Kenya is “not asking for help”, but to “be part of the solution”, says William Ruto/in /by
The President of Kenya has come to the Paris climate summit "not to ask for help" from the rich countries, but to ensure that a reform of the global financial architecture enables developing countries to "take part in the solution".
Senegal’s Sonko files lawsuit in France against president Sall for ‘crimes against humanity’/in /by
The over 100 page-long document accuses President Macky Sall and others of “crimes against humanity.” It comes in the wake of deadly protests earlier this month, sparked by criminal charges against Sonko that critics believe were politically motivated.
Can Fintech fast-forward development in Africa?/in /by
The just concluded inclusive tech forum in the Rwandan capital Kigali has made a strong and solid case for the role that fintech can play in Africa. The Rwandan president emphasised the need for inclusive development, cautioning that development of the sector must not become a ‘zero sum game’.
Zambia: deal reached on debt restructuring/in /by
Zambia has reached an agreement to restructure its debt, following talks in Paris.
Pics of the day: June 22, 2023/in /by
Africanews samples the best pictures of the day’s news.
Ugandan climate activist wants leaders to reflect on climate crisis/in /by
Climate activist Vanessa Nakate faced an audience packed with world leaders and finance officials on Thursday, silenced the room and made everyone listen to some uncomfortable facts.
Is Fintech the gamechanger in the development of the African continent?/in /by
The Rwandan president emphasised the need for inclusive development, cautioning that development of the sector must not become a ‘zero sum game’.
Tanak gets early stage win at Rally Kenya/in /by
Ott Tanak edged out Sebastien Ogier for the first stage win at Rally Kenya on Thursday
Ethiopia to launch fourth filling of controversial dam/in /by
The massive $4.2 billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has been at the centre of a regional dispute ever since Ethiopia broke ground on the project in 2011.
‘A cannabis academy’ bets on South Africa’s pot potential/in /by
The academy started offering online classes in 2020 before moving to its current premises last year. The flagship course lasts 12 weeks and costs around $1,600.