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Published on Jun 30, 2025Source: The Financial Times - Neutral
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Published on Jul 2, 2025
Container Shipping Industry Thrives in Africa
Africa is witnessing an unprecedented transformation in its freight market, with noted robust growth across all transport modes amid the complex geopolitical headwinds. Africa Global Logistics says the continent’s strategic position has made it a critical …
Source: SeaNews - Pending -
Published on Jul 2, 2025
Interferry and MOWCA Sign Landmark MOU to Advance Ferry Safety in West and Central Africa
This MOU solidifies cooperation for effective, safe, and sustainable ferry transportation in Africa. Key areas of joint action include information campaigns for policymakers and the public on ferry safety and sustainability. The agreement also covers …
Source: Hellenic Shipping News - Neutral -
Published on Jul 1, 2025
UB student awarded NASA fellowship to map biodiversity in South Africa
Festus Adegbola, a UB PhD student who is using remote-sensing technology to monitor biodiversity from the air, has been awarded the Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST) Fellowship. Supporting graduate student …
Source: UB Now - Neutral -
Published on Jun 30, 2025
The Growing Cyber Threat Landscape in West Africa
West Africa’s digital economy is experiencing rapid growth, with over 120 million active internet users and a mobile-first approach to technology adoption. However, this expansion has also led to increased exposure to cyber threats. According to the Africa …
Source: New Crusading Guide - Pending -
Published on Jun 30, 2025
Togo’s political crisis risks spilling over into West Africa – Security Analyst warns
Since August, Togo's opposition has organised regular protests against demanding the departure of embattled President Faure Gnassingbe, whose family has ruled this west African nation for five decades. By MATTEO FRASCHINI KOFFI (AFP/File) Togo’s …
Source: Joy FM - Indeterminate -
Published on Jul 1, 2025
Afreximbank: Nigeria, other West African countries spend $3 billion annually to import meat
Nigeria and other West African countries collectively spend over $3 billion annually importing meat, often from distant suppliers such as Australia, despite the region’s abundant livestock resources. The revelation has reignited calls for stronger regional …
Source: Nairametrics - Neutral -
Published on Jul 1, 2025
West Wits secures loan to accelerate Qala Shallows
West Wits Mining has signed definitive agreements for a senior syndicated loan facility of R875 million (~US$50 million) to accelerate development at its Qala Shallows Gold Project in the south-west of Johannesburg, South Africa. The facility, which will …
Source: Mining Review - Neutral -
Published on Jul 1, 2025
Africa World Airlines launches Accra–Ouagadougou route, expands into Sahel region
Africa World Airlines (AWA) has officially launched a new direct flight route between Accra, Ghana and Burkina Faso's capital Ouagadougou, marking a significant step in its expansion into the Sahel region. The inaugural flight was announced at a brief …
Source: Joy FM - Indeterminate -
Published on Jun 30, 2025
World Bank targets boost in West Africa power trade
The World Bank has outlined plans to strengthen electricity trade across West Africa, building on years of investments in critical power infrastructure. Speaking at an MoU signing between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire on June 27, 2025, Senior Energy Specialist …
Source: GhanaWeb - Neutral