• Conference commits to a prosperous Africa

    Monday, July 13, 2026

    “Global economic storms will continue to test African institutions, but they can never erode the fundamental wealth and resilience of Africa’s people. With the strong partnership among our institutions, let us continue to combine our efforts and move forward together with urgency, clarity and determination to build the resilient and prosperous Africa we deserve—because that […]

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  • Nominations Open for AWIEF Awards 2026

    Thursday, July 2, 2026

    The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) calls for nominations for the 2026 edition of the prestigious AWIEF Awards. The AWIEF Awards was established since 2017 to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of female founders and business leaders across Africa. The awards have showcased and honoured exceptional women leaders who are building successful […]

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  • Sweden: Controversial election divides Liberians

    Saturday, June 27, 2026

    Liberians living in Sweden will hold two separate programs next month in Stockholm, the Swedish capital, to celebrate Liberia’s independence anniversary. This represents a divide as the independence celebrations are usually hosted by the Liberia Swedish Association (LSA). This split is a consequence of an election held recently for a new batch of leaders for the […]

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  • Africa’s green economy draws investments

    Thursday, June 25, 2026

    Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) has released its first Impact Report, revealing a project pipeline exceeding US$12 billion, more than 20 deals initiated and over US$25 million in known financing outcomes linked to projects participating in the AGES ecosystem. Across four editions, AGES has established itself as a leading platform connecting investors, project developers, policymakers and industry leaders to […]

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  • Results of controversial LSA election rejected

    Tuesday, June 23, 2026

    The recently announced results of the controversial Liberian Swedish Association (LSA) election have been rejected by candidates declared losers by the election commissioner. Election commissioner Beyan Kesselly, who solely conducted the elections, Sunday announced the following candidates as winners: Selina Tutu Bryant (president), Angeline King (vice president), Charlotte Bee (general secretary) and Carina Andersson (financial […]

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Oct
2

A partnership to amplify African voices globally

My Afrika Magazine (https://MyAfrikaMag.com), a leading digital platform dedicated to telling authentic African stories, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with APO Group, the leading, multi-award winning, pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. This collaboration marks an important milestone in advancing a shared mission to amplify African narratives and deliver high-quality, reliable content across […]

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Sep
27

Inland fisheries lifeline for millions of Africans

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has released a “Review of African Inland Fisheries,” calling for urgent investment in restoring aquatic habitats and integrating fisheries into broader water resource management to safeguard livelihoods for millions of Africans. The report highlights the sector’s critical role beyond nutrition, stressing its contribution to resilience, income diversification, and social cohesion. […]

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Sep
19

Afrobarometer makes citizen data more accessible

Afrobarometer has launched a virtual training video library to enable anyone – from government and civil society to the media, students, and the general public – to access, understand, and use its data on Africans’ experiences and preferences. The library provides step-by-step guidance through a series of short, user-friendly videos, showing how to navigate Afrobarometer’s […]

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Sep
17

Africa: experts urge reforms to transform economies

African economists and development leaders have called for sweeping governance reforms, stronger domestic resource mobilization, and innovative partnerships to accelerate economic transformation across the continent’s transition states.  The call came at a recent high-level policy dialogue organized by the African Development Institute (ADI) of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) during the 66th Annual Conference […]

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Sep
15

Winners of CANEX junior chef competition unveiled

Fatma Zohra Bendjelida was recently crowned winner of the inaugural Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Junior Chef Competition which celebrates young aspiring chefs’ creativity and flair in African cuisine and culture.  Loubna Ali Cherif and Aouis Akkouch were named first and second runners up in the competition for young aspiring Algerian chefs aged between 16 and […]

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Sep
11

The big push to build, lead, and transform

Africa is taking charge of its economic future as long-standing trade agreements deteriorate and global markets become more volatile. This is the driving force behind the Global Africa Business Initiative’s Unstoppable Africa conference this year, which has as its theme “The Big Push: Africa Shapes the Markets”. Sanda Ojiambo, Assistant Secretary-General and Executive Director of the […]

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Sep
7

Nigeria to host Intra-African trade fair in 2027

After a rigorous bid and due diligence exercise, Nigeria has emerged as the successful host country of the fifth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), Africa’s premier trade and investment event that is set to be held in 2027.  This was announced by the Chairman of the IATF Advisory Council who is also a […]

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Sep
4

How to drive Africa’s energy transition

By Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary, African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA) External expectations have framed Africa’s role in the energy transition for years. Despite facing different realities, such as limited infrastructure, restricted access to capital, and less influence in global energy policy, it has been assumed that Africa will follow the same decarbonisation path as […]

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Sep
2

African Development Bank swears in new president

History was made on Tuesday when Dr. Sidi Ould Tah was sworn-in as the ninth president of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB).   At exactly 11:04 Abidjan (Ivory Coast) time, on a rain swept Monday morning, Dr. Sidi took his oath-of-office, at the helm of Africa’s premier development finance institution succeeding Dr Akinwumi A. Adesina […]

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Aug
30

West African youths want equal access to education

The fourth edition of the Annual West Africa and Sahel Youth Forum was held in Dakar, from 26 to 28 August, under the theme: “Employment and education in emergencies for young women and men: building a peaceful and safe West Africa and Sahel”. The forumwas organized by the United Nations Office for West Africa and […]

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