By Rédaction Africanews and AP Cameroon’s long-time leader Paul Biya was sworn in on Thursday for a new seven-year term following his victory in last month’s presidential election, which his opposition rival has described as “a constitutional coup.” Speaking to Parliament, the world’s oldest president promised to stay faithful to the confidence of the Cameroonian people and vowed to work for a “united, stable and prosperous” country. The 92-year-old incumbent, who is Africa’s second-longest serving leader, took the oath of office during a session of parliament in what residents describe as the heavily militarised and partially deserted capital, Yaounde. Priscilla…
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By Rédaction Africanews and AP The United States is terminating South Sudan’s designation for temporary protected status, which for years allowed people from the East African country to remain in the US legally and escape armed conflict back home. The termination will be effective from January 5, the Department of Homeland Security said in a statement. “After conferring with interagency partners, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem determined that conditions in South Sudan no longer meet the TPS statutory requirements,” the statement said. It added that South Sudanese nationals who use the Customs and Border Protection mobile app to report…
In July, we reported on Tems’ Leading Vibe Initiative, a mentorship programme designed to empower and connect emerging women artists with the support and community they need to grow. The initiative, which is backed with training and production tools from Native Instruments is now the subject of a short film, 72 Hours in Lagos , which tracks the lives of three producers — Saszy Afroshii, TinyBraz and Gbots — as they live inside the music in one of the most chaotic yet beautiful places on earth. Seated in her studio, with laptops and studio monitors and controllers filling the space behind her, Saszy Afroshii, who has produced for…
Angola is spearheading a major infrastructure push, seeking $4.5 billion to extend the Lobito Corridor railway into Zambia’s mineral-rich Copperbelt region. This project aims to drastically streamline export logistics for the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, which together produce over 13% of the world’s copper. Currently, shipping this critical metal is a weeks-long ordeal through congested transit routes. The new rail link promises a faster, more efficient Atlantic route, enhancing global supply chain reliability. Backed by the United States, the initiative also carries significant geopolitical weight as a counterbalance to Chinese infrastructure influence in Africa. While a substantial US loan is…
“Françafrique” refers to the political, economic, and military networks France used to maintain influence over its former African colonies, a term popularized in 1998 by François-Xavier Verschave. The term was originally meant to convey a positive partnership but has evolved into a system of corruption, patronage, and informal networks. This system rested on three pillars: military intervention pacts, economic control through mechanisms like the CFA franc and major corporations, and informal personal networks that bypassed official diplomacy. While recent French presidents have publicly denounced this model and promised a new “partnership of equals,” deep-seated mistrust persists. For many Africans, the enduring presence…
Mastercard held its inaugural Africa Edge summit, convening leaders from across Africa’s payments ecosystem to explore how collaboration and innovation can accelerate the continent’s digital growth. The forum focused on building the infrastructure, trust, and interoperability needed to support Africa’s fast-growing digital economy, projected to reach USD 1.5 trillion by 2030, and create new opportunities for consumers and small businesses. Hosted by Mark Elliott, division president, Africa, Mastercard, the event brought together senior representatives from banks, fintech companies, telcos, regulators, and technology partners. Speakers and panelists discussed how to expand low-cost acceptance, improve interoperability and enhance security at scale to create…
Hyprop-owned centre brings international retail giant to West Rand, creating 80+ jobs Clearwater Mall, owned and managed by Hyprop Investments, will become home to South Africa’s first Walmart store, marking the American retail giant’s debut entry into the local market. The announcement transforms Clearwater Mall’s retail offering and introduces Walmart’s distinctive “Every Day Low Prices” model to South African consumers. Unlike traditional sale-driven retail, shoppers will benefit from stable pricing across thousands of products year-round, eliminating the need to wait for promotional periods. “Being selected as the location for South Africa’s first Walmart store demonstrates the strength of our retail…
Regulatory transformation and its impact on IPPs, PPAs, and energy investment to be discussed at the IPP & PPA Conference – a side event to the Africa Energy Indaba 2026 The launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM) marks a historic turning point in the country’s energy sector, paving the way for competitive electricity trading, private sector participation, and a modernised energy economy. This landmark regulatory reform will be a central topic at the upcoming IPP & PPA Conference, hosted as a side event to theAfrica Energy Indaba taking place from 3 – 5 March 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. For the first…
Nigeria is exploring the sale of its state-owned refineries to boost competition in a market dominated by Aliko Dangote’s massive 650,000-barrel-a-day refinery. The country’s four state-owned refineries, with a combined capacity of 445,000 barrels per day, have been largely inoperable for years despite repair efforts totaling billions of dollars. A presidential energy adviser confirmed that privatization is a key option to reviving the refineries, particularly after subsidies were removed, creating a more open market. Meanwhile, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company is simultaneously seeking technical equity partners to operate the plants. This strategy aims to transform the nation’s oil industry, ensuring it becomes…
By Rédaction Africanews with AP Uganda-born Zohran Mamdani won a resounding victory on Tuesday to become New York City’s next mayor. It caps the Democrat’s stunning ascent from little-known state lawmaker just a year ago to one of the most talked-about politicians in the country. The democratic socialist, who spent some of his formative years in South Africa, will be the first Muslim leader in the city’s history. In a speech to a crowd of supporters on Tuesday night, he wasted no time in calling out United States President Donald Trump. “So Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I…