Adopted by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU), at its 1296th Open Session held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025 on Education in Conflict Situations. The Peace and Security Council, Recalling the AU Theme for 2024, namely: “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased…
The strategic role of Mauritius as an investment gateway to Africa and a trusted partner for Chinese enterprises seeking to expand their footprint therein was at the core of exchanges during a courtesy call by a high-level delegation from the business community of the People’s Republic of China on the Minister of Financial Services and…
Actor Millie Bobby Brown announced Thursday that she’s adopted a daughter with her husband Jake Bongiovi, the son of singer Jon Bon Jovi. Brown, 21, revealed the news in a post on Instagram, saying the adoption occurred “this summer.” The “Stranger Things” and “Enola Holmes” star did not include the name of the child or…
KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, has released its latest research paper “Financial Sector Threats Report,” uncovering critical insights into the escalating cybersecurity crisis facing the global financial sector. The report shows that financial institutions face a perfect storm of AI-enhanced attacks, credential theft and supply chain vulnerabilities that pose…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, pays tribute, on this International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, to all those who have lost their lives and to those who continue to endure the physical, psychological, and social consequences of terrorist and extremist acts. The Chairperson underscores…
“Africa must have a greater say in decisions that affect its future,” the UN Secretary-General said on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at a conference in Japan focused on the continent’s development. This has always been a point of advocacy for African leaders during major discussions that chart Africa’s future, and this position has been supported…
Georgina Rannard Climate and science correspondent Michael Brown Giraffes in Uganda’s Kidepo Valley Giraffes are one of the world’s most distinct and well-loved creatures, always thought to be one species. But now scientists at the International Union for Conservation of Nature say we can welcome three more species of the world’s tallest mammal. It’s not…
The Competition Tribunal has given the green light to a transaction that should help advance a proposed plan to list Cell C on the JSE. The regulator on Thursday said it has given its blessing, without conditions, to a transaction that will see Cell C buying back its contract customer base from its largest shareholder,…
In an era marked by complex global challenges, nations are increasingly turning inward to address deep-seated domestic issues. The national dialogue, a powerful tool for fostering consensus and reconciliation, has emerged as a preferred mechanism for countries grappling with internal strife, economic stagnation, and social divides. This model, which brings together a diverse array of…
Centenary Bank has been recognized with two prestigious accolades at this year’s Brand Africa Awards, including the most admired Ugandan bank and the Ugandan bank doing good in the community. Launched in 2011, the Brand Africa Awards remain the gold standard for ranking the most admired brands across the continent. This comprehensive, research-based survey spans…
