Category: Africa News

Free programme targets African public servants as AI reshapes government work By Staff Reporter NEW YORK — African public officials are set to gain free access to specialised artificial intelligence (AI) training following the launch of a new programme by the African Development Bank Group and its partners. The initiative, launched on the sidelines of…

By Staff Reporter Africa’s true size and how it is portrayed on world maps have come under renewed scrutiny following a United Nations (UN) resolution challenging the widespread use of map projections that visually distort the continent. Dr Nisa Ayob, a senior lecturer in geography at North-West University (NWU), says the debate is not simply…

By Staff Reporter Africa’s technology leaders will gather in Livingstone this month to confront some of the continent’s toughest digital questions, from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to data governance and the future of the tech workforce. The fourth TICON Africa Conference takes place at the Avani Victoria Falls Resort from 23 to 25 September, bringing…

By Staff Reporter NAIROBI, Kenya — More than 400 developers, entrepreneurs, technology professionals, students and innovators attended ClawCon Nairobi, Africa’s first community-led personal AI conference, held at Strathmore University. The large turnout for the inaugural event reflects growing interest in a new generation of artificial intelligence that is moving beyond simply answering questions to helping…

By Staff Reporter LUSAKA, Zambia — President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President W.K. Mutale Nalumango have officially been sworn into office for a second five-year term, marking the beginning of Zambia’s 2026–2031 administration. Zambian President Hichilema has pledged growth, unity and prosperity for 2026–2031. The two leaders took their oaths of office on Tuesday, 1…

By Staff Reporter “The Master Health Facility List is a major milestone for Somalia’s health sector, providing trusted data to strengthen planning, coordination, and access to quality health services. We appreciate WHO and partners for their valuable support,” said Yussuf Hassan Isack (Yussuf Wadani), Director General of the Federal Ministry of Health. A Stronger Foundation…

By Gautam Karve, Editor-in-Chief, World Media Organization 23rd August 2026 — South Africa and Zimbabwe have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation through several agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covering agriculture, trade, investment, gender equality, correctional services, diplomacy, and arts and culture. The agreements were signed in Pretoria at the conclusion of the Fourth…

By Staff Reporter Johannesburg — Africa must move away from exporting raw materials and importing finished products by developing integrated supply chains that create value, jobs, innovation and industrial capacity on the continent. This was the central message behind the 2026 African Supply Chain Confederation (ASCON) Conference, where supply chain professionals are being urged to…

By Staff Reporter Ahead of International Youth Day on Wednesday August 12,  Young Zambians are displaying a rise in confidence and optimism about their country’s future, with growing numbers choosing to build their lives, careers and businesses at home. According to the recent African Youth Survey 2026 report , the continent’s most comprehensive study of…