New window opens for Cote d’Ivoire’s ‘white gold’ when China’s zero-tariff policy comes into force next month
Since entering Cote d’Ivoire in 2018, Mainland Group has invested in several rubber processing factories, with a total capacity of about 480,000 tonnes. “Our five factories directly employ around 2,500 people,” said Zhang Liang, deputy general manager of the group.
Policymakers, industry leaders and start-ups meet in Algerian capital to explore Africa’s digital transformation acceleration
ICT Africa Summit kicked off on Tuesday in Algiers, Algeria, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and start-ups to explore Africa’s accelerating digital transformation and the future of its technology ecosystem. Smart cities, digital infrastructure and telecommunications development are among the key themes of the summit, alongside efforts to modernise urban...
Kenya hosts African negotiators in capital to strengthen continent’s position on climate justice
Nana Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, chairman of the African Group of Negotiators Experts Support, said the discussions would prioritise agriculture, food security, gender equality and climate finance.
Foiled: Malagasy presidency alleges assassination attempt against President Randrianirina
According to the Director of Communication at the Presidency, Harry Laurent Rahajason, five high-tech thermal drones flew over the residence of the president and his family
Economic Freedom Fighters leader Malema sentenced to five years in jail on ‘celebratory shot’ offence to ‘entertain crowd’
The charges stem from an incident on July 28, 2018, when Malema discharged a semi-automatic assault rifle into the air during an EFF political rally in Mdantsane, a largely residential township in Eastern Cape Province.
Cameroon to have vice president in 40 years since the position was abolished in 1984
According to the new law, the vice president will be appointed by the president and will take over as head of state in the event of a presidential vacancy.
English-speaking separatists pause fighting in honour of Pope Leo’s visit to Cameroon
Cameroon’s western regions have been plagued by fighting since English-speaking separatists launched a rebellion in 2017 with the stated goal of breaking away from the French-speaking majority and establishing an independent state.
Proselytising: Pope Leo’s visit to Algeria turn focus on often testy coexistence between Muslim and Christians
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune will greet Leo upon his arrival at Algiers’ international airport before they meet formally at the El Mouradia presidential palace.
COMESA adopts new strategy at Ninth Extraordinary Meeting of Council of Ministers to entrench AfCFTA
The meeting reaffirmed COMESA’s commitment to advancing regional integration and strengthening its role within the broader continental development framework, it added.
China’s zero-tariff policy on African exports sets doors ajar for South Africa’s wine industry growth
To capitalise on these shifts, Diemersdal has begun strengthening its presence in Asia. Layer said the winery recently partnered with a representative based in the region to deepen market insight and expand outreach, including participating in trade shows, targeting specific cities, and refining product offerings to better match local tastes.
