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Pope Leo XIV’s Africa visit seen as affirmation of dignity, peace, youth empowerment

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on his first major international apostolic journey since his election, visiting Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea from Monday in a landmark 10‑day visit to Africa. 

Uncertainty surrounds SA Airways future after CEO John Lamola resigns

South African (SA) Airways is facing renewed uncertainty following the resignation of Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Professor John Lamola, marking another leadership transition at the national carrier as it continues its fragile post‑business rescue recovery.

Ghana to remove fuel levies as government moves to cushion consumers

Ghana is preparing to remove selected fuel taxes and supply‑chain charges in a bid to ease pressure on consumers struggling with rising pump prices triggered by the Middle East conflict.

World Bank’s MIGA backs $1.65 billion renewable energy pipeline across Africa, beyond

The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), part of the World Bank Group’s Guarantee Platform, has signed a landmark framework agreement with AMEA Power to support a portfolio of renewable energy and battery storage projects across Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia.

AfDB approves $200 million loan to expand Nigeria’s digital backbone, create jobs

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $200 million loan to Nigeria to support a landmark digital infrastructure initiative aimed at expanding broadband access, developing digital skills and driving large‑scale job creation.

Tanzanian musician charged with rape in Kenya

Tanzanian singer Sefu Shabani, widely known as Matonya, has been arrested and charged with rape