Africa’s next big export isn’t minerals – It’s standards

A business case for Africa Ubuntu Standardisation (AUS) in the age of AI, trade and sovereign data 1. Africa’s UN moment, and what it means for markets At the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly on 25 September 2025, President John Mahama...

African leaders demand reparative justice at UN General Asse...

Coalition of Global South leaders escalates international campaign for reparations, proposing formal UN mechanisms. The demand for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism took center stage at the 80th session of the United...

African Swine Fever claims over 9,000 pigs in Mizoram

Mizoram is grappling with a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) that has devastated pig farming communities since mid-March, killing more than 9,380 pigs and impacting around 3,690 families across 162 villages and localities in eight...

Africa, EU unite to achieve green transition goal

The Annual Africa Regional Centres of Excellence (ArcX) forum, focusing on exploring how science, technology, and innovation (STI) can drive Africa’s green transition and support sustainable development across the continent, was held last week in...

Africa House Garden to redefine Stone Town’s tourism experience

Unguja. A new landmark attraction has officially opened its doors in Stone Town with the completion of the Africa House Garden by Infinity Developments. The $1.5 million project (Sh3.75billion), which features a modern landscaped garden and a...

Africa’s largest luxury showroom opens in Accra

Africa’s largest luxury furniture showroom, BG Furnishings, has officially opened a branch in Accra. The grand opening took place on Monday, September 29, drawing a diverse mix of industry players, interior designers, prospective buyers, and...

Mayor Larandja calls for greater support for cultural heritage at Creative Industry Institute Africa

Staff Reporter WINDHOEK Mayor, Her Worship Ndeshihafela Larandja, has called for stronger recognition and support of Namibia’s cultural heritage following a visit to the Creative Industry Institute Africa. The institute, founded by filmmaker Joel...

Stylish African Print Outfits for Men in 2025

African print fashion for men continues to rise in 2025, blending bold patterns with modern tailoring to create standout looks for every occasion. If you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe with culture-rich, stylish options, here are African...

Georgia Supreme Court backs landowners' fight to protect historic Gullah-Geechee community

Above video: Your Tuesday headlinesATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s highest court on Tuesday sided with Black landowners in a fight over zoning changes that weakened long-standing protections for one of the South’s last Gullah-Geechee communities founded...

The fate of Africa’s future will be decided on October 21

The Pan-African Progressive Movements of Africa will gather at the International Conference Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress to sign the Accra Declaration of the Pan-African Progressive Forces. Next month in...

Georgia's highest court sides with slave descendants fighting to protect threatened island community

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia's highest court on Tuesday sided with Black landowners in a fight over zoning changes that weakened long-standing protections for one of the South’s last Gullah-Geechee communities founded by freed slaves. The state Supreme...

New Cultural Brand ‘The Republic’ Launches in Abuja as Nigeria Marks 65th Independence Anniversary

As the nation celebrated its 65th Independence Day, a bold new cultural initiative, The Republic, was officially launched in Abuja, bringing African storytelling to the forefront through fashion, heritage, and community impact. Despite heavy...

New Castle County Wins 2025 Mid-Atlantic Emmy for Restless Ground: The Untold Story of Mt. Olive — A Documentary on Racism, Resilience, and Justice

On Saturday, September 20, Governor Matt Meyer and several current and former New Castle County colleagues notched their second Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award in four years, this time in the Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Long-Form category for the...

STATEMENT: Second Africa Climate Summit Concludes with Higher Ambitions for Climate Action

10 September 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) – The Second Africa Climate Summit concluded with a strong call for ambitious climate action and a roadmap for the continent’s development. The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS-2), hosted by the...

PAHO/WHO and Barbados and Eastern Caribbean Countries sign multi-country cooperation strategy 2026-2031 to advance health and resilience

Washington, D.C., 29 September 2025 (PAHO)– The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the governments of Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Countries today signed the Multi-Country Cooperation Strategy (MCCS) 2026–2031 in Washington, D.C.,...

Ghana’s Black Star International Film Festival Locks Deal With Ivory Coast’s Majestic Cinemas To Expand Film Distribution Between Francophone & Anglophone West Africa 

EXCLUSIVE: Ghana’s Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF) has locked a unique distribution partnership with Majestic Cinemas, the Ivory Coast’s largest cinema chain, to expand the distribution of feature films between francophone and...

Time for Africa to stop begging the UN and build its own future

- Advertisement - By Madi Jobarteh For over six decades, African leaders have stood at podiums in New York, passionately demanding reform of the United Nations, particularly its powerful Security Council. Year after year, the same speeches are...

Let Culture Take the Spotlight in Your Pre-Wedding Shoot With This Inspo

Who says pre-wedding shoots have to follow a particular trend? This styled shoot, beautifully captured by Jedo Shot, proves that celebrating culture and heritage is the perfect touch to make your big day even more special. In contrast to the...

Prince Albert II attends first World Cycling Championships held in Africa

Prince Albert II travelled to Kigali on Saturday 27 October for the World Road Cycling Championships, a historic first on the African continent. A historic edition in Rwanda At the end of September, the Road World Championships were held in Africa...

2025 AU PPP Summit In Addis Ababa To Shape Africa’s Future – Omatseye

Preparations have reached top gear for the African Union Public–Private Partnership (PPP) and Stakeholders Summit 2025, scheduled to hold in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from October 28 to 31. With the theme “Africa, The Global Powerhouse of the...