Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa’s blue economy is emerging as a pivotal focus area, aligning with the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Despite its immense potential, many African nations face challenges in controlling and benefiting from their oceanic resources. Securing financing for global environmental initiatives has become increasingly difficult. For example, negotiations at COP16 on Nature and Biodiversity ended…
Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Africa boasts many remarkable infrastructure projects, and among them is the £3 billion Gautrain, a high-speed rail network connecting two major South African cities. Spanning 80 kilometers, the Gautrain links Johannesburg, the economic hub of Gauteng province, with Pretoria, South Africa’s administrative capital. First announced in 2000 and completed in 2012, the project…
Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian With 223 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in service by 2023, Morocco holds the second-largest fleet of military drones in Africa, trailing only Egypt with 267 UAVs. By 2025, Morocco plans to bolster its military capabilities further by acquiring cutting-edge drones, including the Turkish Bayraktar Akinci, a high-altitude, long-endurance model. This move reflects Morocco’s strategic…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Airtel Africa Plc is launching a major $100 million share buyback program, set to deliver value to its investors and boost shareholder returns. Under the buyback scheme, the repurchased shares will be cancelled, effectively reducing the company’s share capital and increasing the value of the remaining shares. This move is aimed at enhancing shareholder…
Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The global cryptocurrency landscape is shifting, and Africa is emerging as a surprising hotspot for bitcoin mining. Following China’s ban on cryptocurrency, miners have sought regions with affordable energy and supportive regulations, turning their attention to the continent. Ethiopia’s Renewable Energy Breakthrough The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam has positioned Ethiopia as a key player…
Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The global cryptocurrency landscape is shifting, and Africa is emerging as a surprising hotspot for bitcoin mining. Following China’s ban on cryptocurrency, miners have sought regions with affordable energy and supportive regulations, turning their attention to the continent. Ethiopia’s Renewable Energy Breakthrough The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam has positioned Ethiopia as a key player…
Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Global pop sensation Robbie Williams is set to captivate South African audiences at Calabash South Africa 2025. The iconic artist will headline the festival on 22 January 2025 at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, delivering a night of unforgettable music and entertainment. Robbie Williams’ Stellar Career With over 80 million albums sold worldwide and an…
Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Global pop sensation Robbie Williams is set to captivate South African audiences at Calabash South Africa 2025. The iconic artist will headline the festival on 22 January 2025 at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, delivering a night of unforgettable music and entertainment. Robbie Williams’ Stellar Career With over 80 million albums sold worldwide and an…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Block, a global technology company focused on financial services, has unveiled the winners of its TBD Hackathon held at the Africa Bitcoin Conference. The competition aimed to spark innovation in payment solutions across Africa, tackling challenges like limited banking access, high transaction fees, and inefficient cross-border payments. Grand Prize Winner:Emmanuel Kufre of Nigeria clinched…
Dodoma, Tanzania – Elly Kimbwereza, a visionary leader in cultural tourism, has been awarded an honorary doctoral degree in Leadership and Community Development by Outreach Care International (OCI) in collaboration with Cornerstone International Bible College (CIBC), USA, on November 13, 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates Kimbwereza’s transformative contributions to cultural tourism and his tireless efforts in uplifting Tanzanian communities….