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  The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) (www.AWIEForum.org/home-awief/) has partnered with African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and FSDH Merchant Bank Limited to implement its flagship AWIEF Growth Accelerator programme in Nigeria and is excited to announce the call for applications. Background Limited access to finance remains a significant barrier for women entrepreneurs in Africa, with a staggering financing gap estimated at USD 49 billion. To address this challenge, the […]

  International oil companies (IOCs) active across Africa’s energy sector are delivering on a promise to support economic growth, job creation, capacity building and knowledge sharing. Within the past month alone, energy major bp and its partner Harbour Energy started production at the second phase of the Raven development, offshore Egypt, while Italian supermajor Eni contracted Chinese engineering firm Hilong Offshore Engineering to deliver transportation and installation works for two […]

  Africa’s gold sector continues to be a major driver of foreign investment and revenue generation, with major producers such Ghana generating $5 billion in revenue from the artisanal sector alone in 2024. Amidst the sector’s growing contribution to sustainable development in Africa, countries are strengthening partnerships with global investors to launch new projects and unlock fresh opportunities for industrialization. The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa’s premier event […]

  With maintenance nearing completion on one of the three turbines at the 484 MW gas-fired Centrale Électrique du Congo (CEC) power plant, the Republic of Congo’s state-owned electricity company is strengthening its role in driving electrification and industrial growth. In 2024, CEC achieved its highest production year, generating 2.39 TWh with a peak demand of 423.9 MW. Gianmaria Pozzoli, Director General of CEC, will participate in the Congo Energy&Investment […]

  South Africa’s newly established South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) will host an investor roadshow at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris this May, highlighting its strategic vision and the more than R95 billion in untapped market and investment opportunities in South Africa’s oil and gas sector. Under the theme “South Africa’s Energy Future: A New Age State Entity,” the presentation will be led by SANPC […]

  Christoffer Ek, Director for Decarbonization Services at Wärtsilä Energy, will join the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum 2025 in Paris this May, bringing his expertise in sustainable energy solutions and decarbonization technologies to the forefront of Africa’s energy transition. Wärtsilä Energy, a global leader in smart technologies and services for the energy industry, has been at the cutting edge of decarbonizing energy systems through its innovative solutions. The […]

In S.A, the ANC Veterans’ League is calling for a constructive, informed, and sober debate on the budget. ANC Veterans’ League president, Snuki Zikalala, says the government should avoid drastic expenditure slashing and must also be mindful of the sentiment of citizens, who struggle with high unemployment and the ongoing high cost of living. Meanwhile, the DA says it refuses to be held hostage or intimidated by the ANC’s blatant […]

The Katutura Rate Payer’s Association’s Shaun Gariseb, has accused the Anti-Corruption Commission of delaying the Redforce investigation while swiftly arresting minor offenders. They urge the ACC to send the Windhoek case to the Prosecutor-General and advise residents not to engage with Redforce without proper documentation. In Okahandja, activists are gathering evidence, while in Gobabis, they accuse the ACC of shifting responsibility. Concerns have also been raised over 17 shredded bags […]

Reuters reports indicate that a four-year-old child has become the second Ebola patient to die in Uganda, according to the World Health Organization, citing the country’s health ministry. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to 10. Uganda declared the outbreak in January following the death of a male nurse at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala.The post Uganda Confirms Second Ebola Death as Outbreak Spreads first appeared on […]