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Africa: Japan Commit to Mutual Growth – African leaders take part in TICAD 9 conference

eriinfo.com2 months ago06 mins

At the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), African and Japanese leaders reaffirmed their commitment to shared growth through innovative technologies and localized solutions. The Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) is underway in Yokohama, bringing together governments, international organizations, private companies, and civil society. In his message regarding…

Trump and Zelenskyy’s meeting with European leaders marks a historic moment

eriinfo.com2 months ago010 mins

WASHINGTON — Seven European leaders joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington on Monday in a rare display of trans-Atlantic unity. The gathering marked the first time in decades that such a broad delegation of allies had assembled at the White House under such pressing circumstances. Shortly after noon, one by one, the heads of state…

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Africa Leaders Launch Sustain Initiative to Finance Stronger Health Systems

eriinfo.com2 months ago03 mins

A new framework to boost Africa’s ability to finance and manage its own health systems has been launched at the Africa Health Sovereignty Summit in Accra. The framework, called the SUSTAIN Initiative, was introduced on August 5, 2025, under the patronage of President John Dramani Mahama. The summit brought together former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo of…

Where South Africa’s tech leaders get their news

eriinfo.com2 months ago02 mins

In South Africa’s fast-moving media landscape, one platform consistently commands the attention of the country’s most influential business and technology leaders: TechCentral. While many outlets compete for clicks, TechCentral has carved out a unique position as the go-to source for the executives shaping the nation’s digital future. Its exclusive focus on technology, telecommunications and innovation…

#WomensMonth: Why male leaders must champion women in tech, now more than ever

eriinfo.com2 months ago06 mins

Each year, Women’s Day invites us to reflect on progress and spotlight the challenges that still remain. In the world of tech, where innovation thrives but diversity often lags, this reflection is more than symbolic. It’s necessary. Kelebogile Dlamini, talent manager for BET Software We’ve seen a positive shift. More women are entering the tech…

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Africa: President Mahama Urges African Leaders to Build Resilient, Self-Sustaining Health Systems

eriinfo.com2 months ago06 mins

President John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders to take bold steps in building resilient and self-sustaining health systems across the continent. He made the call at the opening of the Africa Health Sovereignty Summit held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in Accra. Addressing the gathering, President Mahama said the time had come for…

ICE efforts to poach local officers are angering some local law enforcement leaders

eriinfo.com2 months ago09 mins

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is newly flush with billions from the “One Big Beautiful Bill” spending legislation and under pressure to rapidly hire 10,000 new agents. But one tactic it recently tried to do that hiring — aggressively recruiting new agents from some of its most trusted local law enforcement partners — may have alienated…

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Africa: How Biya, Ouattara, Other African Leaders Are Stifling Opposition

eriinfo.com3 months ago08 mins

In recent months, political transitions in parts of Africa have taken an uncertain turn, with four key countries of Mali, Burkina Faso, the Ivory Coast, and Cameroon, witnessing significant power consolidation by ruling leaders or military juntas. At the heart of the unfolding developments is a marked erosion of democratic safeguards, exemplified by bans on…

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Africa: Trump’s Next Africa Summit Must Be On African Soil – – African Leaders Should Insist

eriinfo.com3 months ago010 mins

When US President Donald J. Trump hosted five African Heads of State at the White House earlier this month — including Liberia’s Joseph Nyuma Boakai — it was touted as a high-level dialogue. A carefully staged “test run” for the larger U.S.-Africa summit Trump is expected to announce soon. But, as we have previously stated,…

Why South Africa’s real tech leaders choose TechCentral

eriinfo.com3 months ago04 mins

In the fast-evolving South African media landscape, identifying a platform that truly resonates with the country’s influential business and technology decision makers is paramount for any organisation seeking to connect with this crucial audience. While various outlets vie for attention, TechCentral stands head and shoulders above the rest – the indispensable business platform for those…