Nigeria Rescues Hundreds of Women and Children from Boko Haram Captivity
The Nigerian army has announced the rescue of hundreds of hostages, primarily children, and women, who had been held captive for months or even years […]
Articles by Steven Addamah
Kenyan Economy Expands at 5.6% Rate in 2023, Outpacing Prior Year
Kenya’s economic growth accelerated to 5.6% in 2023, a marked increase from the revised 4.9% expansion recorded in the previous year. This robust performance was […]
South Africa’s Former President Zuma Barred from Parliamentary Run After Conviction
South Africa’s Constitutional Court has barred former President Jacob Zuma from running for a parliamentary seat in the upcoming national election scheduled for next week. […]
Efforts to Boost Smartphone Adoption in Africa Spark Opportunities and Concerns
In Ghana’s capital, Anita Akpeere relies on her smartphone to receive orders for her food business. Professor Jenny Aker says internet-enabled phones play a transformative […]
AfDB Chief Urges Revamping African Media to Reshape Continent’s Global Story
The President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, passionately called for more balanced media coverage of Africa’s development, stating it is critical […]
Morocco’s Engagement for an Integrated Africa Highlighted at 2024 Governance Colloquium in Nairobi
Morocco’s unwavering commitment, under King Mohammed VI’s leadership, to Africa’s economic integration and prosperity was highlighted at the 2024 Governance Colloquium, held in Nairobi. “Under […]
Headwinds Confront Africa’s Venture Funding Landscape
Africa’s venture capital landscape has experienced significant fluctuations in recent years. Investments in African startups soared from $1.3 billion to $4 billion between 2019 and […]
South Sudan Government, Rebels Pledge Peace in Kenyan Mediation Effort
On Thursday, the government of South Sudan and rebel opposition groups signed a “commitment declaration” for peace during high-level mediation talks held in Kenya. This […]
Ramaphosa Defends National Health Insurance Law Despite Opposition From Affluent Groups
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially enacted the long-awaited National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law, despite vocal opposition. The move formalizes plans for universal healthcare […]
South Sudan’s Economy at Risk Due to Disrupted Oil Exports, Crisis Group Warns
The International Crisis Group (ICG) warned on Wednesday that South Sudan is confronting an economic crisis as the ongoing conflict in neighboring Sudan disrupts its […]