Meet the African architect making ‘Africa great again’ by building cities that cost nothing

A trailblazing Senegalese engineer, architect, and businessman, Atepa has not only influenced the physical architecture of the continent but has also been a strong proponent of sustainable urban development, Africa-centered design, and economic...

Türkiye, Africa embracing 'shared vision' to expand energy co-op

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar on Friday said Türkiye and Africa share a common vision of building an independent energy future together, stressing that the country's own transformation could serve as a meaningful...

African Medicines Agency chief vows to improve drug access, boost local

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The inaugural Director-General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA), Dr. Delese Mimi Darko, has vowed to end ‘fragmented’ drug access on the continent by harmonising regulations of individual countries and boosting local...

Universities at a turning point in an era of AI insecurity

GLOBAL As artificial intelligence and global insecurity challenge university leaders worldwide, it is more important than ever for universities to remain true to their fundamental principles, according to the President of the American Council on...

Reimagining Commercial Underwriting in the Age of AI

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10 African countries with the fastest urban population growth (2020–2050)

Africa is witnessing one of the fastest rates of urbanisation in the world, with several countries projected to experience significant urban population growth between 2020 and 2050 According to the Africa’s Urbanisation Dynamics 2025 report,...

Türkiye, African nations strengthen economic ties at Istanbul forum

ISTANBUL, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- The fifth Türkiye-Africa Business and Economic Forum concluded Friday in Istanbul, highlighting growing trade, investment, and sustainable development ties between Türkiye and African nations. The two-day event,...

Rapid diagnostics test can detect asymptomatic malaria cases

Researchers have adapted a rapid diagnostic technology that is able to identify undetected cases of malaria, helping tackle the spread of disease. A team of scientists from Imperial College London, the MRC Unit The Gambia, the Clinical Research...

UNICEF marks Int’l Day of the Girl, says girls are leading solutions

Ms. Nafisa Binte Shafique, Country Representative UNICEF Gambia has pointed out that girls are not only enduring crises; as they are leading solutions, as UNICEF Gambia observes International Day of the Girls 2025. In her statement, Ms. Shafique...

The visionary work of Mamadou Amadou Ly

The ARED association, founded in Senegal, has been awarded the prestigious Yidan Prize for its innovative methods of learning in multiple languages. Mamadou Amadou Ly, head of the organisation Associates in Research and Education for Development...

Protecting the Rare, Precious Red Colobus Will Safeguard Africa’s Forests

Very few people have heard of the rarest primate in #Africa – The Red Colobus. Featuring funky hairstyles and expressive faces they daringly leap between trees to search for food. Every species of red #colobus is under threat from hunting and...

Assembly pushes for law to end deadly hospital delays

The National Assembly’s Library and Research Department has sounded the alarm over what it calls a dangerous legal vacuum that allows hospitals to delay or refuse emergency medical treatment while waiting for police clearance. The report titled:...

NYSS Deepens Stakeholder Engagement to Transform Youth Empowerment

By: Lamarana S. Jallow The National Youth Service Scheme (NYSS), under the Ministry of Youth and Sports, is taking bold steps to strengthen partnerships and enhance opportunities for young people as part of its renewed drive to transform youth...

Kenya's Commitment to Advancing Early Warning for All in Africa

I extend my sincere congratulations to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on the celebration of the 75th Anniversary as a specialized agency of the United Nations. This·important milestone marks decades of scientific excellence and...

Landmark trade forum calls for borderless prosperity

The International Trade and Cooperation Forum, themed: ‘Trade Partnership Without Borders’, opened as diplomats, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from across Africa gathered to reimage how the continent does business. Ambassador Chief Zainab...

Former NUC boss,Okebukola launches new method to boost STEM Education

A former Executive Secretary of National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Emeritus Peter Okebukola, has launched another method for delivering quality Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. The new approach was...

The best ways to celebrate Diwali in London including Dishoom’s supper club

How to celebrate Diwali in the capital (Picture: Supplied) Welcome back to The Slice! We’re watching London light up for Diwali this week, the spiritual festival that celebrates light over darkness, celebrated by many Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and...

TRUMP’S AMERICA FIRST POLICY: POLITICS OF NATIONALISM

This could be seen as well American Nationalism based on new political and economic realism. If foreign policy is based on the National interest then who is qualified to blame President Trump for such Trump Administration policy decisions. Now...

From Spices That May Cause Cancer To Syrups That Kill, The Quiet Decay Of Standards In India!

Recent years have seen a shocking list of Indian products flagrantly breaching safety norms, with lethal consequences. For example, recently, WHO raised the alarm after India’s own drug regulator found three popular cough syrups tainted with...

Moscow Forum Seeks to Transform Russia Africa Relations Beyond Charity

Russia is pivoting away from its traditional humanitarian aid approach to Africa, instead pursuing business partnerships and investment opportunities at the Russia Africa Expo 2025, a five day forum that opened Tuesday in Moscow. The shift...