Africa-Press - Cape verde. The PAICV in São Vicente today criticized the choice of April 25 as the date for the official opening of the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of Cape Verde's independence, despite the fact that the party, together with other political forces with seats in...
PAICV in São Vicente Criticizes the Opening Date of the 50Th Anniversary of Independence Celebrations
FM Gedion Confers with Foreign Ministers of Brazil, Russia
Africa-Press - Ethiopia. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos met with his Brazilian and Russian counterparts, Mauro Vieira and Sergey Lavrov respectively, on the margins of the First BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting of 2025.
During his meeting with Brazilian Foreign Minister Vieira,...
Kagame, Guinea-Bissau president discuss cooperation
Africa-Press - Rwanda. President Paul Kagame received his counterpart Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau, on Monday, April 28, and held talks on bilateral cooperation across mutually beneficial sectors.
“The two Heads of State held discussions on global and continental issues, as well as...
Netherlands to close embassy in South Sudan to cut costs
Africa-Press - South-Sudan. The Dutch cabinet has announced plans to shut down its embassy in South Sudan as part of a broader budget reduction policy and reshape its global diplomatic presence.
Opened shortly after South Sudan’s independence in 2011, the Dutch embassy has played a vital role in...
Nam, North Korea boost ties
Africa-Press - Namibia. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah yesterday highlighted the importance of Namibia’s long-standing relationship with North Korea.
“As a country, we really value the relationship between Namibia and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. It is good that we find time...
KING UNVEILS E220 MILLION PROJECTS IN SHISELWENI
Africa-Press - Eswatini. Hope, pride, and a wave of opportunity swept through the Shiselweni Region as His Majesty King Mswati III officially opened two landmark projects, the E60 million Shoprite Complex and the E160 million Infinity Factory — on a historic day that will be etched into the...
SADCOPAC Strategic Partner
Africa-Press - Botswana. The Southern Africa Development Community Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (SADCOPAC) has been implored to partner with government in its journey of transformation.
Welcoming members of the SADCOPAC during a courtesy call in Gaborone, Speaker of the National...
President of the Republic is already in Egypt for a Two-Day Official Visit
Africa-Press - Angola. The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, arrived in Cairo this Monday for a two-day official visit that begins (tomorrow) on Tuesday, the 29th. Upon arrival, the Head of State, who is accompanied by the First Lady of the Republic, Ana Dias Lourenço, received a...
Domingos Vieira Lopes in Iran to Strengthen Cooperation
Africa-Press - Angola. The Secretary of State for International Cooperation and Angolan Communities, Domingos Vieira Lopes, has been in Tehran, in the Islamic Republic of Iran, since last weekend for a working visit of a few days in that country. The visit is part of the program to strengthen...
Harare housing co-operative takes govt, cement firm to court over 'seized' land
Africa-Press - Zimbabwe. HARARE, Apr.29 (NewsDayLive) - A Harare-based housing co-operative operating as Nyikavanhu Housing Co-operative has taken the government to court over its land, which was allegedly seized and allocated to a cement-manufacturing company.
The co-operative members claim that...
Iran-Zimbabwe Friendly Ties Facilitate Cooperation at International Level: Pezeshkian
Africa-Press - Zimbabwe. President Masoud Pezeshkian underscored the importance of maintaining and enhancing the relationship between Iran and Zimbabwe, stating that this friendly rapport lays the groundwork for expanding their cooperation on an international scale.
Iran-Zimbabwe friendly ties...
Angola and Egypt to Sign Cooperation Agreements on Tuesday
Africa-Press - Angola. Angola and Egypt will sign bilateral cooperation agreements in several areas in Cairo on Tuesday, the 29th. The signing of the agreements will be witnessed by President João Lourenço and his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi, according to a statement from the...
President Undertakes Working Visit to South Africa
Africa-Press - Botswana. Minister for State President, Mr Moeti Mohwasa is the Acting President following President Advocate Duma Boko’s visit to South Africa which commenced on Saturday.
A press statement from the Office of the President states that while in South Africa, President Boko will...
Oil giant promises win-win partnership with Namibia
Africa-Press - Namibia. Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies Patrick Pouyanné committed to deepening the company’s investment in the country’s energy, education and infrastructure sectors when he met President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House on Friday.
During the meeting, Nandi-Ndaitwah...
ESWATINI: TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION IN AFRICA’S NEW ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE
Africa-Press - Eswatini. Eswatini, the Kingdom once known primarily for its rich culture and vibrant festivals, is rapidly becoming a leading light for innovation and investment in Africa.
In its April/May 2025 edition, Forbes Africa praised Eswatini’s “unique blend of tradition and...
Angolan Embassy in the United States Invests in Cultural Diplomacy with “Kizomba De Raiz”
Africa-Press - Angola. The Angolan Embassy in the United States of America is investing in cultural diplomacy with the first edition of the cultural event called “Kizomba de Raiz”, which took place on Friday in Washington D.C.The event took place at the Diplomatic Mission and brought together...
Museveni Calls for Increased Financial Support to Somalia
Africa-Press - Uganda. President Museveni has reiterated the urgent need for African solidarity and increased financial support to Somalia, as a key pillar for sustainable peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
The President made the remarks while chairing the Extraordinary Summit of...
The Half- Die By- Election President Barrow Congratulates Banjul, Envisions Landslide in 2026
Africa-Press - Gambia. The Half-Die By-Election Just Ended: President Adama Barrow Congratulates Banjul, Envisions Landslide Victory in 2026
The Secretary General and Party Leader of the National People’s Party (NPP), His Excellency Adama Barrow, congratulates Bettlomy Colly, NPP...
João Lourenço Meets with his Elected Counterpart from Gabon in Rome
Africa-Press - Angola. President João Lourenço, who arrived in Rome on Friday afternoon, met this evening in the Italian capital with the elected President of the Republic of Gabon, Brice Oligui Nguema. Issues related to bilateral relations were discussed at the meeting.
The Angolan Head of...
President Mahama Swears in Military Service Commanders as Members of Armed Forces Council
Africa-Press - Ghana. President John Dramani Mahama, Friday, swore in the recently appointed military service commanders as members of the Armed Forces Council.
The ceremony, held at the Ministry of Defence, preceded a meeting of the Council to consider several issues, including promotions and...