Author: James Wambua

Gabon, one of Africa’s most prolific oil and gas markets, has substantial offshore oil reserves that remain largely untapped, ranking it sixth in African oil production. The newly established Government of Transition has embarked on a concerted campaign to actively attract oil Exploration and Production (E&P) companies with the requisite capabilities to harness these valuable resources.…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has thrown its weight behind a call by the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group urging African nations to stop borrowing loans primarily secured by their natural resources.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva met with Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the President of the AfDB Group, in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire. This meeting marked the first time an IMF head visited the Bank headquarters since its establishment in 1964.…

• Kenya police will lead a global force to Haiti, a country where violent gangs control 80% of the capital Port-au-Prince.
• At the UN Security Council, the US-backed resolution got 13 votes in favour, while China and Russia opted for abstention.
• Critics of the Kenyan-led mission have raised concerns about the track record of police forces in Kenya.

Kenya has warmly embraced the United Nations Security Council resolution designating it to lead an international contingent of armed police to combat Haitian gangs. President William Ruto, in a speech delivered shortly after the resolution’s adoption, expressed his strong support, characterizing it as a mission of profound significance for humanity.

President Ruto said that the mission’s primary objective is to empower the multinational security support mission in reinforcing the capabilities of the Haitian police. This involves providing operational assistance and undertaking collaborative measures to enhance the institutional capacity of the Haitian law enforcement.…

Initially, Beem Africa was introduced as a bulk SMS services company. However, over the decade, it has silently evolved to become the driving force behind text messages from some of the most prominent brands. Companies like Toyota, Pizza Hut, Access Bank Tanzania, SPENN, CRBD Bank, among others, have harnessed the power of Beem Africa to connect with their audience in a more personal and effective way.…

• Chido Mpemba is the youngest senior official in the African Union and advocates for young Africans to have a prominent role on the global stage.
• Deniece Laurent-Mantey, a Special Advisor at the US State Department, cites African innovation, culture, talent, and creativity in addressing global challenges.
• Areej Noor aims to bridge the gap between African and diaspora women filmmakers and the international market.

At the just-ending United Nations General Assembly, the Unstoppable Africa Summit showcased a group of exceptional young African women who are reshaping the narrative of Africa’s global influence.

These three remarkable individuals represent the forefront of a transformative era, one marked by innovation, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of a continent on the cusp of a new era.

Chido Mpemba, the youngest senior official ever appointed in the African Union and the cabinet’s youngest diplomat epitomizes Africa’s boundless youth potential. She advocates for amplifying the voices …

• The Nigerian government aims to eliminate routine flaring in the future.
• Fluenta, a pioneer in ultrasound sensing technology, has installed 18 ultrasonic flare gas meters at Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery.
• Accurate flare gas measurement is essential for regulatory compliance and emissions monitoring.

The Nigerian government is taking proactive steps to control and regulate the flaring of gas, with the ultimate goal of eliminating routine flaring in the coming years. Central to this ambitious effort is the need for precise and reliable measurement.

Fluenta, a global leader in ultrasonic sensing technology for flare gas measurement, has successfully completed a significant project at the Dangote Refinery in Nigeria, which happens to be Africa’s largest oil refinery.

This remarkable undertaking involved the installation of 18 ultrasonic flare gas meters on large pipelines throughout the plant.

The Dangote Refinery represents a milestone in Africa’s journey toward energy self-sufficiency. Nigeria, despite being …

The Vodafone Foundation has set aside $6 million to extend the successful m-mama maternal health initiative to Malawi over the next five years. This expansion aims to enhance maternal and newborn healthcare access in Malawi and the region. Malawi has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Estimates show that the country currently records 5.7 maternal deaths per 1,000 live births.…

The recent formalization of an agreement to advance what is being hailed as South Africa’s most substantial liquefied natural gas (LNG) endeavor in the Mpumalanga province underscores the potential of natural gas as a viable energy source for the nation. This accord, described as a “non-binding term sheet,” represents a collaboration between South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and Afro Energy. The latter is a subsidiary of the Australian gas exploration company Kinetiko Energy.…

• “Unstoppable Africa” is a two-day event organized by the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI).
• The event aims to position Africa as a hub for business, trade, and investment.
• Participants include Presidents, CEOs, investors, policymakers, industry experts, and UN leaders.

Leaders from global business, investment, government, sports, and the arts gathered in New York on Thursday, 21st September to mark the commencement of “Unstoppable Africa”.

This event, organised by the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI), aspires to amplify Africa’s significance in the worldwide economy. It seeks to position the continent as the ultimate hub for business, trade, and investment.

Unstoppable Africa

Over two days, this event, co-convened by UN Deputy Secretary General, Amina J. Mohamed, and the Chairperson of the African Union, Moussa Faki Mahamat, took place alongside the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

GABI, under the coordination of the UN Global Compact, emerged as a pivotal platform …