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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One of the SMEs, Aunty Maggie's Foods participating in the Made in Liberia fair
Trade & Investment

Made in Liberia Fair Returns

The Made in Liberia Fair, a celebration of Liberian entrepreneurship, returned on Saturday, July 20th with a bang. After a…

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The Ambassador of Qatar to Rwanda Misfer bin Faisal Al Shahwani died on Friday, July 19. Courtesy
Diplomacy

Qatari Ambassador to Rwanda Passes Away

Qatar's Ambassador to Rwanda, Misfer bin Faisal Al Shahwani, passed away on Friday, July 19, as announced by Qatar’s Prime…

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A worker prints lane direction markings on a newly constructed road on the outskirts of Zimbabwe's capital Harare, on July 20, 2024. Zimbabwe is upgrading roads in and around Harare ahead of an August summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in the capital city. (Photo by Tafara Mugwara/Xinhua)
Diplomacy

Harare Gets Road Makeover for SADC Summit

Harare, Zimbabwe - Zimbabwe is buzzing with activity as the country prepares to host the 44th Ordinary SADC Summit of…

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Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, Miss SA Top 16 Finalist. Photo: Miss SA
Society

Miss SA Contestant Faces Backlash Over Nigerian Heritage

Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, a 23-year-old beauty queen from Soweto, is facing backlash after advancing to the top 16 of…

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Uganda Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke
Politics

Tensions Escalate as Uganda Blocks Opposition Headquarters

KAMPALA, Uganda (July 22) - Ugandan authorities clamped down on the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) party on Monday, deploying…

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Lesotho's Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Honourable Dr. Retselisitsoe Matlanyane, attended the second High Level Conference of the Forum on Global Action for Shared Development in Beijing from 11 to 13July 2024. Photo: MoFAIR Lesotho
Diplomacy

Lesotho Seeks Development Boost at Global Forum

Lesotho's Finance Minister, Dr. Retselisitsoe Matlanyane, recently participated in the second High-Level Conference of the Forum on Global Action for…

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Founder and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group Aliko Dangote addresses workers and members of Nigeria's House of Representatives at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery control room in Lagos, Nigeria, July 20, 2024. REUTERS/Marvellous Durowaiye
Energy

Dangote Refinery Seeks Oil from Libya, Angola

Lagos, Nigeria - Africa's largest oil refinery, the $20 billion Dangote refinery located near Lagos, is in talks with Libya…

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has repatriated One Hundred and Ninety (190) Nigerians from the United Arab Emirates. Photo: X/@nidcom_gov
Migration

190 Nigerians Repatriated from UAE

Abuja, Nigeria - The Nigerian government has repatriated 190 Nigerians who were previously living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).…

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Consul-General of South Africa to Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe. Photo: @bobbymoroe
Diplomacy

South African Visas Issued in 7 Days for Nigerian Travelers

Nigerians looking to visit South Africa can now breathe a sigh of relief. The processing time for visas has been…

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Hon. Mulambo Haimbe SC, M.P, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation held a bilateral meeting with Hon. Frederick Shava, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the Republic of Zimbabwe on the margins of the ongoing Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union. in Accra, Ghana. Photo: MoFAIC Zambia
Diplomacy

Zambia’s Haimbe Bolsters African Ties at AU Meeting

Zambian Foreign Minister, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, has been a driving force for African cooperation during the 6th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting…

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ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano, President of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council, was received by the Transitional President of Gabon, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, at the Presidential Palace on 17 July 2024. Photo: ICAO
Aviation

Gabon Lauded for Boosting African Air Travel

Gabon has emerged as a frontrunner in efforts to improve air travel connectivity across Africa, according to the International Civil…

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Transfrontier Conservation Areas (ZIMOZA-TFCAs) Memorandum of Agreement was signed in Harare, Zimbabwe by Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, represented by Hon. Rodney Sikumba, Minister of Tourism; His Excellency Mr. Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, President of the Republic of Mozambique and His Excellency Mr. Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe. Photo: MoFAIC Zambia
Diplomacy

Deal Creates Massive Conservation Zone in Southern Africa

Zambia, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe have signed a landmark agreement to establish the ZIMOZA Transfrontier Conservation Area (TFCA). This massive protected…

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Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, SC, M.P, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is leading the Zambian delegation to the 45th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council (Session of Ministers) of the African Union which is taking place from 18th to 19th July, 2024, in Accra, Ghana. Photo: MoFAIC Zambia
Diplomacy

Zambia Calls for African Unity at AU Meeting

Accra, Ghana - Zambia's Foreign Minister, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, called for a united front among African nations at the 45th…

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Representatives of the Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism and AFAP at Mozambique Fertilizer Project Launch.
Agriculture

Mozambican Farmers Receive Fertilizer Boost

Mozambican farmers received a significant boost with a $2 million fertilizer financing project launched in June. This initiative aims to…

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Solar Cool team at the opening of the Solar Cool Smart Hub in Lagos, Nigeria/ Photo: Victor Owolabi
Energy

Solarcool Lights Up Lagos with New Hub

Lagos, Nigeria – Solarcool, a leading innovator in off-grid cooling solutions, recently inaugurated its new Smart Hub in Lagos, marking…