the Confederation Cup, the Beninese representative achieved an excellent result […]

Signed on September 9 in Seoul, the new protocol covers funding related to digitalization, mining supply chains, and green infrastructure.

From September 14 to 18, 2026, ESDAM graduates will present their final collections inspired by the musical and fashion universe of the Beninese salsero.

The U.S. export bank EXIM is preparing a loan of nearly $100 million to Africell to modernize its networks in Angola, Gambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sierra Leone with American and allied equipment.

The event organized on Saturday in Sandton will feature yoga, Pilates, and HIIT, beauty and nutrition booths, as well as meetings with wellness professionals.

In its detailed report on the new 2023 base, INStaD quantifies the effects of the rebasing on public finances: the debt ratio mechanically decreases from 58.1% to 46.4% of GDP for 2023, while tax pressure falls by 2.7 percentage points.

Three sessions are planned in Cotonou, Abomey, and Parakou to discuss the quality and circulation of products directly related to beauty and wellness.

The Rwandan and Tanzanian armies are holding their 16th border commanders’ meeting in Nyagatare, focusing on security and cooperation along their shared border.

From September 15 to 17 in Tamale, producers, cooperatives, and buyers will gather around a specific goal: to increase local shea processing and promote Ghanaian brands.

The Competition Authority of Kenya has approved Diageo’s sale of its 65% stake in East African Breweries to Asahi, a deal valued at $2.3 billion. However, the transaction remains surrounded by ongoing legal proceedings.

Until September 25, a collective challenge invites the public to accumulate 10 million steps via DIZONLI, leading up to a free prevention and fitness day in Cotonou.

The Nigerian Communications Commission is deploying a central registry for IMEI numbers to control devices using a SIM card. Unregistered or non-compliant equipment may be blocked from accessing Nigerian mobile networks.

From September 11 to 21, the Efua Sutherland Children’s Park hosts the 14th edition of the Ghana Garden and Flower Show, featuring horticulture, decor, workshops, and nature-inspired creations.

The Minerals Commission of Ghana is preparing minimum wage and bidding thresholds for mining subcontractors to limit excessively low bids and protect working conditions.

The Ministry of Budget and Public Service announces the arrest of one person in connection with an investigation into payments allegedly demanded from job seekers regarding recruitment at a gold mining company in Atacora. The facts remain presumed at this stage.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is implementing a framework in Benin that combines advisory services, financing, and risk-sharing to support SMEs, high-potential businesses, and innovative startups.

The Dangote refinery has purchased at least 16 million barrels of Nigerian crude for delivery in October, amounting to approximately 520,000 barrels per day. These volumes would cover most of its monthly needs as the group prepares for its IPO.