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Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Reparations for empire: What the new pope owes to Africa

Pope Francis' successor must prioritize justice for Africa, addressing slavery, colonization, and white supremacy in the Church's relationship with the continent.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

How Francis Challenged and Embraced Africa's Rising Catholic Population

Pope Francis's actions showcase his strong commitment to African Catholics amid a growing number of church members on the continent.
fromThe Washington Post
4 days ago
France news

Africa was vital to Francis's papacy - and will shape the church's future

Pope Francis highlights Africa as the growing hope for the Catholic Church amid declining attendance elsewhere.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

Conclave: Odds are still against African pope DW 04/23/2025

Pope Francis's death sparks calls for an African successor, reflecting the Catholic Church's growing presence in Africa.
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Reparations for empire: What the new pope owes to Africa

Pope Francis' successor must prioritize justice for Africa, addressing slavery, colonization, and white supremacy in the Church's relationship with the continent.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

How Francis Challenged and Embraced Africa's Rising Catholic Population

Pope Francis's actions showcase his strong commitment to African Catholics amid a growing number of church members on the continent.
fromThe Washington Post
4 days ago
France news

Africa was vital to Francis's papacy - and will shape the church's future

Pope Francis highlights Africa as the growing hope for the Catholic Church amid declining attendance elsewhere.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

Conclave: Odds are still against African pope DW 04/23/2025

Pope Francis's death sparks calls for an African successor, reflecting the Catholic Church's growing presence in Africa.
more#pope-francis
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago
Europe news

Who is the next head of the African Development Bank? DW 04/29/2025

The African Development Bank is seeking a new president as Dr. Akinwumi Adesina will step down in 2025 after focusing on economic growth.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

African diplomats want British government to back bill to speed up debt restructurings

African diplomats urge UK to support debt restructuring bill for struggling countries.
Rising global economic pressures necessitate urgent action on debt crises.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Media industry

Meta faces Ghana lawsuits over impact of extreme content on moderators

Meta faces new lawsuits over mental health issues of African content moderators.
Workers suffer severe psychological distress from exposure to graphic content.
fromESPN.com
6 days ago
Toronto Raptors

How a love for J. Cole led a BAL fan-favourite, USA's Will Perry, to Africa

Will Perry evolved from a jack-of-all-trades athlete to a successful professional basketball player in the NBA-backed Basketball Africa League.
fromCageside Press
1 week ago
MMA

PFL Africa Set To Launch In July With 4 Single-Elimination Events

PFL launches African regional league in July 2025, featuring 32 fighters from 14 nations.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
World news

Should Africa be worried about earthquakes? DW 04/19/2025

Africa is at greater risk for earthquakes due to its complex geological structure, necessitating improved preparedness and local response capabilities.
#public-health
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Obesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Cars kill more people than wars in Africa: Traffic accidents claim a life every two minutes

Road accidents claim 259,601 lives in Africa in 2021, highlighting dire public health and development issues.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Obesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Cars kill more people than wars in Africa: Traffic accidents claim a life every two minutes

Road accidents claim 259,601 lives in Africa in 2021, highlighting dire public health and development issues.
more#public-health
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Have Trump's tariffs killed US-Africa preferential trade?

Trump's tariffs threaten the AGOA framework, adversely impacting African economies and trade relations.
Increased tariffs may lead African producers to seek markets in China.
#fintech
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

This fintech processed $1B in payments through word-of-mouth | TechCrunch

Juicyway demonstrates stablecoin's potential in transforming cross-border payments for African businesses.
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago
Startup companies

Y Combinator neobank Djamo raises $17M with 1M users across Francophone Africa | TechCrunch

Djamo targets Francophone West Africa to provide banking services for the underbanked, raising $17 million to expand its offerings.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
European startups

African fintech Moniepoint gets Visa backing, plans to work on contactless payments | TechCrunch

Visa's investment in Moniepoint enhances financial inclusion in Africa, particularly for SMEs.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

This fintech has a fix for the biggest cross-border payments issues in Francophone Africa | TechCrunch

Cauridor is addressing the challenges of cross-border payments in Africa with a hybrid fintech solution.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
European startups

QED leads $11M investment in Nigerian fintech Raenest | TechCrunch

Raenest addresses payment challenges for freelancers in Africa, enabling them to receive international payments efficiently.
The company raised $11 million to expand its services for freelancers and businesses across Africa.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

This fintech processed $1B in payments through word-of-mouth | TechCrunch

Juicyway demonstrates stablecoin's potential in transforming cross-border payments for African businesses.
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago
Startup companies

Y Combinator neobank Djamo raises $17M with 1M users across Francophone Africa | TechCrunch

Djamo targets Francophone West Africa to provide banking services for the underbanked, raising $17 million to expand its offerings.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
European startups

African fintech Moniepoint gets Visa backing, plans to work on contactless payments | TechCrunch

Visa's investment in Moniepoint enhances financial inclusion in Africa, particularly for SMEs.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

This fintech has a fix for the biggest cross-border payments issues in Francophone Africa | TechCrunch

Cauridor is addressing the challenges of cross-border payments in Africa with a hybrid fintech solution.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
European startups

