RWANDAN President Paul Kagame on Monday criticised Western countries for their ‘double standards’ on democracy, ahead of next month’s general elections in Rwanda. Kagame, who has led Rwanda since 2000, was addressing concerns from critics accusing him of holding onto…
INDONESIA’S President-elect and Defense Minister, Prabowo Subianto, announced that African countries increasingly view Indonesia as a successful model for developing countries in terms of domestic policies and global diplomacy. Speaking after a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta…
AT the recent G7 summit in Puglia, Italy, leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects across Africa, aimed at unlocking the continent’s economic potential. This support was underscored in a special meeting co-chaired by US President Joseph Biden…
TANZANIA’S recent initiative to establish the Regional Centre of Excellence in Transplant and Haematological Sciences in Dodoma has ignited optimism within the East African Community (EAC). Supported by a Concept Note presented at the EAC Sectoral Council meeting, this move…
THE intersection of renewable energy, artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity presents a transformative opportunity for organisations, families, and communities in the Global South. By leveraging AI and cybersecurity in renewable energy projects, we can drive sustainable development, enhance energy resilience,…
COTE D’IVOIRE is poised to see a more than threefold increase in its oil output by 2027, thanks to recent oil and gas discoveries in the Baleine and Calao offshore fields. President Alassane Ouattara made the announcement on Tuesday, projecting…
IN February 2023, a market trader in Accra, Ghana, tragically succumbed to severe bleeding caused by Lassa fever, a deadly disease spread by rats. Shortly after, her healthcare provider also fell ill. Public health officials quickly identified the cause, prompting…
KENYA’S President William Ruto has announced significant amendments to the contentious Finance Bill that has sparked widespread protests in the capital, Nairobi. The revisions, presented by Ruto and Finance Committee Chairman Kimani Kuria to MPs and Senators at the State…
INTRODUCTION We commenced this series last week with a detailed introduction of the subject matter. Later, we took a look at the history of oil exploration in Nigeria, where oil theft is carried out in Nigeria and those involved in…
IN the bustling city of Kaduna, nestled amidst its vibrant culture and rich history, lies a treasure trove of memories cherished by those who were fortunate enough to experience the golden era of secondary school education. During this time, education…
