By Maxwell Awumah, GNA Ho, May 27, GNA – Africa’s economies are projected to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, moderating slightly from…
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South African President Ramaphosa challenges Phala Phala report in court
CAPE TOWN, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, on Tuesday filed a legal challenge in the Western Cape High Court against…
Zambia’s broadcasting regulator issues guidelines on election coverage
LUSAKA, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — Zambia’s broadcasting regulator, on Tuesday released guidelines for a fair, balanced and responsible broadcasting of this year’s general elections.…
10 kidnapped, house burned in central Nigeria attack
ABUJA, May 25 (Xinhua/GNA) — Nigerian police said on Monday, that an investigation and rescue operation had been launched after 10 people were abducted…
African diplomats urge inclusive dialogue in South Sudan ahead of December polls
JUBA, May 25 (Xinhua.GNA) — African diplomats have called for inclusive dialogue among all parties in South Sudan, ahead of the country’s highly anticipated…
At least 28 killed in mine collapse in northern Angola
LUANDA, May 24 (Xinhua/GNA) — At least 28 people were killed on Saturday in a landslide at an illegal gold mine in Nambuangongo Municipality…
Benin president Talon says successor will elevate country to ranks of great nations
COTONOU, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — Benin’s outgoing President, Patrice Talon, said Thursday that under the leadership of his successor, Romuald Wadagni, the country would…
China-Africa ties boost continent’s modernization, talent growth: expert
HARARE, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — China’s relationship with Africa has widened the continent’s development options, and helped transfer knowledge to many African countries through…
South Africa calls for deeper African integration as NEPAD marks 25 years
CAPE TOWN, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — South African Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, on Thursday called for deeper African integration, faster industrialization and greater African…
Kenyan researcher wins international award for throat cancer breakthrough
May 22, (Daily Nation/GNA) – A Kenyan researcher has won an international award for outstanding research on throat cancer. Prof George Njoroge, chief scientific…
Libya’s banks distribute dollars for first time in 13 years in bid to stabilize currency
Libya’s banks distribute dollars for first time in 13 years in bid to stabilize currency TRIPOLI, May 20 (Xinhua/GNA) — For the first time…
Namibia launches FAO-backed project to boost pearl millet production
WINDHOEK, May 20 (Xinhua/GNA) — Namibia on Wednesday, launched a project aimed at improving the productivity and value chain development of pearl millet, locally…
Macron announces €23bn in investment for Africa at Nairobi summit
Nairobi, May 12, (dpa/GNA) – French President, Emmanuel Macron, was in Nairobi on Monday for the Africa Forward Summit, where he announced investments totalling…
Tanzanian president calls for stronger cooperation on Africa’s nuclear energy
DAR ES SALAAM, May 19 (Xinhua/GNA) — Tanzanian President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has called for stronger cooperation among African countries and international partners to…
Uganda tightens Ebola prevention measures following 2 imported cases
KAMPALA, May 19 (Xinhua/GNA) — Uganda on Tuesday announced a series of measures to prevent the spread of Ebola, after two imported cases of…
DR Congo races to contain Ebola as death toll hits 136
KINSHASA, May 19 (Xinhua/GNA) — The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is racing to contain its latest Ebola outbreak, after it was declared…
Nigeria-U.S. airstrikes kill 175 IS fighters, commanders, says Nigerian military
ABUJA, May 19 (Xinhua/GNA) — A total of 175 Islamic State fighters and top commanders, have been killed by Nigerian troops and U.S. forces…
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a public health emergency
Geneva, May 18, (dpa/GNA) – The World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday, declared an international public health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in…
65 deaths reported in Congo Ebola outbreak
Cape Town,May 15, (dpa/GNA) – Laboratory tests have confirmed that four people died of the deadly Ebola virus in Congo, health authorities said on…
UN agencies warn of ‘extremely concerning’ hunger crisis in Sudan
Nairobi, May 15, (dpa/GNA) – UN agencies warned on Friday that conditions in Sudan are set to worsen further, as a deepening hunger crisis…