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African leaders and global health experts are focusing on the future of health systems across the continent, with calls to build resilience as donor support becomes tighter ahead of the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026.
African leaders welcomed a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as a 'crime against humanity,' with the African Union now paying tribute to victims and calling for justice. Ghana's Council of State also congratulated President John Dramani Mahama for his significant diplomatic role in the resolution's passage.
Ghana's Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has called on West African countries to take urgent and coordinated action to address rising conflict and climate-related risks across the subregion, while also advocating for stronger regional cooperation at the Social Cohesion (SOCO) Regional Conference.
African leaders warn of a malaria resurgence due to a major funding crisis, threatening decades of progress and risking millions of lives across the contin Read More:…
Stakeholders from across West Africa have gathered in Côte d’Ivoire for a high-level consultation aimed at reshaping the future of trade, economic integration, and sustainable development in the region.
Ghanaian President John Mahama urged African leaders to ratify protocols of the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights, emphasizing deeper commitment to international law and human rights during his address to the court.
Leaders on the African continent have called for "restraint" after the attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran at the weekend. While some support Tehran's right to self defence, others have denounced a violation of international law which threatens the stability of an entire region.
Latest Epstein files released in January reveal the extent of his relations with some prominent African leaders.
NIWA’s Lagos Area Manager, Sarat Braimah, receives the Nelson Mandela Pan-African Leadership Award for her dedication and transformative service. Read More: https://punchng.com/niwa-lagos-boss-bags-nelson-mandela-award/
Nathalie Yamb has publicly attacked several African leaders, including Macky Sall, Mushikiwabo, and Lumumba's daughter, referring to them as 'parlor blacks'.
The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution defining the enslavement of Africans as 'the gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparations. The African Union has welcomed this vote as a crucial step towards 'healing', urging African leaders to translate the resolution into tangible national development initiatives.
A Daily Maverick letter to Mahlamba Ndlopfu critiques South African leadership, using a metaphorical "Brazilian butt of this joke" to highlight national issues.
The hosting agreement was formally signed in Lagos on Monday, drawing prominent African leaders, policymakers and business executives who described the event as a critical platform for deepening economic integration and unlocking the continent’s vast trade potential. The post Obasanjo, Sanwo-Olu, others seek stronger African trade ties appeared first on Vanguard News.
Khalil Halilu, EVC/CEO of NASENI, emphasizes that Africa's transformation must be built upon production, innovation, and industrial capability.
President John Dramani Mahama has said that the escalating military confrontations in the Middle East could lead to severe economic shocks across the African continent.
President John Dramani Mahama has called on African nations to uphold solidarity and justice, describing countries on the continent as 'each other’s keepers' and urging leaders to protect future generations.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling on African leaders to make hearing care a priority for millions of children across the continent.
Ghana's Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger inclusion of women and young people in political leadership across West Africa.
African leaders, including Nigeria's Minister of Finance Olawale Edun, emphasize that strong fiscal institutions and reforms are crucial for curbing illicit financial flows and mobilizing revenues to finance development across the continent, with Africa facing an $88 billion annual loss.
President John Dramani Mahama has been a prominent voice among African leaders, articulating the moral, legal, and historical case for reparative justice with clarity and urgency.
A podcast titled 'The Lead is On The Record' features insights from prominent South African figures including Paton, Ramaphosa, Manuel, and Kieswetter.
Former President Obasanjo advises African leaders to place public interest above personal gain, highlighting the need for visionary leadership for Africa’s Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-urges-african-leaders-to-prioritise-public-interest/
In tonight's edition, the Global South widely condemns the war in Iran, with many countries accusing the US and Israel of violating international law and acting unilaterally.
The IMANI Center for Policy & Education has announced the opening of applications for its 12th Students and Young Professionals African Liberty Academy (SYPALA), seeking the next generation of African leaders.
President John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders and citizens to renew their commitment to the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, emphasizing its importance for the continent's judicial and moral progress.
African leaders have launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility, committing $2.5 trillion to accelerate cross-border infrastructure projects and address a $221 billion annual funding gap.