ITC and Access Bank Partner to Support SMEs Across 14 African Countries
The International Trade Centre and Access Bank have launched a partnership aimed at improving access to finance, markets and skills for small businesses across Africa.
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Stories and context from across the African continent.
Africa
Congo as Health Authorities Face Containment Challenges
The Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded more than 8,000 confirmed Ebola cases in its latest outbreak, with health authorities facing difficulties with contact tracing and access to treatment.
Gold Falls 3% to Seven-Week Low as Oil Prices Raise Inflation Concerns
Gold prices dropped around 3% on September 28, reaching their lowest level in more than seven weeks as higher oil prices increased concerns about inflation and interest rates.
South African Refugees Fear New Attacks as September 30 Deadline Approaches
Refugees and displaced migrants in Durban are facing uncertainty as a September 30 deadline approaches amid concerns about possible further attacks and displacement.
Nigeria-Cameroon Border Demarcation Nears Completion 24 Years After ICJ Ruling
Nearly 24 years after an International Court of Justice ruling, Nigeria and Cameroon are approaching the completion of physical demarcation of their shared boundary.
Cameroon Faces Comoros in Opening AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Cameroon will open its 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Comoros in Garoua on Thursday evening.
Enugu Air Launches Direct Flights Between Nigeria and Douala
Nigerian airline Enugu Air has launched its first international route, connecting Enugu directly with Douala twice a week.
Nigerian Army Arrests Four Suspected Boko Haram Fighters in Yobe
Nigerian troops have arrested four suspected Boko Haram fighters during a night operation in Yobe State, while 11 others reportedly surrendered to the military between September 15 and 22.
Cameroonian Businessman Kingsley Tazinya Sentenced to 20 Months in US Prison Over COVID-19 Loan Fraud
US-based Cameroonian businessman Kingsley Tazinya, popularly known as “Don Pacto,” has been sentenced to 20 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to bank fraud involving a COVID-19 relief loan.
1 Killed in South Africa House Party Shooting
At least 11 people have been killed and three others injured after armed men opened fire at a house party in KwaMakhutha, south of Durban, in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Moroccans Vote in Parliamentary Elections Amid Youth and Economic Concerns
Moroccans are voting today, September 23, in parliamentary elections to choose the country’s 395-member House of Representatives, with employment, living costs, housing, education and healthcare among the major issues facing voters.
Sudan’s Currency Crisis Deepens as Pound Loses Value
Sudan’s economic crisis is worsening as the Sudanese pound continues to lose value, driving up the cost of basic goods and putting additional pressure on civilians already affected by the country’s prolonged war.