Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle, a seasoned journalist renowned for his astute coverage of global affairs, has honed his craft across diverse newsrooms in Lagos, Johannesburg, and Abu Dhabi. Adept at navigating the complexities of political and international diplomacy, he consistently delivers insightful analysis and accurate reporting, earning him recognition as a trusted voice in the field
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Lesotho Calls for AU Support for ARC Agency

Lesotho has urged African Union (AU) Member States to commit to voluntary contributions for the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Agency.…

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Ramaphosa Calls for Global Unity at G20 Meeting

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for global unity and cooperation as South Africa takes on the G20 presidency for the…

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UK Deputy PM Visits Ethiopian Airlines

The Rt. Hon. Angela Rayner MP, Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and her delegation visited Ethiopian Airlines on…

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Mandela Washington Fellow Bokang Grace Matlosa Passes Away

The U.S. Embassy in Maseru, Lesotho, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Bokang Grace Matlosa, a 2023 Mandela…

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Liberia Appoints New Diplomats

Monrovia – The government of Liberia has commissioned Baba Sillah as Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Permanent Representative to the United…

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EU Backs South Africa’s G20 Presidency

The European Union (EU) has pledged full support for South Africa’s presidency of the G20, despite tensions with the United…

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South Africa, EU Strengthen Ties at Cape Town Dialogue

Cape Town, 19 February 2025 – South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr. Ronald Lamola, welcomed the European…

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Kenya Launches KSh10B Off-Grid Solar Project

Kenya has launched the KSh10 billion Off-Grid Solar Access Project to improve energy access in rural and remote regions, particularly…

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GTA CEO Talks Tourism Growth

Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), met with members of the Tourism Sectors…

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Rwanda Suspends Aid to Belgium Over Political Dispute

Rwanda has suspended its remaining development cooperation with Belgium for the 2024-2029 period after Belgium, alongside the Democratic Republic of…

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South Africa Seeks U.S. Talks as China Backs Aid

JOHANNESBURG, Feb 17 – South Africa's Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola said the United States has not responded to efforts to…

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Egypt-South Africa Trade Talks

Egypt’s Ambassador to South Africa, Ahmed Ali Sharif, met with officials and business leaders in Cape Town earlier this month…

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Ethiopia, Madagascar Discuss Cooperation at AU Summit

Ethiopia and Madagascar are looking to deepen their bilateral relations following talks between Ethiopian Foreign Minister Dr. Gedion Timothewos and…

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South African Gay Imam Muhsin Hendricks Shot Dead

Muhsin Hendricks, widely regarded as the world’s first openly gay imam and a leading advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion in Islam,…

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Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Elected AU Commission Chair

February 15, 2025 – Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Djibouti’s Foreign Minister, was elected to chair the African Union Commission during a…

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