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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A scene from the Nigerian psychological thriller Over the Bridge
Film & Television

Screen Connect Brings Nigerian Thriller to Kenyan Cinemas

Kenya will soon welcome the Nigerian psychological thriller Over the Bridge, set to premiere on June 6, 2025, in select…

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Permanent Secretary Subeta Mutelo leads five top Zambian SMEs during a business mission in Tokyo under the JICA-supported Joint Empowerment Programme.
Diplomacy

Zambian SMEs Secure Japan Support Under JICA Partnership

Five Zambian small and medium enterprises are currently in Japan for a high-level business mission under the Joint Empowerment Programme…

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President Cyril Ramaphosa and President Alassane Ouattara during Ramaphosa’s state visit to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, in December 2021
Diplomacy

Ramaphosa Heads to Côte d’Ivoire for Africa CEO Forum

President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Côte d’Ivoire on a working visit to attend the 12th edition of the Africa…

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Delegates at the second G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where key global tourism discussions are taking place. Photo: KZN Tourism & Film - Visit KZN
Diplomacy

KwaZulu-Natal Hosts Historic G20 Tourism Meeting

The second G20 Tourism Working Group meeting opened today in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, at the Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Conference Centre.…

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Justice Abena Asuamah Oppong swears in members of Ghana’s newly formed Ministerial Advisory Board, chaired by Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, on May 9, 2025. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration, Ghana
Diplomacy

Ghana Swears In Foreign Affairs Advisory Board

Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration inaugurated its newly constituted Ministerial Advisory Board on May 9, 2025, with…

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Lesotho's Ambassador to the UN, Matete ‘Nena (left), and Jordan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Mahmoud Daifallah Hmoud (right), sign the agreement establishing formal diplomatic relations between their countries at the UN Headquarters in New York.
Diplomacy

Lesotho and Jordan establish formal diplomatic ties

NEW YORK – On 7 May 2025, Lesotho and Jordan officially established formal diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level. The…

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Japanese Ambassador Mashiro Kan (left) and Health Minister Anil Kumar Bachoo (right) at the handover ceremony of advanced medical equipment to the Trust Fund for Specialised Medical Care Cardiac Centre in Pamplemousses, Mauritius.
Diplomacy

Japan donates medical equipment to Mauritius cardiac care

Japan has handed over state-of-the-art medical equipment to the Trust Fund for Specialised Medical Care Cardiac Centre in Pamplemousses, Mauritius,…

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Japanese Ambassador Shigeru Shimizu and guests Nick Hamman and Marion Smith enjoy a traditional Japanese meal prepared by Chef Imada, celebrating the essence of washoku and Japanese hospitality in Pretoria.
Cultural Diplomacy

Japanese Cuisine Celebrated at Pretoria Dinner

PRETORIA, South Africa — Japanese Ambassador Shigeru Shimizu hosted South African media personality Nick Hamman and Marion Smith for a…

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Hon Musalia W Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Kenya. Photo: MoFA Kenya
DiplomacyEast Africa

Kenya Rejects Sudan’s Claims Over Ongoing Conflict

NAIROBI, Kenya – April 29, 2025 – The Government of Kenya has dismissed accusations made by Sudan’s SAF administration that…

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Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA)'s director general, Joseph Ndunguru
Trade & Investment

Tanzania Lifts Ban on Imports from South Africa and Malawi

Tanzania has lifted its ban on agricultural imports from South Africa and Malawi, a move that came just days after…

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President Ramaphosa and President Zelenskyy meet at the Union Buildings during Ukraine’s first official visit to South Africa.
Diplomacy

Zelenskyy meets Ramaphosa as Pretoria backs peace talks

Pretoria, South Africa – April 24, 2025 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the…

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is welcomed by Minister Ronald Lamola on arrival in South Africa. Photo: DIRCO ZA
Diplomacy

Zelenskyy lands in South Africa for first official visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in South Africa late on Wednesday, 23 April 2025, marking a significant diplomatic moment as…

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Ministers Mpotjoane and Lamola during the BNC talks in Maseru, reaffirming bilateral cooperation.
Diplomacy

Lesotho, South Africa Deepen Cooperation at Ministerial Talks

MASERU, April 23, 2025 — Ministers from Lesotho and South Africa met in Maseru on Wednesday for the second session…

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Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Dr. Lin Chia-lung is welcomed by Eswatini’s Justice Minister Pholile Shakantu and Taiwanese expatriates upon arrival in Mbabane for King Mswati III’s 57th birthday celebrations.
Diplomacy

Taiwan Envoy Visits Eswatini for King Mswati’s Birthday

MBABANE, Eswatini — April 22, 2025 | Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Dr. Lin Chia-lung arrived in Eswatini on Monday as a…

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Dr. Dele Alake and Hon. Gwede Mantashe sign landmark mining cooperation deal to boost investment, technology exchange, and regional development. Photo: X/@AlakeDele
Diplomacy

Nigeria, South Africa Partner on Mining

Nigeria and South Africa have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at unlocking Africa’s vast mineral resources through collaboration in the…

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