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Monrovia’s Oceanfront Under Threat: Uncontrolled Sand Mining and Climate Change Endangering Property and Livelihoods
By Lamin Guèye Monrovia, Liberia - The scenic oceanfront of Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, is facing a critical threat from indiscriminate and uncontrolled sand mining, jeopardizing property, disrupting livelihoods, and…
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Liberia’s Quiet Champion: Nathaniel Kwabo Spearheads Government Accountability and Performance
By James Vusi MONROVIA, LIBERIA – The Honorable Nathaniel Kwabo, Liberia's esteemed Director General of…
Historic DR Congo-M23 Peace Deal Brokered by Qatar Wins Global Acclaim
By Peter Halima DOHA, QATAR – A pivotal breakthrough in the Democratic Republic of Congo's protracted…
Cameroon’s Octogenarian Leader Paul Biya Bids for Eighth Term, Sparking Debate Over Democratic Future
By Isaac Okoro YAOUNDÉ, CAMEROON – Paul Biya, the 92-year-old President of Cameroon and the world's…
Burna Boy Apologizes for Distancing Himself from Afrobeats, Cites Mental State and Realization of Genre’s Importance
By Abu Hassan Lagos, Nigeria - Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy has issued an apology…
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South Sudan: A Nation Stillborn? Conflict and Governance Woes Plague Africa’s Youngest State
By Simba Munyua Juba, South Sudan - Ten years after jubilantly declaring independence from Sudan, South Sudan remains mired in a…
Liberia: A Longstanding U.S. Partner in Africa – But What Does Monrovia Truly Gain?
By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - Liberia's deep-rooted relationship with the United States, dating back to its founding in the 19th…
World Bank Approves $500 Million Loan for Nigeria: Questions Arise Over Wealth Disparity and Governance
By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria - The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to Nigeria for its Community Action…
DRC President Commutes Death Sentences of Three Americans Convicted in Coup Attempt
By Patrice Katuma Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo - President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has commuted…
Nigerian Government Launches Committee to Tackle Power Crisis in Healthcare
Abuja, Nigeria - In a bid to address the persistent electricity challenges plaguing public healthcare facilities, the Federal Government of Nigeria…
AU Reaffirms Vital Partnership with EU in Pursuit of Africa’s Development Goals
By Simba Munyua Addis Ababa – The African Union Commission (AUC) has highlighted the critical importance of its partnership with the…
Veteran Entrepreneur McIntosh Offers Solutions to Bolster Liberia’s Agricultural Sector
By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - Despite agriculture being a central pillar of the Liberian government's "ARREST Agenda," progress in the…
Rwanda and Gates Foundation Partner to Launch $7.5M AI Hub, Spearheading AI Innovation in Africa
By Simba Munyua Kigali, Rwanda - In a significant move to advance artificial intelligence (AI) development on the continent, the…