After several delays, the Association of African Petroleum Producers (APPO) has set a new deadline to make the African Energy Bank operational. A summit of African leaders is planned to mobilize significant contributions toward the bank, which aims for a total capital of $5 billion. The African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) plans to hold a summit of Heads of State in the first...

DRC to train 100,000 youth, women for green jobs by 2030 Plan covers 84 eco-friendly occupations across 11 sectors Legal framework aims to align employment with climate goals The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has pledged to train 100,000 young people and women over the next five years for green jobs. The initiative forms the core of the National Green Jobs Development Plan (PNDEV), a...

Djibouti, Uzbekistan agree to boost ties in education, research Deal includes exchanges, joint programs, and 10 student scholarships Partnership supports Djibouti’s STEM focus, youth employment goals Djibouti and Uzbekistan discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in higher and vocational education, as well as in science and innovation. The meeting took place on November 1 in Samarkand,...

At his swearing-in ceremony on November 6, 2025, President Paul Biya outlined the main pillars of his seven-year economic agenda. Centered on job creation, local production, and stability, the plan seeks to revitalize Cameroon’s economy after years of global crises and post-election tensions. Following his victory in the October 12, 2025 presidential election, President Paul Biya of Cameroon...

As job markets evolve under the pressures of unemployment, informality, and structural transformation, a clear grasp of what constitutes the labor force is vital for measuring productive capacity and guiding policy decisions. The International Labour Organization (ILO) defines the labor force as everyone of working age who is either employed or actively looking for work. This approach does more...

Nigeria, UK launch joint campus to expand transnational education New Lagos campus offers UK degrees in AI, coding, robotics Initiative aims to curb talent drain, boost local academic quality The Nigerian federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to making Transnational Education (TNE) a central strategy for improving access, quality, and sustainability in higher...

Mercuria signs $100M copper deal with ERG in DR Congo Agreement boosts supply amid global copper demand surge Gécamines, state wary of off-take deals bypassing their control Mercuria Energy Trading has signed a three-year deal to source copper from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agreement, announced in a statement issued on...

The Ministry of ICT and Postal Services, in partnership with MTN South Sudan, has launched a new ICT Hub in Bor Town to train and connect youth in Greater Jonglei. MTN also announced a partnership with Coursera.org to offer free online courses and certifications, expanding nationwide access to digital education. The initiative targets South Sudan’s low internet penetration (15.7% as of...

By Mamby Diomandé, Founder and General Commissioner of SIMA, and Lionel Talon, Cultural Entrepreneur, Founder of the WeLovEya Festival and the EYA Community Center (Benin) African music is gaining unprecedented global traction, powered by vibrant rhythms and bold creativity. Yet much of Francophone Africa remains largely left out of this momentum. Despite abundant talent, fragile economies,...

Lagos to launch telecom permit platform TIRS in February 2026 System to automate licensing, cut manual processes by 99% Aims to boost transparency, compliance, and telecom investment The Lagos State government announced plans earlier this week to launch a digital platform, the Telecommunication Infrastructure Regulatory System (TIRS). Set to go live in February 2026, the system will...