When every year is labeled “momentous” or “game-changing,” it can feel somewhat hysterical, but for Africa, 2025 is likely to truly stand out as a pivotal year—particularly in leadership transitions.

The history of Africa Day is deeply rooted in the liberation movements that marked the 20th century. The starting point was in 1958, when the Congress of African States was held for the first time, a ...

African Health Ministers and representatives from countries gathered today for the Seventy-first session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa, the preeminent meeting on ...

Africa/Week 2025 convened founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders in Kigali from November 20–21 for a two-day gathering focused on accelerating Africa’s entrepreneurial and innovation ...

In an address at the Y20 2025 Pre-Summit hosted by South Africa, former African Union Chair Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma delivered a rallying cry for Africa’s youth and women to become the cornerstone of ...

Africa and its vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled biodiversity stand as a testament to the awe-inspiring wonders of this planet. Home to numerous countries, this continent is ...

Africa’s economic transformation — spurred by its young and rapidly urbanising populations, digitalisation initiatives, abundant natural and human resources, and a continent-wide commitment to free ...

30 talents will be selected for this initiative, designed to identify, train, and connect the new voices of African storytelling. Rabat, December 10, 2025 — Story School, the communication school of ...

NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — The overarching forum of African Catholic leaders looked to the future of the church on the continent. NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — African Catholic leaders called for peace, dialogue ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sindiswa Mabunda covers the sports landscape in Africa. May 08, 2025, 09:01am EDT Giants of Africa Festival 2025 follows the ...

Ara Monadjem receives funding from Oppenheimer Generations. Africa is the world’s most diverse continent for large mammals such as antelopes, zebras and elephants. The heaviest of these large mammals ...