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Investments 

The “High 5s”: A strategic vision and results that are transforming Africa

For the past ten years, Africa has recorded some of the world’s strongest rates of economic growth. At the same time, many African economies continue to function at well below their full potential. Structural transformation is needed to create more jobs, reduce poverty and accomplish sustainable development objectives. The African Development Bank’s High 5 priority areas are intended to support… Read More
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COVID-19 : la Banque africaine de développement mobilise 22 millions de dollars pour les pays à faible revenu de la zone CEDEAO

Le Conseil d’administration de la Banque africaine de développement a approuvé, le 22 mai à Abidjan, un projet d’urgence en faveur des pays à faible revenu membres de la CEDEAO pour le renforcement des systèmes de santé de la Gambie, du Mali et du Niger, en réponse à la pandémie de COVID-19. A travers ce projet, la Banque met à… Read More
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COVID-19: African Development Bank mobilizes $22 million for low-income ECOWAS countries

The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors has approved an emergency project in support of three, low-income ECOWAS nations –  Gambia, Mali and Niger – to bolster their health systems in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bank is making $22.4 million available for the project, approved by the Board on May 22. Part of the funding, $9.55 million, will provide… Read More
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Egypte : la centrale d’Aïn Sokhna illumine le quotidien des populations

Le soleil se couche sur Aïn Sokhna et le ciel de la côte ouest du golfe de Suez s’embrase pour se parer de lueurs couleur rouge orangé. Le regard tourné vers l’horizon, Ahmed Ali Mohamed prend sa pause pour contempler le spectacle au moment même où s’illumine la centrale électrique dans laquelle il travaille depuis des années. « Depuis le début… Read More
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Dans le Sud tunisien, les palmeraies exportent leurs productions et créent de l’emploi

Avant le lever du jour, Karim Othmani est à pied d’œuvre. Dans un café de Salgou, village du Sud tunisien, à 300 kilomètres de la capitale Tunis, il retrouve ses employés autour d’un petit-déjeuner rapide. La cueillette commence tôt dans la palmeraie pour ces collecteurs de dattes. Marié, père de deux enfants, Karim travaille depuis cinq ans en tant que… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Donald Trump, The African Strongman In America By Fredrick Nwabufo

One of the five cardinal objectives of the United States foreign policy is “promoting and supporting” democracy. The US has fought wars and spent billions of dollars “promoting and supporting” its own genre of democracy in other countries – especially in the developing world. The country touted itself to be the emancipator of the world – against communism — during… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Muhammadu Buhari: The Grave And Its Saving Ghosts -(Part One) By Dr Bolaji O. Akinyemi

“Looters Equality: My Thief, Your thief, Our Thief”, was to debut with the story of a General’s  generous ghost whose “assets” and not loot according to the Presidency. “Asset” that has continued to grace the hands of public servants and line the pockets of leaders since after his demise. According to his compatriot General Muhammadu Buhari, General Sani Abacha is… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Biafra: Nigeria Must Tender Apology For War Crimes Committed Against Igbo By Promise Eze

53 years after the Nigerian-Biafran war, old wounds have not healed. The consequences of the violence and hate born during the war between the Easterners and their fellow Nigerians have not died out completely. Many hearts are still hurting. Many souls are still troubled. Many born after the war are looking for answers to their questions. The Nigerian Government has… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

How Will Africa Fare After COVID-19? By Haleed Sulemana

The COVID-19 pandemic is another momentous challenge for African countries, albeit one that the continent should use as an opportunity to fast-track the process of development and welcome the chance of becoming self-reliant and autonomous, as the West focuses on its survival and recovery. The epicentre of the pandemic has gradually moved from China to Europe and now the United… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Does The Minister Work For A Chinese Company? By Azu Ishiekwene

Health Minister, Osagie Ehanire, has been in hot water lately. It’s hard to sympathise with him because he jumped into the cauldron with his eyes open, wearing his trademark black cap. And not once. The first time was when Ehanire appeared before the House of Representatives to answer questions about the welfare of medical personnel on the frontline of the… Read More
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