Nairobi: Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, alongside First Ladies of Africa and Asia, marked World Hypertension Day by launching a significant initiative to enhance healthcare capacity in cardiovascular and diabetes care. This initiative invol…
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Renewable Energy Projects to Watch Ahead of Paris Energy Forum
Paris: African energy markets are advancing a diversified pipeline of renewable energy projects that reflect a broader shift from fragmented national planning toward integrated, investment-ready power systems. At the Invest in African Energy (IAE) For…
Merck Foundation and African First Ladies Expand Oncology Care with 258 Scholarships Across 34 Nations
Harare: Merck Foundation, in collaboration with African First Ladies, marked ‘World Cancer Day 2026’ by enhancing oncology care capacity through the provision of 258 cancer care scholarships in 34 countries. These scholarships are part of a broader in…
Ghana: President Mahama to Undertake State Visit to Zambia
Accra: President John Dramani Mahama will embark on a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from 4 to 6 February 2026, following an invitation from his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama will be accompanied b…
Trophy Hunting Pressures Enduimet Wildlife Management Area and Maasai Communities
Arusha: Trophy hunting interests are exerting significant pressure on northern Tanzania’s Maasai communities and their wildlife corridor. At the same time, conservation efforts, which are well-funded, are facing scrutiny amid increasing cases of Maasa…