Kenya’s President Claims Private Flight Cost Less Than National Carrier
Kenyan President William Ruto faced backlash after claiming the private jet used for his recent U.S. trip was cheaper than flying on the national carrier, […]
Articles by Steven Addamah
Djibouti Deploys Genetically Modified Mosquitoes to Curb Surging Malaria Outbreak
To combat a surge in malaria infections caused by an invasive mosquito vector, genetically engineered mosquitoes have been released in Djibouti, one of Africa’s smallest […]
Guinea: Junta govt bans several media outlets; prosecutors demand life imprisonment for former dictator
Guinea’s military junta-led government has imposed a ban on four major private radio stations and one private television channel, while in a separate development, state […]
Dangote Laments Visa Requirements, a Hindrance to Africans’ Continental Movement
Even for Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, traveling within his continent poses significant challenges. Despite doing business across multiple African countries, the Nigerian-born billionaire laments […]
Congo Assembly Votes in Speaker After Coup Attempt
On May 22nd in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national assembly elected Vital Kamerhe as its speaker in a delayed vote. This is a […]
Kenyan President Ruto Visits US Amid Progress on Haiti Police Deployment
Kenyan President William Ruto is visiting the United States this week, amid efforts to deepen economic and security cooperation between the two nations and finalize […]
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 […]
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 […]