By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Engage Now Africa (ENA), in collaboration with the Ghana Immigration Service and border control authorities in Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, and Cameroon, has successfully facilitated the safe reintegration of a 20-year-old Cameroonian woman trafficked online to Côte d’Ivoire. According to ENA, the young woman, named Angel, was initially lured to Côte d’Ivoire with…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The informal sector has become a vital part of the African economy, contributing significantly to employment across the continent. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has emphasized the importance of reforming this sector to address Africa’s growing unemployment challenges. While informal jobs—such as street vendors, small-scale farmers, craftsmen, and independent tradesmen—offer flexible employment options…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian With Donald Trump’s recent re-election to the White House, African nations are extending congratulations, hopeful for a cooperative relationship built on mutual respect. However, concerns linger about his isolationist stance, especially if Republicans retain control of both houses of Congress. A key area of focus is the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which…
News Report | Africa Guardian According to the newly released 2024 Global Digital Fraud Index by American security firm SumSub, Moroccan hackers have been ranked as the most dangerous in North Africa, as reported by Spanish daily La Razón. Morocco leads North African countries with a rating of 3.51 points, placing it third in Africa overall, following Mauritius and…
By Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Fort Worth, TX – Bell Textron Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), has appointed Tim Evans as Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa. In his new role, Tim will drive Bell’s growth and oversee the expansion of its commercial business across these key markets. Tim brings a wealth…
By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, announced that under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision, Nigeria aims to establish at least six fully operational, FIFA-standard stadiums nationwide. Presently, the country faces challenges in maintaining even one stadium that meets FIFA standards due to poor infrastructure conditions. Dikko emphasized that the Commission’s…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian At a summit in Sochi, Russian President Vladimir Putin extended what he described as “total support” to Africa, offering assistance in the fight against terrorism and extremism. His message was delivered by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to African officials attending the conference. The speech comes at a time when several African nations are…
Visa Makes Strategic Investments in Four Leading African Fintech Startups By Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has announced strategic investments in four fintech startups that graduated from the inaugural Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program. These investments reinforce Visa’s commitment to fostering digital innovation across Africa, advancing fintech growth, and enhancing financial…
Layi Wasabi, Genoveva Umeh, BNXN, and More Shine at the 18th Future Awards Africa By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The 18th edition of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) took center stage at the Balmoral Convention in Victoria Island, Lagos, last night, delivering an unforgettable celebration of young African achievers. TFAA honors the exceptional contributions of young Africans across…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian At the inaugural ministerial conference in Sochi, Russia, foreign ministers from Russia and African nations have jointly advocated for a fair and equitable cybersecurity system, focusing on the responsible use of information and communications technologies (ICTs). The ministers emphasized the importance of preventing conflicts in the digital realm, safeguarding international peace, and ensuring the…