The United States has delivered military equipment to the Nigerian Air Force. The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) disclosed this on its official website on Thursday. According to the Command, a US Air Force C-17 aircraft delivered the equipment to…
A bitter succession dispute has erupted in one of Uganda’s traditional kingdoms, days before the burial of its late king, who until his death had been the world’s youngest reigning monarch. King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who ruled…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Technical, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education (OSSAP-TVEE) has announced the continued rollout of the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy (NPRGS), a flagship Federal Government initiative…
Citizens’ experiences offer a different perspective on Russia’s role in CAR By Our Special Correspondent For a country that has endured years of rebellion, political instability, displacement and armed conflict, the restoration of normal life has become…
Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, says he met major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in Egypt to discuss upgrading aviation infrastructure across Nigeria. OEMs are the companies that design and manufacture aircraft, aircraft engines, and other aviation equipment. Keyamo…
Tainã Mansani Across Africa, communities are preparing for another potentially difficult weather season. From increased flood risk in Tanzania, to unpredictable rainfall in Niger, and the threat of drought and water shortages in South Africa, El Nino could have very…
David Ehl As some of Africa’s longest-serving leaders grow older, they are using different tactics to extend their rule. But age, succession battles and public pressure pose new challenges. Power can be seductive, and many who possess it want to…
Sean Sinico with AFP, Reuters A years-long push to change the default view of the Earth came to a vote at the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, with 164 countries in favor of a new map, the United States against it…
Caroline Imlau Jean Jules Petoh carries people and goods to remote villages in western Cameroon. The journeys are dangerous, but so-called “monster bikes” provide a vital lifeline. In rural Cameroon, so-called “monster bikes” provide a vital transport link for remote…
by Paul-Simon Handy and Joseph Sany Since the African Union Commission (AUC) and the United States (US) government signed off on the Strategic Infrastructure and Investment Working Group (SIWG) in January, the platform has begun to take shape. Projects are being…
