Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Africa’s Architectof Leadership
CorD Magazine
·
July 1, 2025
In a world where the word “entrepreneur” often evokes images of Silicon Valley start-ups and digital unicorns, Fred Swaniker stands apart—not just for what he builds, but for whom he builds for. Born in Ghana and raised across multiple African...
Regional Maritime University to introduce four-year mandatory cadetships for all students
Ghana News Agency
·
June 30, 2025
By Morkporkpor Anku Accra, June 30, GNA- Effect from the 2025/2026 academic year, the Regional Maritime University (RMU) will introduce a four-year mandatory cadetship for all students pursing sea-going programmes as well as other interested...
West African gov’ts must push for harmonised visa regimes, cross border connectivity — GTA
Ghana News Agency
·
June 29, 2025
By Hafsa Obeng Accra, June 29, GNA – Mrs Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), says West African governments must push for more harmonized visa regimes, improved cross-border connectivity...
From the world’s world to the stars: a new space race
The European Times
·
June 21, 2025
The exploits of the longtime established space nations-in particular the United States-can still dominate major titles, but countries as diverse as Zimbabwe, Honduras and Malta signal their intention to take advantage of the advantages of...
President of EBID urges graduates to champion problem-solving innovation for Africa’s growth
Joy FM
·
June 30, 2025
The Chancellor of the Nobel International Business University (NiBS), Dr George Agyekum Donkor, has urged graduates to champion innovation and advance policies that not only address Africa’s most pressing challenges but also safeguard the...
COLUMN: Impact of trying to eliminate a harmful species
The Gazette - Colorado
·
In the 1940s and 50s, cowboys carried a stick to treat cattle infested with screwworms. The stick was used to scrape the flesh-eating maggots from infested wounds — eyes, noses, umbilicus — and then used to smear benzol and pine tar oil on the...
KHALSA AID International UK digs borehole in Daru Foday Ba community
The Voice Gambia
·
June 30, 2025
By: Haruna Kuyateh The Daru Foday Ba community in Jokadou hailed KHALSA AID International UK for providing them with a borehole to address and ease the issue of drinkable in the community. The support was facilitated by Africa Corps Volunteer...
China and Africa consolidate dynamic partnership
Friends of Socialist China
·
June 16, 2025
On June 11, 2025, the Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on the Implementation of the Follow-up Actions of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was held in Changsha, capital of China’s Hunan Province. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi...
Right-holders in NBR Voice Frustration Over Service Delivery Failures
The Fatu Network
·
June 30, 2025
- Advertisement - By Alieu Jallow Residents of the North Bank Region (NBR) have raised serious concerns over the inadequate delivery of essential services by key public institutions during a two-day technical advisory interface held at the...
Regional Maritime University inaugurates 50-bed capacity hostel, video conferencing facilities
Ghana News Agency
·
June 30, 2025
By Morkporkpor Anku Accra, June 30, GNA – The Board of Governors of the Regional Maritime University (RMU) has inaugurated a 50-bed capacity hostel and an ultra-modern video conferencing facility for the University. These facilities were sponsored...
African Princess Beach Hotel Unveils State-of-the-Art Conference and Banqueting Facility
The Voice Gambia
·
June 30, 2025
By: Yunus .S. Saliu In a major stride towards enhancing its hospitality offerings, the management of African Princess Beach Hotel on Wednesday, 25th June 2025, officially inaugurated its State-of-the-Art Conference and Banqueting Facility. The new...
An open letter to the United Democratic Party: Time for reflection and action
The Standard Gambia
·
June 18, 2025
- Advertisement - To the leadership of the United Democratic Party (UDP) It is with a heavy heart and earnest concern that I address you today, not as a card-carrying member, but as a concerned Gambian who has previously cast my vote in favor of...
Wave Raises $137 Million Debt Funding to Expand Mobile Money Footprint in Africa
TechEconomy
·
June 30, 2025
Advertisements Wave, the mobile money company disrupting financial services in Francophone Africa, has secured $137 million in debt funding. Designed to scale its operations across existing and new markets, even as many African startups struggle...
ITTOG Bags Champions of West Africa Balafon Travel Awards
The Voice Gambia
·
June 20, 2025
By: Yunus .S. Saliu The African Travel Quarterly (ATQ) has named the Institute of Travel and Tourism of The Gambia (ITTOG) for the Balafon Travel Awards – Champions of West Africa in recognition of its outstanding contributions to capacity...
China’s Agricultural Revolution: Lessons For Nigeria
Prompt News Online
·
June 30, 2025
By Kemi Yesufu, who recently returned from China The 1949 revolution, led by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), resulted in the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China and the CCP’s consolidation of power on the mainland. Several years...
GTBoard Named West Africa’s Tourism Marketing Agency of the Year
The Voice Gambia
·
June 19, 2025
By :Yunus .S. Saliu In recognition of its outstanding efforts in promoting The Gambia as one of the top travel destinations in West Africa, the Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard) has been named Tourism Marketing Agency of the Year – West Africa by...
Celebrating 25 Years of...
Capital Ethiopia
·
June 23, 2025
As the African Union and European Union mark the 25th anniversary of their unique partnership, the relationship between the two continents stands at a pivotal moment. In this exclusive interview with Capital, Javier Niño Pérez, EU Ambassador to...
Ghana’s Jubilee House: The monument reminiscing India-Ghana ties
Joy FM
·
June 30, 2025
The iconic structure housing Ghana’s seat of government is expected to be yet another spotlight for India-Ghana relations as President John Dramani Mahama prepares to host his counterpart, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for a two-day...
NATC, Partners to Establish Agroecology Platform in CRR North
The Voice Gambia
·
June 17, 2025
By: Haruna Kuyateh The Njawara Agricultural Training Centre (NATC), in partnership with Action Aid International The Gambia (AAITG), is scaling up efforts to promote agroecology through the establishment of an Agroecology Platform in Central River...
West African Leaders Urged to Simplify Regional Travel
News Ghana
·
June 29, 2025
Ghana Tourism Authority CEO Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto has called for urgent harmonization of visa regimes across West Africa to boost cross-border tourism. Speaking at the 8th Accra Weizo travel expo on June 29, 2025, Houadjeto urged...