Priorities for Africa in 2022, according to the World Economic Forum
“Africa, more than many other regions, desperately needs to provide the education and skills training necessary for the jobs of the future”
Category: Development
President Kenyatta Invites African Leaders To Attend Nairobi Infrastructure Event
Kenya will showcase its infrastructure development projects within the country and beyond including the Lamu Port, South Sudan, Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor Programme.
South Africa’s census starts with the homeless
It’s only the fourth census since the advent of democracy in 1994. The count normally happens every 10 years, but was delayed last year due to Covid.
Rwanda and TotalEnergies partner in renewable energy project
The agreement comes as Rwanda looks to increase investment in the energy sector, including electric mobility with electric cars and motorcycles already becoming popular in Kigali.
Tanzania opens grain stores in DRC, South Sudan to sell surplus harvest
“We believe access to markets motivates farmers to increase production.”
Tullow Oil to pump $5m more into Kenyan venture
The firm, which has spent more than $1 billion to prospect for oil and develop wells in Kenya, has seen its annual spending fall significantly over recent years as it continues to shift focus from exploration to production.
TotalEnergies Reaches Final Decision on $10 Billion Uganda Oil
“This historic occasion now puts us on the path to achieving first oil in 2025 as agreed in April 2021,” said Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa.
UN says aid needs will surge in 2022 amid pandemic, conflict
The UN warned Thursday that the need for humanitarian aid was skyrocketing worldwide, as the pandemic continues to rage, and climate change and conflicts push more people to the brink of famine.
Uganda’s International Airport records increase in passenger numbers
Uganda’s International Airport records increase in passenger numbers
