Nigeria's Dangote mega-refinery has commenced exporting fuel to other African countries, a move that comes as global oil prices have soared due to the ongoing Middle East war, giving the refinery leverage as cheap imports dry up.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is collaborating with African countries to foster human security and quality growth, highlighted in a video clip titled 'Co-creative Innovative Solutions with Africa'.

Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has called on African countries to fully enforce affirmative action policies to increase women’s participation in public office.

The European Union is providing 20 million euros to Mozambique for food assistance and healthcare for children affected by natural disasters, as part of a larger 36 million euro package for six African countries.

A report indicates that three West African nations are currently the primary purchasers of arms within the sub-Saharan African region.

As the momentum for funding health initiatives slows down, African governments are exploring ways to minimize reliance on foreign donors.

This move is part of a broader process of returning cultural artifacts to African countries that began in 2017.

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Programme which supports schemes in six African countries was previously hailed as vital protection for Britain against future pandemics A flagship health project in Africa, which UK ministers said…

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MultiChoice's streaming platform, Showmax, which launched in 2015 and is available in 44 African countries, is set to be discontinued.

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has called on African Union member states to deepen their commitment to the Arusha-based African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR).

African countries, including Zimbabwe and Kenya, are expressing anger and scrutinizing bilateral health agreements negotiated with the US administration, citing concerns over 'lop-sided' funding and data sharing.

Delegates from 15 African countries visited Budapest at the invitation of the Hungarian Water Partnership to learn about the latest technologies and cooperation models in Hungary's water industry.

Pope Leo is scheduled to visit four African countries in April, marking the first time a pope will visit Algeria, a nation with a predominantly Muslim population.

Pope Leo XIV is confirmed to visit Spain from June 6 to 12, including stops in Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary Islands, following visits to African countries and Monaco.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke about the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting Israel's formation of a 'hexagon of alliances' with India, Arab states, African countries, Cyprus, and Greece to strengthen political, economic, and security ties.

Case became focal point for immigration after he was deported to El Salvador where he faces gang threats Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) cannot re-detain Kilmar Ábrego García because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday. The Salvadorian national’s case has become a focal point in the immigration debate after he was mistakenly deported to his home country last year. Since his return, he has been fighting a second deportation to a series of African countries proposed by Department of Homeland Security officials. Continue reading...

The Nature Conservancy reports that a trio of African countries are currently exploring the possibility of engaging in debt-for-nature swaps. These agreements allow a portion of a country's foreign debt to be forgiven in exchange for commitments to environmental conservation.

The ongoing Middle East conflict is intensifying global inflation fears and creating heightened risks of economic instability across African countries, notably stifling regional trade in West Africa due to high transport costs.

African countries are reportedly looking to gain advantages and opportunities from China's annual 'Two Sessions' political meetings.

Breast cancer in Africa: Over $10 billion in productivity gains in seven African countries  Seneweb

Three West African nations have emerged as the primary arms buyers in the sub-Saharan African region.

Global economic pressures are forcing African countries to rethink healthcare funding.

The European Parliament has condemned Russia's deceptive recruitment of foreign nationals, particularly from African countries, for tasks related to the war against Ukraine and called for sanctions.

The European Parliament reports that Russia is recruiting thousands of low-income citizens from African countries, Asia, and Cuba, deceptively sending them to Ukraine to fight alongside Russian forces.

Planet One announced new investments totaling $327 million in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) projects across three West African countries, highlighting the sector's strategic importance.

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Interpol has conducted a major crackdown on digital fraud across 16 African countries, including Senegal, leading to the recovery of €38 million.

New projections from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicate that 10 African countries are expected to experience significant food price increases in 2026.

By Chioma Obinna Five African countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Tanzania have emerged as the top countries in the world for youth mental health, even as 41 per cent of the world’

A report identifies the top 10 African countries where workers earn the best salaries, discussing the pressure of rising living costs on salary frameworks and households across the continent.

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit four African countries in April, including Algeria, marking the first time a Catholic Church head will visit the predominantly Islamic nation.

Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is pushing for the regulated integration of traditional medicine practices within the healthcare systems of East African countries.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has said African countries cannot achieve economic sovereignty without a robust domestic revenue base, urging nations to reduce dependence on foreign aid and politically conditional support. The post Economic sovereignty impossible without strong domestic revenue — Kalu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Climate experts, policymakers, and researchers have renewed calls for Ghana and other African countries to take decisive action against climate change, as global temperatures edge closer to the 1.5°C threshold.

Namibia has been ranked as the top African country for quality of life in 2026, achieving a Quality of Life Index of 156.98 and reflecting strong overall living standards.

Applications to the flagship programme were received from over 265,000 young Africans, representing all 54 African countries, underscoring Africa’s vibrant entrepreneurial sector and the funding…

According to the organisers, this year’s championship is expected to be the biggest yet, with more than 30 African countries expected to present their top six champions for the coveted title of the African Spelling Bee Champion. The post Nigerian students head to Zimbabwe for African Spelling Bee championship appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Three West African nations have emerged as the primary purchasers of arms in sub-Saharan Africa, indicating a significant trend in regional military spending.

Three West African countries have been identified as the primary purchasers of arms in the sub-Saharan African region.

Soaring oil prices due to the Middle East war are causing fresh economic difficulties for African countries, particularly net fuel importers, as they were just recovering from previous crises.

A new report reveals that at least 11 African governments have spent over $2 billion on Chinese surveillance technology capable of facial recognition and movement tracking, raising concerns about national security.

The 2026 Forbes Africa Billionaires list reveals the top seven African countries with the highest number of billionaires, highlighting wealth concentration and emerging business leaders.

Heavy floods and landslides in southern Ethiopia have resulted in the deaths of 48 people, with 95 others reported missing. The extreme weather has also affected other East African countries, including Kenya.

As of 2026, over 30 African countries have adopted e-Visa systems, with several others moving towards completely borderless travel, marking a significant digital transformation on the continent.

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Dr Nana Yaw Mireku, an international relations analyst, has warned that Ghana and other African countries could see an influx of refugees if the ongoing US-Israel attack on Iran escalates into a wider regional conflict. Speaking on the AM Show, Dr Mireku said instability in the Middle East could push people to seek safe havens in Africa.

A study reveals that young adults in Germany are experiencing increasing rates of depression and anxiety, while youth in some much poorer African countries like Ghana and Nigeria show significantly better mental health outcomes.

Pope Leo is scheduled to visit four African countries from April 13-23, 2026, marking his first major overseas trip of the year to the continent where the Catholic Church is experiencing rapid growth.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that over 1,780 mercenaries from 36 African countries are fighting for Russia against Ukraine, recruited through deceptive schemes.

More than 1,780 mercenaries from 36 African countries are fighting against Ukraine in the Russian army, recruited by Russia through fraudulent schemes.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for the return of men from African countries who were reportedly lured into fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war.

China has announced that it will apply zero tariffs on imports from 53 African countries starting May 1, a move seen as a significant development in trade relations.

An analysis suggests that African countries should resist Europe's assertive migration diplomacy, noting that while European leaders distance themselves from Trump's hardline tactics, their approaches may not be significantly different.