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BRVM, Africa50 Finalize Deal to Drive West Africa's Infrastructure Growth

MENAFN · May 14, 2025

(MENAFN) A new agreement was finalized on Tuesday between the Bourse Regionale des Valeurs Mobilieres (BRVM) and investment platform Africa50 to enhance infrastructure financing across West Africa. This collaboration will harness capital markets...

Russia, African countries host boxing tournament

MENAFN · May 13, 2025

(MENAFN) A boxing tournament featuring athletes from Russia and the Sahel region of Africa was held in Niger on Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II. The event, organized by the NGO 'Niger–Russia Together Hand in...

Minister Fajon: Benin is an extremely valuable partner for the EU in West Africa

Government of Slovenia · April 7, 2025

SLOVENIA, April 7 - “Benin is an extremely valuable partner for the EU in West Africa. This is reflected in our cooperation in various fields – from security, trade and green energy to infrastructure and human capital. We recognise and support...

Global vehicle-smuggling ring revealed in Africa

MENAFN · May 6, 2025

(MENAFN) An international car-smuggling operation involving vehicles stolen from Europe and Canada has been uncovered in West Africa, according to Afrique-sur7 on Sunday. Interpol's joint initiative, dubbed Operation ‘Safe Wheels’, led to the...

Zelensky ‘blatantly lying’ on allegations Russia ruining Ukraine-Africa relations

MENAFN · April 26, 2025

(MENAFN) South African politician Themba Godi has accused Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky of "blatantly lying" about claims that Russia is sabotaging Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts in Africa. Speaking to RT on Thursday, Godi called Zelensky’s...

Algeria’s president conducts discussions with Macron

MENAFN · April 22, 2025

(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held a lengthy and candid phone conversation to address rising tensions and strained relations between their countries, the Élysée Palace announced Monday. The...

Russia vows defense backing to African nations

MENAFN · April 22, 2025

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reaffirmed Moscow's commitment to assisting the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) in strengthening its defense capabilities. During talks with foreign ministers from Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso in...

Russian spy boss exposes Western neocolonialism in Africa

MENAFN · April 22, 2025

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin has condemned Western powers for continuing "neocolonial" practices, accusing them of damaging humanity and looting resources from African nations. In particular, he...

Malian FM claims Ukraine feeding instability in Africa

MENAFN · April 22, 2025

(MENAFN) Malian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop has accused Ukraine of destabilizing Africa by supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region. Speaking to RIA Novosti, Diop claimed that Ukraine's actions pose a significant threat to regional...

Russia plans on opening embassy in additional African country

MENAFN · April 22, 2025

(MENAFN) Comoros has approved the establishment of a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni, a move welcomed by the government as an opportunity to enhance bilateral relations with Russia. The announcement, made public by local media on Thursday,...

Russia plans on opening embassy in another African state

MENAFN · April 8, 2025

(MENAFN) Russia has received approval from the Comoros government to establish a diplomatic mission in the capital, Moroni, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. This move, as reported by local media,...

Russia plans on opening embassy in African state

MENAFN · April 3, 2025

(MENAFN) The Union of the Comoros has agreed to host a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni, marking a new phase in the strengthening of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The Comorian Foreign Ministry confirmed the decision, viewing...

France gives back army base to Senegal

MENAFN · July 9, 2025

(MENAFN) France has officially returned a military communications base in western Senegal to local authorities after withdrawing its troops, the French embassy announced. This move follows Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s call last...

From scarcity to security: Restoring clean water in Niger State

UN Human Settlements Program · March 13, 2025

Russia, Mali enhance trade, joint research

MENAFN · July 8, 2025

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Mali’s transitional leader, Colonel Assimi Goita, met in Moscow on Monday to sign a series of agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The two countries finalized three major treaties,...

Silicon Valley Technology Consultancy Tackles Challenging Middle East, African Markets

International Trade Administration - Washington D.C. · January 29, 2025

Catalyst Business Solutions is a technology & digital transformation service provider headquartered in San Jose, California, with a strong global presence through 10+ subsidiaries across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). This global...

300 citizens ignite local climate action across West Africa

Climate-KIC · February 5, 2025

In The News 04 Feb 2025 In the face of escalating climate challenges, local communities hold immense potential to drive meaningful change. With their deep understanding of local environments, actors, opportunities, and barriers, they are uniquely...

Minister Thembi Simelane: Review of the Kampala Amendments on Crime

South African Government · October 31, 2024

Programme Director Executive Director of Africa Legal Aid, Evelyn A Ankumah Esteemed Members of Africa Legal Aid Minister of Justice of the Republic of Niger, Honorable Alio Daouda Distinguished guests Ladies and gentlemen Good morning, I wish to...

African unity and coordinated action could turn environmental crises into opportunities for growth

UN Environmental Program · September 2, 2024

Climate change, the loss of nature, pollution and waste: the impacts of a triple planetary crisis are scarring Africa’s landscapes, depleting the continent’s oceans and freshwater sources, and raising urban air pollution to hazardous levels. Some...

Heavy rains make Lac Rose’s pink water return in Senegal

MENAFN · July 9, 2025

(MENAFN) After nearly three years of losing its distinctive pink shade and turning green due to heavy rains and flooding, the famous pink waters of Lac Rose in Senegal have returned. Located about 35 kilometers from Dakar, the lake—known locally...