QED leads $11M investment in Nigerian fintech Raenest | TechCrunch

Raenest addresses payment challenges for freelancers in Africa, enabling them to receive international payments efficiently.
The company raised $11 million to expand its services for freelancers and businesses across Africa.
more#fintech
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

Snakes, border madness' and solo trips: five Nigerian female travellers on their top tips and trickiest moments

Joy Ebaide's motorbike adventures in Africa showcase resilience, determination, and the thrill of traveling despite challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London startup

The field of human ancestry is rife with racism': pioneering project to build cancer database in Africa

Yaw Bediako aims to tackle cancer research disparity in Africa through Yemaachi Biotech by creating a comprehensive database for better treatment outcomes.
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

The ghost reporters' writing pro-Russian propaganda in West Africa

Fabricated online identities are promoting anti-France narratives across West and Central Africa, as revealed by Al Jazeera's investigation.
#south-africa
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

How Is Crypto Regulation Shaping Up In The 2nd Largest Continent in the World? | HackerNoon

Africa's diverse landscape shows significant strides in crypto regulation, particularly in Nigeria, South Africa, and Mauritius in 2024.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

How Is Crypto Regulation Shaping Up In The 2nd Largest Continent in the World? | HackerNoon

Africa's diverse landscape shows significant strides in crypto regulation, particularly in Nigeria, South Africa, and Mauritius in 2024.
more#south-africa
#climate-change
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's drill, baby, drill' agenda could keep the world hooked on oil and gas

Trump advocates for increased fossil fuel extraction to maintain global dependency on these energy sources.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
World politics

Can new Africa Energy Bank power a continent while protecting the planet?

Africa Energy Bank will fund oil and gas projects while navigating profits and climate responsibilities.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's drill, baby, drill' agenda could keep the world hooked on oil and gas

Trump advocates for increased fossil fuel extraction to maintain global dependency on these energy sources.
more#climate-change
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Drone attacks killing hundreds of civilians across Africa, says report

Armed drone attacks in Africa have resulted in over 1,000 civilian deaths, highlighting the urgent need for international regulation.
#political-instability
more#political-instability
Film
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Jazz, politics, continents collide in Oscar-nominated 'Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat'

1960 marked a significant year for African independence and the cultural resonance of Black musicians during the Cold War, as explored in 'Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat.'
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Poor Mo Salah, scoring all these goals without hope of a Ballon d'Or...

Mohamed Salah's remarkable season highlights his talent but raises concerns about his chances for the Ballon d'Or due to the absence of major tournament play.
#geopolitics
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

This Country On Israel's Border Has Over 5,000 Tanks at the Ready

The Battle of the Somme introduced tanks to modern warfare, influencing strategies despite early mechanical issues.
Africa is home to significant tank armies, which are vital for regional stability.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

This Country On Israel's Border Has Over 5,000 Tanks at the Ready

The Battle of the Somme introduced tanks to modern warfare, influencing strategies despite early mechanical issues.
Africa is home to significant tank armies, which are vital for regional stability.
more#geopolitics
#demographics
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Looking to a Time When Most of the World's Babies Will Be African

Africa's demographic trends indicate a shift towards a larger global population share, with significant economic growth potential.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Looking to a Time When Most of the World's Babies Will Be African

Africa's demographic trends indicate a shift towards a larger global population share, with significant economic growth potential.
more#demographics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

How do global perceptions of Africa affect the continent?

Negative global perceptions of Africa cost the continent $3.3 billion annually, affecting its economy and people's lives.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

African leaders move to end DR Congo conflict DW 02/08/2025

African leaders must act decisively to resolve the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to avoid historical judgment.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Modernism in Africa: Shedding Light on Nigeria's Rich Heritage of Education Buildings

The book "Modernism in Africa" emphasizes the pivotal role of educational architecture in shaping African identity and development.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Design

People want clothes that match their values': sustainability takes centre stage at Nairobi fashion week

Nairobi Fashion Week highlights a trend towards sustainable fashion in Africa, showcasing innovative designs made from recycled materials.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

A Training School for Elephants by Sophy Roberts review the haunting story of a doomed expedition

Roberts' exploration reveals the duality of Africa's beauty and the dark legacy of colonial expeditions.
The narrative intertwines personal stories and historical research, illuminating the impact of King Leopold's actions.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Can communities living side by side with wildlife beat Africa's national parks at conservation?

Community-run conservancies can be more effective for wildlife recovery than traditional national parks.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Migration: Africa's overdue reckoning with itself DW 01/10/2025

Europe is experiencing a political shift to the right regarding immigration policies and perceptions.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Africa: Supporting peace after guns have fallen silent DW 12/23/2024

Traditional conflict resolution tools are failing in Africa, exacerbating challenges and instability on the continent.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

I've been to Africa multiple times. Here are the best things I did in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Morocco, and Egypt.

Africa offers vast and unique travel experiences across different countries.
Each visited country—Zimbabwe, South Africa, Morocco, and Egypt—has its own charm and distinct attractions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Esports are booming in Africa but can its infrastructure keep pace?

The rise of esports in Africa reflects increasing internet access and a young population's growing interest in video gaming.
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