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Extended Absence of Cameroonian President Paul Biya Triggers Political Unrest
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has been away in Switzerland for nearly 50 days, fueling domestic frustration and fears of a power vacuum as calls for political renewal grow.
Vice President Shettima Advocates for African Resource Sovereignty
Vice President Kashim Shettima says Africa must maximize its natural wealth by processing raw materials locally to boost economic value and global trade influence.
Top 10 Most Powerful African Passports for Visa-Free Travel in 2026
An analysis of the 2026 Henley Passport Index reveals the 10 African countries offering the most visa-free travel, with Seychelles, Mauritius, and South Africa leading the rankings.
Dangote Refinery Secures $2.5 Billion via Private Equity Placement
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has completed a $2.5 billion private equity placement, which was oversubscribed by 3.7 times, marking a major milestone in its growth and African capital market development.
Dangote Refinery Secures $2.5 Billion Through Private Equity Deal
Dangote Refinery has successfully raised $2.5 billion in a landmark private equity placement, drawing interest from global and African institutional investors to support its ongoing expansion.
Nigeria Urges African Unity for Digital Future and Launches ATLAS AI Network
Nigeria is spearheading a push for African digital unity through the new ATLAS network, which aims to develop local AI models, while calling for a collective regional strategy for the 2026 global telecommunications conference.
Nigeria Sets Regulatory Benchmark as Africa Battles $17.8 Billion Illegal Gambling Market
A report by Gaming Compliance International reveals Nigeria leads Africa in gambling regulation, despite a massive $17.8 billion illegal betting market.
NCC urges African regulators to unify for data-driven communication governance
The NCC is calling for stronger cooperation among African regulators to improve evidence-based decision-making and tackle complex digital challenges collectively.
Climate Specialists Urge Immediate Action to Mitigate Africa’s Disaster Vulnerability
Climate experts at the SETIC 2026 conference urged African leaders to move beyond theoretical policy plans and invest in immediate, practical infrastructure and disaster prevention strategies to protect vulnerable populations.
Burkina Faso Leader Traore Issues Harsh Warning to Potential Rivals
Captain Ibrahim Traore has moved to silence rumors of a power struggle within Burkina Faso's military junta, warning that he remains the sole leader and will eliminate any opposition.