africa

  • Violence Misplaced in Zongo Communities: Regional Minister Responds

    By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has criticized the prevalent belief linking Zongo communities with pervasive violence and instability, terming these stereotypes as damaging and baseless. During a courtesy visit from the Heads of Zongo Chiefs in the Western Region at the Western Regional Coordinating Council (WRCC) in Sekondi, Mr.…

  • Why Africa Should Unite Economically Against US Tariffs, Not Retaliate Fragmentedly

    By Ephraim Ofori NUMOSUOR In an era marked by geopolitical maneuvers driven by economics and strategic partnerships, Africa must not stay as a collection of disconnected markets. The recently implemented tariffs imposed by the United States on numerous imports, which include goods from Africa, have prompted distinct reactions from different countries across the continent.…

  • WAMPEX 2025: Shaping the Future of Mining and Power in West Africa

    The 18 th The upcoming edition of WAMPEX (West African Mining and Power Exhibition) is scheduled to occur from May 28th through May 30th, 2025, at the AICC and Grand Arena in Accra. The organizers of the event are thrilled to share two updates. First, the event will now involve a formal collaboration among…

  • How Africa Can Navigate Talks With Trump

    By Vera SONGWE and Witney SCHNEIDMAN During a recent interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier, asked Félix Tshisekedi The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo was asked about how his administration plans to maintain ongoing relations with the United States—particularly in negotiating a crucial minerals agreement—while also strengthening ties with China.…

  • Uncovering the Truth: Prof. Douglas BOATENG on Resilience and Justice in African Media

    Across Africa’s lively and ever-changing scene, journalism carries significant weight. It extends past just stating truths; it crafts how society views itself, molds new eras of thinkers, and impacts aspirations for tomorrow. Nevertheless, nestled within this powerful position is an uncomfortable reality: a substantial part of African journalism, especially its investigative component, has grown…

  • Humanities Education: Shaping Africa’s Tomorrows

    Universities across Africa continue to engage in ongoing discussions regarding the most effective methods to integrate scientific disciplines with those focusing on ethical thinking, historical understanding, and cultural appreciation amongst students. The report “Humanities Education for African Futures” indicates that numerous policy makers and educational establishments have increasingly directed their focus towards tech- and…

  • Kizaba’s Future Village: Journey from Ancestral Roots to Uncharted Territories

    Lionel Kizaba is part of an influential group of African diaspora musicians contributing to Montreal’s thriving international music scene. Hailing from Kinshasa, Congo, he moved to Canada in 2011 and has been crafting his own musical path ever since, merging various cultural and personal inspirations. During performances, Kizaba transforms into a whirlwind of energy.…

  • Tony Elumelu: Champion of African Development Honored Internationally

    The President of Gabon, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has bestowed upon him the country’s distinguished national honors: the rank of Commander in the National Order of Gabonese Merit. This honor was awarded to Mr. Tony Elumelu, the Group Chairman of UBA Plc and the founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation. This prestigious accolade…

  • OCP Africa and IDC Partner for Sustainable Agriculture Advancement in Zambia

    A memorandum of understanding has been signed between OCP Africa, which is part of OCP Nutricrops, and the Zambian Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). This agreement aims to investigate fresh opportunities for partnership focused on enhancing agricultural output and environmental stewardship across Zambia and wider regions. The signing ceremony took place in Lusaka and featured…

  • Dr. Muhammad Dan Suleiman: Soccerlitics: Playing to Win in a Rigged World

    In my International Relations course, both my students and I frequently grapple with an unsettling reality: Among various theories elucidating global politics, why does Realism—which posits a worldview driven by unyielding self-interest, ceaseless rivalry, and a cynical outlook on human nature—appear to best capture the darkest aspects of our world? Conflicts like wars, coups,…