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As reported by the renowned Forbes, the African billionaires' league has marked an epoch of unprecedented affluence, with individual and combined fortunes soaring to new heights. But how did we get here? How have these titans of industry navigated the often turbulent waters of the African financial landscape? These are the questions that intrigue us as we delve into the profiles of the continent's most affluent. Let's pause for a moment and consider Aliko Dangote, a name that has become…

Devastating wildfires are currently sweeping through South Korea, having doubled in size within a single day. Authorities are now calling this disaster the most severe natural fire incident the nation has ever faced, with at least 27 lives lost and historic temples reduced to ashes. So far, over 33,000 hectares have been scorched, predominantly in Uiseong county, marking it as the largest forest fire in South Korea's history. The previous record stood at 24,000 hectares during a fire in March 2000. Acting President Han…

Ethio-Kenya Business Conference: A New Horizon for Collaboration Imagine a partnership that unlocks the potential of an entire continent. Ethiopia, standing as a strategic entry point into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), emerges as a natural gateway for Kenya, facilitating access to the expanse of North Africa. This notion was passionately articulated today by Tobias Alando, the CEO of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), at the Ethio-Kenya Business Conference convened in Addis Ababa. In a…

As we approach the conclusion of the initial phase of the Israel-Hamas truce today, negotiations surrounding what comes next have yet to yield clear results. It’s a critical juncture, one that holds the potential for hope but is fraught with uncertainty. The ceasefire, which took effect on January 19, marks a significant milestone following a tumultuous period of over 15 months of conflict that escalated dramatically after Hamas’ unprecedented assault on Israel on October 7, 2023—an event that many now refer to as the…

In a significant and heart-wrenching turn of events, Israel has freed hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees. This release closely followed the announcement by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which confirmed the handover of what are believed to be the remains of four hostages. This development represents a poignant chapter in a long-standing conflict that has deeply impacted countless lives. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office articulated their sentiments clearly, stating that Israel received the…

AU and Somalia Find Common Ground on Troop Contributions MOGADISHU, Somalia - In the bustling corridors of international diplomacy, the African Union (AU) and Somalia have finally reached a crucial accord regarding the troop strength for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). This resolution comes after a series of protracted discussions marked by intricate deliberations and thoughtful negotiations. The path to consensus…

Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, the three military-led West African nations, officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), on the 29th January 2025. A year prior, they had announced their departure from their long-standing regional group, citing the bloc's inability to assist their efforts to combat terrorism, as well as its subservience to former colonial powers. Furthermore, for a little more than a year, the AES has been on a campaign to eradicate any traces of Western influence in…

Ebola Vaccine Arrival Spurs Immediate Action in Kampala Do you remember the last time an epidemic shook the very core of public health? This familiar unease crept back into Uganda as the first 2,160 doses of the Ebola vaccine arrived in Kampala—a determined effort against a formidable adversary. The cargo, teeming with both hope and urgency, marks a critical step towards preparing for what may unfold. Just yesterday, Uganda’s Health Ministry solemnly announced an outbreak. The trigger? A 32-year-old male nurse, who had…

Amidst an unforgiving inferno that has turned parts of Los Angeles into a smoldering battlefield, firefighters are slowly but surely making headway in their fight against the flames ravaging the Pacific Palisades neighborhood. As they scramble to contain the blaze, nearly 16 lives have been lost, and countless families are grappling with unimaginable loss. With the skies painted in angry shades of orange and black, aircraft have been soaring overhead, dropping water and fire retardant on the charred hillsides in a desperate…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a heartwarming twist, Somalia and Ethiopia have made a pact to patch things up. They're bringing the band back together by reinstating full-on diplomatic representation in each other's capitals. It's not just talk; they've etched it down in a joint communiqué that made its grand debut on Thursday. Now, if you were glued to last year’s soap opera of international relations, you'd recall that Somalia gave the boot to two Ethiopian diplomats, including the head honcho himself, Addis Ababa's ambassador.…