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Despite facing the global regulatory challenges on tobacco products, Philip Morris International (PMI) is intensifying its efforts to transition smokers across Sub-Saharan Africa from cigarettes to smoke-free alternatives. The company’s Area Vice President Sub-Saharan Africa, Branislav Bibic, remains optimistic about the continent ’ s readiness to embrace innovative technologies. In an exclusive interview with allAfrica on…
US President Donald Trump’s administration is considering significantly expanding its travel restrictions by potentially banning citizens of 36 additional countries from entering the United States – 25 of which are on the African continent – according to an internal State Department cable issued over the weekend. Earlier this month, Trump signed a proclamation banning the…
“We are not defending the title — we are evolving as a team” “Unity of purpose was the key to our WAFCON triumph” “We never wasted a loss — every setback became a lesson” With just weeks to go before Morocco kicks off the highly anticipated TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals, all…
As global economies push for decarbonization and energy security, industrial models must evolve. This requires greater investment in low-carbon technologies and energy efficiency. In this context, how do you view the rapid growth of solar PV and energy storage solutions (ESS) as a response to this demand? The solar PV and energy storage sectors are…
Al Ahly and Inter Miami shared the spoils in a goalless but gripping encounter that kicked off the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. In a game filled with drama, chances, and brilliant goalkeeping on Saturday night, neither side could find the breakthrough in what proved to be a frustrating night for…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | June 16, 2025 — Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has announced 15 youth-led innovations as winners of the Bingwa PLUS Y-Health Incubator Pitch Competition, marking a significant milestone in empowering Africa’s next generation of public health leaders. The competition, held in Abuja, Nigeria, from May 27 -30,…
This morning, the Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf convened & presided over a session of the AU Peace Fund Executive Management Committee. He received a comprehensive briefing from H.E. @dagmawit_moges, Director-General of the @AUPeaceFund, & H.E. @Bankole_Adeoye, Commissioner of @AUC_PAPS, on the strategic and progressive utilisation of the Fund. The Chairperson…
Dismantle Kafala System Instead of Strengthening Its Abusive Elements Kuwaiti authorities recently announced that starting July 2025, migrant workers will require permission to leave the country. They will have to submit a departure request form to their employer through the Ministry of Interior’s “Ashal” online portal or “Sahel” smartphone application and include the dates for…
The Mpox virus (formerly known as monkeypox) continues to make an unsettling return across several communities in West and Central African countries, with Sierra Leone becoming the latest hotspot. Sierra Leone has faced the previous emergence of mpox cases, but none that escalated into an outbreak of the scale we are witnessing today. The surge…
TLDR Orange Middle East and Africa has signed a three-year strategic partnership with risingSUD Startups from the Orange Digital Centre (ODC) network will receive customised support from risingSUD to establish a presence in southern France The collaboration aims to connect innovation hubs across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, promoting cross-border entrepreneurship Orange Middle East…
