Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc is set to make a bold statement on the global stage as it will be gathering world leaders, policymakers, and investors and other private sector players at the forthcoming 2025 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This year’s gathering at the UNGA, which is the 80th Edition,...

On September 9, 2025, Ethiopia entered a new era. After fourteen years of determination and $5 billion in investment, Addis Ababa officially inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in the Benishangul-Gumuz region. With a generating capacity of 5,150 MW, it is now the largest hydropower plant in Africa and one of the most significant in the world. A Continental...

By spending $17 billion on new mobile spectrum licenses, SpaceX is boosting Starlink’s capacity to connect ordinary smartphones directly to satellites. This breakthrough could reshape Africa’s access to the Internet and unlock new opportunities for digital-driven growth. A Bold Bet on Space Connectivity SpaceX has just completed one of the largest deals in satellite telecommunications...

The Appeal of Conscience Foundation announced today that His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, and Tony Elumelu Chairman of Heirs Holdings, The United Bank for Africa, and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, will be honored with the Appeal of Conscience Award at the foundation’s Annual Gala, taking place on September...

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced on August 4, 2025, the appointment of Carol Koech as its new Vice President for Africa. This move signals a stronger focus on mobilizing investment and accelerating the continent’s transition toward clean and inclusive energy systems. GEAPP, launched in 2021 with the backing of leading philanthropic institutions...

Backed by tech billionaires Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, KoBold Metals is accelerating its footprint in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With seven new lithium exploration permits granted in August 2025, the company is positioning the Manono deposit at the heart of the global battery race. The global rush for critical minerals is pushing Africa—and...

London, October 14–15, 2025 – Africa will take center stage at the upcoming AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2025, widely regarded as the leading global forum dedicated to driving investment into the continent. Over 1,300 top executives and investors will gather in London for two intensive days of deal-making, strategic networking, and knowledge-sharing. With institutional...

The Development Bank of Central African States (BDEAC) has approved a financing package of 7 billion CFA francs for Molsa Groupe S.A. to finalize the construction of a four-star hotel in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea. The agreement, signed on August 18, 2025, represents a significant milestone in the country’s drive to expand its...

Since taking office in 2020, Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye has charted a course of modernization anchored in a long-term vision: to make Burundi an emerging country by 2040 and a developed nation by 2060. His leadership blends economic reform, structural investment, and renewed diplomatic engagement, positioning the country on a new trajectory. From the outset...

On August 17, Brazzaville will come alive with the rhythm of a unique and meaningful event. The inaugural edition of the “10KM Brazza” is a ten-kilometer road race open to all, promising far more than a mere athletic challenge. It aims to bring together the city’s residents in a moment of fellowship, personal achievement, and...

It was a moment of pure musical enchantment that unfolded on August 13, when the Brazzaville Children’s Symphony Orchestra (Oseb) took to the stage of the Prefecture’s grand hall. Just days before the celebration of Independence Day, the young virtuosos captivated a packed audience, blending the precision of classical music with the soulful depth of...

In 2024, the volume of bank loans classified as at risk surged to CFAF 205 billion, according to the African Development Bank. This nearly 20% year-on-year increase pushed the ratio of non-performing loans to 10.2% of total outstanding credit—its highest level in several years. Libreville – The latest report from the African Development Bank (AfDB)...

A U.S. company is injecting $700 million into an ambitious project to harness methane gas from Lake Kivu. The goal: generate hundreds of megawatts of electricity, reduce environmental risks, and boost economic activity in Eastern DRC. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s energy sector is set to receive a significant boost. A U.S.-based company has announced...

On August 8, the Minister of Urban Sanitation, Local Development, and Road Maintenance, Juste Désiré Mondelé, officially launched the development and upgrading works on the Mpiem–Kindamba road, at a total cost of 1.7 billion CFA francs. The project aims to improve travel conditions along this vital 86-kilometer route that links the districts of Kindamba, Kimba,...

At just 18 years old, Victoria Mboko has taken the tennis world by storm. In a dazzling display of grit, talent, and heart, the Canadian teenager stunned fans and legends alike by winning the WTA 1000 in Montreal—defeating four Grand Slam champions along the way, including her idol Naomi Osaka. Her story isn’t just a...

From bustling city markets to remote rural outposts, canned foods are a lifeline across Africa—offering convenience, shelf stability, and affordability. But beneath their metallic sheen lies a growing concern: chemical migration from packaging into food. As global research sheds light on these invisible risks, Africa faces a critical moment to rethink how it regulates, consumes,...

Libreville, August 7, 2025 – On the occasion of the 8th African Day of Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (August 10), the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), through its Representation for Central Africa (REPAC-OIF), reaffirms its commitment to strengthening and modernizing civil registration systems in the Francophone space.Beyond being a social and legal necessity,...

Libreville, août 2025 – FlyGabon, la compagnie nationale gabonaise opérée par Afrijet Business Service, vient d’accueillir son tout premier ATR 42-600, un appareil de dernière génération qui marque une étape stratégique dans sa volonté de renforcer la connectivité régionale et nationale. Cette livraison concrétise une ambition affirmée : offrir un transport aérien plus accessible, plus...