President William Ruto has said that African countries should restructure the International Financial System. Ruto said that many countries are off track on the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals and climate actions. He said a proper financing model will help nations such as Kenya plan their goals better. “We need to rethink the whole architecture around financing. It is…
This event was more than just a competition, it was a chance for athletes from various backgrounds to share their love for fitness and forge community to professionalise the Sport of Fitness in South Africa and Africa. The 2023 Fittest Games hosted in Parys and Potchefstroom from 24 to 28 August was an opportunity to unite the fittest athletes…
Africa indeed presents numerous opportunities for funding investors. The continent’s economic landscape is evolving, and it offers a wide range of investment possibilities across various sectors. Kristin Wilson, Portfolio Consultant & Strategy Lead, Spurt said this at the Inspire Africa Conference on Monday 18 September. She was joined on a panel with Lavanya Anand, SR, Investment Manager, Africinvest Group…
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) marks its 10th anniversary this year since it was proposed by H.E.President Xi Jinping of China in 2013. The BRI aimed at opening up new solid and strong economic partnership between China and other countries, especially developing nations. The BRI is a symbolic commitment of China to help the countries along the Silk…
Nairobi, Kenya — A leading global risk consultancy says that despite the impacts of the war in Ukraine, global inflation, climate and security challenges, Africa continues to find resilience. A new report by Control Risks and its economics consulting partner, Oxford Economics Africa, finds that as global tensions create disruptions, they are also providing many African governments significant political,…
UNITED STATES ,New York : VICE- PRESIDENT Dr Philip Mpango is set to address the world leaders during the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit at the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78) in New York tomorrow. Dr Mpango left the country on Monday this week to represent President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan at the assembly. According to a statement…
African leaders, including Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu and South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa are in the U.S. for the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) which is taking place from September 19 to September 26, 2023. In his first UNGA meeting as newly-elected leader of Nigeria, Tinubu called for “genuine partnership for Nigeria and Africa’s…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian In the vibrant tapestry of human existence, it is an inherent responsibility to acknowledge and embrace the diverse facets of being human. Sometimes, we inadvertently construct invisible barriers around ourselves, gradually solidifying over time, making it an immense challenge to break free. Furthermore, these barriers can create a solitary confinement, a pit where…
*AGRA’s Vision to Transform Africa’s Food Systems” By Anthony Muchoki In a passionate and urgent address at the United Nations Headquarters on September 17, 2023, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, shed light on the pressing need for a radical transformation of Africa’s agri-food systems. Dr. Kalibata eloquently articulated the challenges facing the African continent and outlined AGRA’s innovative…
*AGRA’s Vision to Transform Africa’s Food Systems” By Anthony Muchoki In a passionate and urgent address at the United Nations Headquarters on September 17, 2023, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, shed light on the pressing need for a radical transformation of Africa’s agri-food systems. Dr. Kalibata eloquently articulated the challenges facing the African continent and outlined AGRA’s innovative…