Burkina Faso President Rejects Saudi Offer to Build 200 Mosques, Prioritises Jobs, Education and Healthcare
The President of Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traoré, has reportedly declined an offer from Saudi Arabia to construct 200 mosques in his country, stressing that his administration’s priority is economic and social development. According to reports, the Saudi proposal was part…
Government will not fund supporter travel to 2026 World Cup – President Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has confirmed that the government will not allocate public funds to fly supporters to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing the high cost involved and recommendations from the Dzamepe Report. Speaking at the Ghana World Cup…
DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in US
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have agreed to take “concrete steps” to ease tensions amid a stalled peace process, after talks hosted by the US in Washington. Conflict in eastern DR Congo has continued despite the two countries…
Guinea Challenges Morocco’s 1976 AFCON Title Amid CAF Controversy
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is facing renewed scrutiny as the Guinea Football Federation formally requests a review of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations outcome, citing inconsistencies in disciplinary rulings. The move follows CAF’s recent decision to strip…
Ghana pushes into Central Asia with Kyrgyzstan visa deal and mining talks
The deal was sealed during an official visit to Bishkek by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who undertook a bilateral visit to the Central Asian country. He met President Sadyr Japarov and Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubayev. “Today we…
CAF Strips Senegal Of 2025 AFCON Title, Crowns Morocco Champions
Senegal were sensationally stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title on Tuesday night and tournament hosts Morocco crowned champions instead, two months after African football’s showpiece event concluded with a chaotic final in Rabat. The Confederation of…
Ethiopia emerges second-largest investment destination, attracting $18.6 billion in 5 years
Ethiopia has emerged as Africa’s second-largest destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), underscoring its growing appeal to global investors and the impact of recent economic reforms.Speaking at an investment forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopian Investment Commissioner Zeleke Temesgen said the…
Mozambique outdoes South Africa in Africa trade
Standard Bank’s latest barometer shows off-shore gas has helped to propel Mozambique into the top spot in intra-Africa trade rankings Mozambique has overtaken South Africa as the top trading country on the continent as intra-Africa trade grows thanks to improved…
GHANA: President Mahama Summons Interior Minister Over Security Services Recruitment Concerns
President John Dramani Mahama has summoned the country’s Interior Minister to address growing concerns surrounding the recruitment process within Ghana’s security services. The development was disclosed by government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu. According to Kwakye Ofosu, the President has requested…
Senegal lawmakers approve new, Harsh Anti-LGBT bill
Senegal Lawmakers Approve New, Harsher Anti-LGBT Bill. Lawmakers in Senegal have approved a controversial new bill that significantly strengthens penalties against same-sex relationships, sparking debate both within the country and internationally. The legislation, passed by members of the National Assembly…