In 2024, Sweden continued to serve as a key destination for individuals seeking refuge from conflict, persecution, and instability across various regions of the world with Africans making up a significant number of the asylum seekers. Sweden remained a refuge for individuals escaping global conflicts, with thousands of African nationals applying for asylum in 2024.…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has clarified that while Nigeria has made significant progress in settling its financial obligations, reports claiming the country has fully repaid its debts are inaccurate. The IMF clarified that while Nigeria has repaid its $3.4 billion emergency loan, reports of full debt repayment are inaccurate. Nigeria has an outstanding annual…
President Donald Trump has announced a “full and immediate ceasefire” to quell rising tensions following the four-day deadly conflict between India and Pakistan. US President Donald Trump announced a full and immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan following recent conflicts. The announcement came after overnight US-mediated negotiations involving high-level diplomats and military officials. India and…
A new $500 million fund has been allocated to address maternal and newborn mortality in Africa, with Ghana and Nigeria named among the key recipients. A $500 million fund, the Beginnings Fund, was launched to tackle maternal and newborn mortality in Africa over five years. Priority countries include Ghana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Lesotho,…
The AI strategy of the African Union prioritizes data sovereignty, digital infrastructure, and cross-border regulation, with 22 countries supporting a national structure. The African Union (AU) officially adopted its continental artificial intelligence (AI) strategy in July 2024 A key focus is the AU’s data policy framework and the Malabo Convention, creating comprehensive and uniform data…
Ethiopia is taking a significant step toward economic reform by moving to lift its decades-old law that bans foreigners from owning property. Ethiopia is planning to lift its longstanding ban on foreign property ownership to attract foreign direct investment (FDI). The reform aims to address barriers such as state interference and institutional weaknesses that deter…
After growing interest from the U.S., the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly joined efforts to co-finance the $25 billion Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline project. The UAE has joined efforts to co-finance the $25 billion Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline project. The project aims to connect West Africa to Europe via a 5,660-km offshore pipeline traversing 13 countries.…
From large-scale phishing attacks to data leaks caused by outdated digital infrastructure, the threat landscape in several African countries intensified significantly, with millions of online accounts compromised and a sharp rise in cybersecurity breaches. African countries experienced a notable rise in cybersecurity breaches in January 2025, compromising millions of online accounts. Common attack methods include…
South Africa’s government has assured that its HIV/AIDS treatment program remains fully funded for the current financial year, despite the recent withdrawal of U.S. support. South Africa’s government confirmed full funding for its HIV/AIDS treatment program despite U.S. support withdrawal. The country remains committed to ensuring uninterrupted medication access for patients, serving 7.7 million individuals…
