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Auda-Nepad in joint drive with Meta, Deloitte to grow MSMEs

Auda-Nepad’s collaboration with Meta and Deloitte has given birth to the support platform, AKILI AI.

By Business Reporter Feb. 22, 2025

Auda-Nepad in joint drive with Meta, Deloitte to grow MSMEs

AU the sick man of the Global South

The contest for AU Commission chair is rarely a straightforward affair, but the latest election saw an intensification of political manoeuvring and strategic alliances.

By Ntando Dumani Feb. 21, 2025

MIAF and AU Commission seal historic partnership

The partnership, signed on January 29, in Addis Ababa, is aimed at strengthening the African music sector, protecting artists and advancing the role of music

By Khumbulani Muleya Feb. 16, 2025

MIAF and AU Commission seal historic partnership

Mounting foreign debt compromises southern Africa health services

According to ActionAid, there is an unjust global credit rating system that is driving the debt crisis in most African countries.

By Lorraine Muromo Feb. 11, 2025

Mounting foreign debt compromises southern Africa health services

Zim scraps the death penalty — tracking the path to abolition

Some governments that retain the death penalty, such as Kenya, claim that they can’t abolish it while there is considerable public support for capital punishment.

By Carolyn Hoyle and Parvais Jabbar Jan. 16, 2025

Zim scraps the death penalty — tracking the path to abolition

Africa’s AI conundrum: A call to craft tailored frameworks

That’s where corporate leaders and policymakers come in to ensure AI is used responsibly and ethically.

By Boldwill Hungwe Dec. 12, 2024

Africa’s AI conundrum: A call to craft tailored frameworks

Mpemba arrives in Zimbabwe for young women empowerment event

Taking place in Harare today, the event aims to empower young women, foster sub-regional sharing of best practices, and nurture the next generation of leaders.

By Staff Reporter Dec. 6, 2024

Mpemba arrives in Zimbabwe for young women empowerment event

Women demand Climate Justice Fund to combat GBV

Participants highlighted how the impacts of climate change were not only destroying homes, but also increasing incidences of violence against women and girls.

By Obert Siamilandu Oct. 24, 2024