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    • At the launch of the "Africa's Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook 2025" report, African Development Bank Group leaders and senior officials present copies of the report. In the front row, from left to right, Albert Muchanga, Commissioner of the African Union, Kevin Urama, Vice President of the Bank Group, Ahmed Shide, Minister of Finance of Ethiopia (far right), and Nnenna Nwabufo, Vice President of the Bank Group (2nd from left). In the second row (center), Beth Dunford, Bank Group Vice President for Agriculture, Human and Social Development; Alemayehu Taffesse of the International Food Policy Research Institute (far left); Mothae Maruping, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Risk Capacity Group (far right)
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African Development Bank: New report highlights Africa’s strengthening economic growth amid global challenges

The continent also continues to grapple with geopolitical tensions, structural weaknesses, climate-related disasters, and prolonged conflicts in regions such as the Sahel and the Horn of Africa

Growth rates above 5 percent expected in close to half of the continent’s countries in 2025; 12 of world’s 20 fastest growing economies will be African Africa’s economic performance is showing signs of improvement but remains vulnerable to global shocks, according to the 2025 Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook (MEO) report…

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Financing Oil and Gas (O&G) Projects in Congo: Increased Investment to Drive Output

Investment opportunities in Congo’s hydrocarbon sector will be on display at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum, taking place in Brazzaville from March 24-26, 2025

As the Republic of Congo endeavors to boost its oil production to 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) by 2027 and expedite gas exploration and production, the Ministry of Hydrocarbons is simultaneously prioritizing the modernization of downstream infrastructure to address energy insecurity. With new regulatory measures, large-scale infrastructure projects and a…

Source: WHO Regional Office for Africa |

Protecting the Central African Republic’s remote communities from polio

The vaccination team navigated difficult terrain, poor road conditions and the risk of armed groups presence in the area

In the ongoing efforts to eradicate polio, the Central African Republic has placed a special emphasis on reaching vulnerable and underserved populations. Populations in mining regions like Zoubala, a locality in the Bossombélé district about two hours from Bangui, the capital, face unique challenges and heightened risks of poliovirus transmission. In…

Source: UN News |

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) crisis: World Food Programme (WFP) condemns looting in Bukavu after M23 rebels take key city

The development came as M23 fighters made continuing gains in eastern DRC, after taking control of Goma - capital of North Kivu province - at the end of January

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has condemned the looting of thousands of tonnes of relief supplies in the city of Bukavu in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), after Rwanda-backed M23 rebels swept in at the weekend, reportedly meeting little resistance In an online message on Monday,…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana |

Mahama hosts Heads of State Dialogue on financing African investments

President Mahama warned of significant hurdles facing the continent despite the encouraging economic forecast

President John Dramani Mahama has urged African nations to enhance domestic resource mobilisation to reduce reliance on external funding and to foster sustainable economic growth. Speaking at a “Heads of State and Government Breakfast Dialogue” during the African Union (AU) Summit, Mahama emphasised the continent’s resilience in the face of…

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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Agriculture Directorate Concludes Strategic Retreat Charts Path for Food Security and Rural Development in West Africa

The Director delivered detailed presentations on the Mission, Vision, Departments & Governing bodies of ECOWAS, DARD Organizational Chart, and other related sectors within the directorate

The Directorate of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) successfully concluded a five-day strategic retreat held from February 10 to 14, 2025 at Zuma Resort, Niger State, Nigeria. The retreat brought together DARD leadership, project managers, monitoring and evaluation (M&E) experts, and…

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Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej Announces Winners of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit (MARS) Awards 2024: Celebrating Best African Women and Young Researchers

The winners of ‘Best African Women Researchers Awards’ and ‘Best Young African Researcher Awards’ will be enrolled into research training at a premier research institute in India

Merck Foundation announced the winners of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit – MARS Awards winners 2024, 5 Researchers from 5 different African Countries recognized under two categories - Best African Women Researchers and Best Young African Researchers. Merck Foundation also announced the Call for Applications for new edition of Merck Foundation…

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Imperatus Energy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Unpacks Downstream Strategy for Congo

In an interview with Energy Capital & Power, Imperatus Energy CEO Oumar Semega outlined strategies for supply chains and infrastructure development in the Republic of Congo

As the Republic of Congo strives to reach a crude oil production target of 500,000 barrels per day, it is also making significant strides in advancing its downstream sector. Energy trading companies, such as Imperatus Energy, will be pivotal to ensuring efficient distribution and market stability during this expansion strategy.…

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United Nations (UN) urges global action to protect and support civilians devastated by Sudan’s war

Sudan is among the most devastating crises of our time. The UN and partners urge global action on their US$6 billion appeal to help people in the country and the region

Nearly two years of conflict have fueled a catastrophic protection crisis and displaced a staggering 12 million people in Sudan and across borders. Fighting continues to kill and injure civilians and destroy hospitals, markets and other essential infrastructure. Nearly two-thirds of the population need emergency aid, and the country is…

Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM)
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Christ, Source of Hope, Reconciliation and Peace: A Call to Prayer and Fasting

Message of the Standing Committee of SECAM to the Church in Africa

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him" (Rom 15:13) To you, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, the faithful of all our Catholic Dioceses in Africa and its islands, and to all people of goodwill: Grace to you and peace…

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