Senegal’s Landmark Airport Evolution: From Senghor to Blaise Diagne

Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport, once a bustling gateway in Senegal’s capital, Dakar, and a symbol of national pride, has been overshadowed by the country’s state-of-the-art aviation hub. The former flagship airport, named after Senegal’s first president and celebrated poet, had served over two million passengers annually and hosted numerous world leaders, including…

Read More

Fostering Africa’s Self-Reliance: Key Takeaways from Mjadala Afrika’s Debate on AU Leadership

Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian The Mjadala Afrika debate held in Addis Ababa provided a compelling look into the future of African Union (AU) leadership, where candidates for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson shared their ambitious visions to tackle the continent’s challenges and harness its opportunities. One of the key themes that emerged was Africa’s growing relationship with…

Read More

Fostering Africa’s Self-Reliance: Key Takeaways from Mjadala Afrika’s Debate on AU Leadership

Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian The Mjadala Afrika debate held in Addis Ababa provided a compelling look into the future of African Union (AU) leadership, where candidates for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson shared their ambitious visions to tackle the continent’s challenges and harness its opportunities. One of the key themes that emerged was Africa’s growing relationship with…

Read More

Chris Brown’s DJ Fresh Teases Return to South Africa After Historic Performance

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Chris Brown’s recent performance at the FNB Stadium made waves, with the American R&B star delivering an unforgettable two-day concert. During the event, DJ Fresh, who kept the energy high between performances, hinted at a potential return to South Africa. The US-based DJ entertained the crowd with an array of South African hits, including…

Read More

Alabuga Start: Russian Labor Program Sparks Outrage as African Governments Remain Silent

Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian A disturbing series of investigative reports has uncovered a Russian labor recruitment scheme allegedly luring young African women with promises of education, work experience, and financial opportunities—only to find them assembling military drones in Russia, and in some cases, even being caught in a Ukrainian drone strike. The program, named Alabuga Start, reportedly targets…

Read More

Transforming Africa: The Intersection of Innovation and Industrial Growth

Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian As 2024 comes to a close, the recent Africa Industrialization Day provided a timely opportunity to reflect on the continent’s progress toward sustainable development and the critical role technological innovation, enhanced trade, and increased productivity play in driving economic growth. UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted the promise of the African Continental Free Trade…

Read More

COP29: Paving Africa’s Path to a Green Economy

Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian The global community is buzzing with renewed optimism following COP29 in Baku, where a $300 billion climate finance package was announced alongside an ambitious roadmap to scale this to $1.3 trillion annually by 2035. For Africa, this signals a critical opportunity to translate hope into action and reimagine the future—a future where sustainability drives…

Read More

AOT Lagos 6.0: Charting Africa’s Digital Future with Artificial Intelligence

Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The 6th edition of the highly anticipated Art of Technology (AOT) Lagos conference, hosted by the Eko Innovation Centre in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, recently took place at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Under the theme “The AI Revolution: Transforming Lagos into Africa’s Digital Powerhouse,”…

Read More

AFRES2025 to Ignite Cross-Border Expansion for African Businesses

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian SalesRuby Limited, a prominent management consulting firm, is set to drive transformative growth for over 400 SMEs and corporate organizations through the Africa Revenue Summit 2025 (AFRES2025). The initiative aims to support businesses in achieving a remarkable 400% growth by 2025, even amidst challenging economic conditions. This ambitious plan focuses on equipping business leaders…

Read More

Canon’s Commitment to Nurturing Young Lives in Africa

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Empowering Connections: Canon’s photography training and Creative Park activities provide children with special needs and their guardians a platform to bond, explore, and express creativity together.Preserving Joy: Families gain tools to capture cherished moments, fostering enriching experiences and lasting memories. Canon Central and North Africa (Canon-CNA.com), a leader in imaging solutions, has announced a…

Read More