Premier Nabbanja, Minister Aceng named African Persons of the Year
Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero, Lira City woman MP and Minister of Health has been named among the African Persons of the Year 2024.
Category: Africa
African defense chiefs discuss the DRC conflict in Tanzania
Long-standing conflict in the eastern DRC has involved armed groups and ethnic tensions.
Minister Dr. Aceng receives the African Public Health Champion’s Award
In July 2024, Dr. Aceng was recognised in Canada for her tremendous works in the health sector.
DRC conflicts: Ugandan troops are not fighting M23 rebels, says Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has denied reports that Ugandan troops (UPDF) are working with their Congolese counterparts to combat the M23 rebels.
Raila’s silence on Besigye and his AUC fall
Raila Odinga, 80, has missed what could be his last chance at the top political office.
GABI calls for a bold reimagining of Africa’s economic narrative
GABI plans on hosting several GABI Bridges events throughout the year, including a side event at the Africa CEO Forum on May 12 -13 Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
ATIDI talks development insurance and the future of risk mitigation in Africa
ATIDI has grown to 24 member states and 13 institutional shareholders. The organization aspires to eventually have all African countries as members.
Rockefeller invests $15.9m to expand electricity access at mission 300 Africa energy summit
The program will also prioritize Fellows who are citizens of African states, promoting localization and investing in the next generation of talent.
East Africa energy cooperation summit held to drive energy across the region
Abundant resource discoveries and large-scale projects highlight East Africa’s readiness for market expansion like never before.
African metaverse sites important for the growth of immersive learning
The potential for Africa’s metaverse presence to drive technological and educational advancement is immense.
JA Solar signs deal with CEEC to supply Africa’s largest PV-storage project
Spanning approximately an impressive 20 square kilometers, the project will feature Africa’s largest PV installation alongside the continent’s largest battery storage system.
Africa’s internet resilience shows promising growth
Since 2020, the Internet Society has helped establish and expand 16 Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) in Africa.