CIIE a key trade platform for Africa, says South African expert

JOHANNESBURG, Nov. 4, (Xinhua/GNA) — The China International Import Expo (CIIE) is an important platform, for Africa to showcase its products and enhance trade…

Lightning strike kills 14, injures 34 in northern Uganda: police

KAMPALA, Nov. 5 (Xinhua/GNA) — Fourteen people were killed and 34 others injured, when lightning struck a prayer gathering in Lamwo District, northern Uganda,…

At least 13 journalists killed since war broke out in Sudan: journalists syndicate

PORT SUDAN, Nov. 5 (Xinhua/GNA) — At least 13 journalists have been killed since the war broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)…

Over 1,600 people vaccinated against Marburg virus disease in Rwanda

KIGALI, Nov. 5, (Xinhua/GNA) — More than 1,600 people have been vaccinated against the Marburg virus disease in Rwanda, including those at high risk…

Tanzania launches midwifery training center to reduce infant mortality

DAR ES SALAAM, Nov. 3, (Xinhua/GNA) – Tanzania on Friday inaugurated the “Angel of Life” Midwifery Training Center, the first of its kind in…

Sudan sends medical aid to war-torn regions

PORT SUDAN, Nov. 5, (Xinhua/GNA) — The Sudanese Ministry of Health announced on Saturday, that it has dispatched urgent medical supplies to regions affected…

EAC deploys experts to combat mpox outbreak in East Africa

ARUSHA, Nov. 5, (Xinhua/GNA) — The East African Community (EAC), will deploy skilled regional emergency experts over the next six months, to combat the…

Kenya launches China-supported bamboo agroforestry initiative to manage floods

NAIROBI, Nov. 2, (Xinhua/GNA) — Kenya has launched a new initiative, aimed at promoting the planting of bamboo trees along the Nzoia River basin,…

New UN mission begins operations in Somalia

MOGADISHU, Nov. 2, (Xinhua/GNA) – The United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), began operations on Friday in the country, succeeding the UN…

Algeria commemorates 70th anniversary of liberation revolution

ALGIERS, Nov. 2, (Xinhua/GNA) – Algeria celebrated on Friday, the 70th anniversary of the launch of its Liberation Revolution against French colonial rule, with…

Duma Boko sworn in as Botswana’s 6th president

GABORONE, Nov. 4 (Xinhua/GNA) — The newly elected president, Duma Boko, was officially sworn in as the 6th President of Botswana on Friday by…

Slavery reparations not about transfer of cash, says Lammy

Nov 4 (BBC/GNA) – UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has said the concept of reparations for former colonial nations affected by slavery “is not…

Top 10 African countries with the highest quality education

Nov 2 (BIAfrica/GNA) – Academic development in African countries is simply more than a means to economic success; it is a vehicle for empowering…

Botswana ruling party ousted in elections after 58 years in power

Gaborone, Nov. 1, (dpa/GNA) – Botswana’s Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) swept to power in the landlocked southern African country on Friday, taking 35 of 61 seats…

With a nose for crime: African rats combat wildlife smuggling

Cape Town, Oct. 31, (dpa/GNA) – African giant pouched rats, known for their exceptional sense of smell, are being used to detect trafficked wildlife and illegal plant…

Polls open in Botswana as governing BDP seeks to extend 58-year rule

Gaborone, Oct. 30, (dpa/GNA) – Polls opened in Botswana on Wednesday to elect a new parliament in an election widely expected to see a victory for the…

Food delivery service speeds up in Ethiopia with rising awareness

ADDIS ABABA, Oct. 29, (Xinhua/GNA) — Inside a tall building in Adama, the capital of Ethiopia’s Oromia regional state, Kalkidan Daniel fields calls from…

7 killed after building collapses in Nigeria’s capital

ABUJA, Oct. 28, (Xinhua/GNA) — At least seven bodies were recovered from rubble, after a partly demolished building collapsed in a suburban area of…

Kenya to promote peace with Uganda, South Sudan through cultural festivals

NAIROBI, Oct. 26, (Xinhua/GNA) — Kenyan President, William Ruto, on Friday pledged to promote peace among communities along the country’s borders with Uganda and…

Macron’s visit to Morocco expected to rekindle bilateral ties  

By Edward Acquah  Rabat, Oct. 27, GNA- French President Emmanuel Macron, and his wife, Brigitte Macron, will embark on a state visit to Morocco…