By H.E. Eng. Ahmed Jama Barre, Minister of Energy and Minerals, Republic of Somaliland Across Africa, the discussion on energy and mineral development is a sizzling topic and is gaining remarkable momentum — from the point of extraction to transformation, from dependence to self-reliance, and from potential to tangible performance. The continent stands at the threshold of a new era in which access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy will dictate the speed and equity of development. With its natural endowments, strategic location at the gateway to the Horn of Africa, untapped resources, and youthful population, Somaliland is poised to…
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Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check out our News page, with stories from across the regions. The UN Human Rights Office says hundreds of people were likely killed in Tanzania during protests following the October 29 elections, with reports that security forces removed bodies to hide evidence. The unrest erupted after President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared the winner with nearly 98% of the vote in an election widely criticized for…
These integrations are part of GreenBii’s continuous effort to help African SMEs grow faster and work smarter GreenBii, the #1 Business Management Platform for African SMEs, has expanded its market reach with the launch of a new real estate segment and new partnerships with Sytemap by HouseAfrica, and Cutstruct. These integrations are part of GreenBii’s continuous effort to help African SMEs grow faster and work smarter. With these new additions, real estate developers, and construction firms can now access the essential tools they need to manage their operations, all from one platform and one account. Commenting on the partnership, GreenBii’s CEO, Vincent Edigin said, “GreenBii…
South Africa’s unemployment rate fell for the first time this year, dropping to 31.9% in the third quarter from 33.2% in the previous period. Job gains were led by the construction, community, and trade sectors, providing a rare boost to an economy grappling with one of the world’s highest unemployment rates. The decline comes amid challenges, including a 30% US export tariff—the highest in sub-Saharan Africa—shrinking investment, and limited revenue-raising options. Central bank projections warn that up to 40,000 jobs could be lost next year due to the tariffs, potentially reducing growth by 0.4 percentage points. All eyes are now on the…
By Rédaction Africanews with AP Lionel Messi and the world champion Argentina football team are expected to be special guests in Angola this week, as the nation celebrates the 50th anniversary of its independence from Portugal. An exhibition game between Angola’s national team and Argentina will be held on Friday at Luanda’s 11 November Stadium, which is named after the country’s independence day. The Angolan football federation reportedly spent $13 million to attract Messi and his teammates. In August, four civil society groups urged the Argentine team to cancel their participation in the upcoming game, after 30 people were killed in protests against fuel price increase. They accused…
By Dominic Wabwireh with AP Long after the guns fell silent, a new struggle defines daily life in Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp, where scores of displaced Palestinians, most of them children, now line up with empty pots at charity kitchens for their only guaranteed meal of the day. On Tuesday, the sole offering was simple rice, served from a large communal pot into the containers of a weary queue. The scene underscores a grim reality: despite a ceasefire halting the bombs and rockets, a severe economic crisis has become the latest and most persistent weapon against a exhausted population. “The…
By Rédaction Africanews with AP Angola celebrated the 50th anniversary of its independence from Portugal on Tuesday with a military parade in Luanda. Soldiers, marching bands and tanks paraded through the capital’s Republic Square to mark the occasion, before President João Lourenço addressed the nation from the stands of the Independence Memorial. “We’ve made a difficult journey in these 50 years,” said Lourenço, citing political difficulties during the Cold War and overcoming Portuguese colonialisation. Angola declared independence from Portugal on 11 November 1975, at the end of a 13-year war, but the country quickly entered a devasting civil war that killed…
By Rédaction Africanews and AP In Sudan’s war-torn North Darfur, desperation is mounting as tens of thousands flee escalating violence. Displaced residents are calling for urgent humanitarian aid, warning that the situation in overcrowded camps is deteriorating rapidly. The United Nations’ International Organization for Migration (IOM) says humanitarian operations in the region are on the brink of collapse, threatening to leave thousands without food, water, or shelter. Aid groups say time is running out to prevent further suffering. In Tawila, about 70 kilometers from El-Fasher, newly arrived families are struggling to survive in barren displacement camps with little access to…
By Rédaction Africanews with AP Nigeria’s anti-narcotics enforcement agency said on Tuesday it is working with its U.S. and British counterparts to “unravel the cartel behind the importation of 1,000 kilograms of cocaine” discovered at a port in Lagos. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said the cocaine was found in an empty container last weekend. It is said to be worth over 338 billion naira ($235 million), representing one of the largest drug seizures in the country’s history. “In a swift response to the Agency’s request, officers of the US-DEA and UK-NCA, have already joined the ongoing investigation…
By Rédaction Africanews with AP At this time of the year, Morocco’s north-eastern Driouch province comes alive to the colours, sights, and smells of the olive harvest. Groves are a hive of activity as farmers gather the fruit, a cornerstone of the country’s culture and cuisine. And this season looks like it has been a bumper one after years of drought, good news for farmers in Driouch as their olives fetch a good price because of their high quality. The Moroccan Olive Production Federation says it expects olive output to top 2 million tonnes, more than twice the amount of…