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Africa: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Extends His Warm Congratulations to the Republic of Senegal On Its Well-Earned Victory in the Final of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).

eriinfo.com2 hours ago03 mins

The Chairperson described the final as a fitting and memorable conclusion to the tournament, as two formidable African teams of global stature–Senegal and Morocco–met in a contest that reflected the highest standards of African football, competitiveness, and continental pride. “AFCON has once again demonstrated that the beautiful game is a powerful force for unity, bringing…

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Africa: UBA Foundation Extends Aid to Vulnerable Communities Across Africa

eriinfo.com3 hours ago03 mins

The UBA Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has distributed essential materials worth millions of naira and dollars to school students, orphanages, internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, and vulnerable communities across Nigeria and 19 other African countries. Between November 2025 and January 2026, the foundation’s Food Bank and…

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Africa: MCB Extends Financing Package to Invictus Investment for Africa, Middle East Expansion

eriinfo.com2 months ago05 mins

Port-Louis, Mauritius — The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited (MCB) has issued a structured financing package to Invictus Investment Company PLC to support the firm’s expansion across Africa and the Middle East. The facility combines acquisition finance with a revolving credit line, providing Invictus with additional working capital as it scales its agro-food operations. The arrangement…

Africa: AU Extends Condolences Over Death of Kenya’s Former PM Odinga

eriinfo.com3 months ago02 mins

Addis Ababa — African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf on Wednesday expressed deep condolences over the passing of Raila Odinga, former prime minister of Kenya. In a statement, Youssouf said he received the news of Odinga’s death with profound sadness. Speaking on behalf of the AU, its organs, and institutions, he extended his…

Microsoft extends protection for Windows 10 users

eriinfo.com3 months ago03 mins

Windows 10 has been a trusted operating system for nearly a decade, says Microsoft SA. Microsoft South Africa has urged consumers and businesses still running Windows 10 to begin planning their system transition, as the company prepares to end support for the operating system on 14 October. After that date, Microsoft will no longer provide…

Takealot extends e-commerce lead despite arrival of disruptors

eriinfo.com4 months ago010 mins

E-commerce turnover is expected to exceed R130 billion by the end of 2025, potentially capturing 10% of SA’s total retail market for the first time. Local remains lekker for South African online shoppers, as Naspers-owned e-commerce group Takealot maintains its grip on the market. This is despite international e-commerce retailers – such as Amazon, Shein…

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African Union Extends Burundi Troops’ Stay in Somalia By Six Months

eriinfo.com7 months ago02 mins

Addis Ababa — The African Union has extended the deployment of Burundian troops in Somalia by six months to strengthen efforts against al-Shabaab and support state-building, officials said. The decision was made during a virtual meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC), the bloc’s main security body. Burundi’s forces, originally set to…

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African Union Commission Extends Condolences Following Air India Flight 171 Tragedy

eriinfo.com7 months ago02 mins

The African Union Commission expresses its profound sorrow and deepest condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of India, and to all other nations affected, following the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 earlier today, which has claimed the lives of at least 204 individuals. On behalf of the Commission and the…