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Download logo Dr. Rania Al-Mashat discusses joint efforts to promote private sector investment through innovative financing mechanisms provided by Japanese financial institutions. Al-Mashat: The Tokyo International Conference on African Development paves the way for constructive partnerships with African countries to support sustainable development efforts. Exploring new opportunities for economic and investment cooperation between Egypt, Japan, and African countries in priority areas, particularly renewable energy. H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, met with Ambassador Fumio Iwai, the Japanese Ambassador to Cairo, and Mr....

Nigeria | 3 hours ago Sylvester Idowu in Warri Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Ovie of Idjerhe Kingdom, King Monday Obukohwo Whiskey, Udurhie I, have called for greater collaboration between Nigeria?s traditional rulers and the political leadership to strengthen national unity and preserve cultural heritage. The two revered royal fathers also called for renewed efforts by government to address infrastructural gaps in the Niger Delta and critical federal roads in other parts of the country. The monarchs also praised President Bola Tinubu for his transformative leadership through various policies that are...

Somalia said on Sunday that it has concluded voter registration for Mogadishursquo;s municipal council elections, set for Oct. 30, in what authorities described as a historic step in the countryrsquo;s democratic...

Download logo The United Nations Support Mission in Libya closed its online poll Thursday, which has been ongoing for the last two months, with the participation of 22,584 people. The poll was conducted to invite members of the public to express their preferences on four options proposed by an Advisory Committee made up of Libyan legal, political and constitutional experts towards establishing a government that would have democratic legitimacy. The Mission will use the data, together with opinions solicited from an additional 3,881 people collected through telephone polling and in-person and online group consultations, to inform the development of its new political roadmap, which will be...

Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hanna Tetteh and her two deputies visited three Tripoli polling centres Saturday to witness municipal elections and meet with the High National Elections Commission staff and election observers who were overseeing the voting. SRSG Tetteh and the Deputy Special-Representative of the Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Stephanie Koury, toured polling centres in Central Tripoli and Hai Al Andlus municipalities. DSRSG, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Aeneas Chuma visited Souq Al Jouma. Municipal elections were conducted...

Download logo The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Peoplersquo;s Democratic Republic of...

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Backpage | 26 seconds ago READING THE TEA LEAVES By Obinna Chima obinna.chima@thisdaylive.com 08152447875 (SmS only) Obinna Chima The Nigerian stock market is gradually emerging as one of the most compelling stories of resilience and renewed optimism in the country?s economic narrative in 2025, as the first eight months of the year have signalled a sharp turnaround. Confidence has replaced caution, resulting in a bullish trend that has captured the attention of both local and foreign investors. Indeed, the stock market is a mirror of expectations about the broader economy, and smart investors do what the rest of the crowd is not doing. Precisely, the market capitalisation of the...

Nigeria | 17 seconds ago Ferdinand Ekechukwu Samuel Isong, an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, is emerging as a prominent voice for youth empowerment and economic growth within the region. Born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, but with deep roots in Ikot Ntuen, Oruk Anam Local Government Area, Isong has channeled his passion and expertise into establishing Ride With Me, one of Nigeria?s forward-thinking logistics businesses. The company provides services for brands, projects,...

Nigeria | 32 seconds ago Kayode Tokede The Nedbank Group yesterday announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its 21.2 percent shareholding in Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) to Bosquet Investments Limited (Bosquet Investments) for a purchase consideration of US$100 million. This followed the bank?s strategic review...

Ohio state Rep. Ismail Mohamed (D), one of the first Somali Muslims elected...

Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's national army will soon launch a major operation to recapture towns and villages currently under the control of the Al-Shabaab militant group, the Ministry of Defence said on Friday. ......

Arabian Post - Malian authorities have launched an extensive investigation into an alleged plot to destabilise the country, with the arrest of a French national and several high-ranking generals. The arrests come amidst mounting tension and accusations that foreign powers are attempting to undermine Mali?s stability. The government?s claims have drawn significant attention, as they allege involvement from foreign actors, raising concerns of escalating international interference in the country?s internal affairs. Authorities reported that the French national, whose identity remains undisclosed, was detained after being accused of participating in a complex network aiming...

Tunisia's powerful labour union, long...

Several news outlets on Friday reported the appointment of Rotimi Pedro as the new NTA director-general. ......

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Reducing electricity costs is commendable and should remain a primary objective for state regulators. However, genuine progress will likely come from addressing deeper systemic issues. ......

An Egyptian activist and content creator, Anas Habib, once again locked the outer gates of his country#8217;s embassy...

In recent years, a wave of military takeovers has swept across the Sahel region--Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali--toppling long-standing regimes and sending shockwaves through Africa's political establishment. ......

Nigeria | 2 hours ago The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Friday, granted approval to the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport, Ilisan-Iperu, Ogun State, to begin commercial flight operations. The approval, given in line with Part 12.15.17 of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations...

Nigeria | 24 minutes ago Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has lauded the people of Remoland for conducting themselves in an orderly manner at the ongoing Remo Federal Constituency by-election into the House of Representatives. Abiodun, who spoke while fielding questions from newsmen after...

The UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) on Saturday welcomed the opening of polling stations in 26 municipalities across the country as part of the second round of local council elections. In a press release, the mission said the vote provides citizens in participating municipalities with an ldquo;opportunity to...

Nigeria | 29 minutes ago Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano. All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for the cancellation of the Shanono/Bagwai and Tsanyawa/Ghari bye-elections in Kano following the arrest of about 280 political thugs with dangerous weapons at different polling units. The arrest came as the National Publicity Secretary of the APC Felix Morka issued a statement calling for the...

New Alamein mega city on the north coast of Egypt. Credit: Johan5885. CC BY 1.0/Wikimedia Commons/ A $183 billion seaside mega city, New Alamein in Egypt, is touted to become the crown jewel of the Mediterranean, luring tourists away from traditional European vacation destinations such as Greece, Italy, and Spain. Nestled along the sparkling north coast, New Alamein City of Egypt is a bustling metropolis poised to take on Greece, Italy, and Spain for tourist numbers in the Mediterranean. It has white sandy beaches, shares...

Le Quai d'Orsay a indiqué samedi que le Français arrêté au Mali et accusé d'avoir participé à une tentative de déstabilisation des institutions est l'objet d'"accusations sans fondement", et qu'un "dialogue est en cours" pour obtenir sa "libération sans délai".

Arrest of Yann Vezilier, accused of trying to destabilise Mali, marks new low in relations between Paris and Bamako.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Wednesday that lists have been finalized for Palestinian police personnel...

Fasua was mostly correct that the size of Nigeria's economy is larger...

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