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Gambian Honorary Consul Receives Pushkin Medal from Russian President
Momodou Lamin Manga, the Honorary Consul of Russia in The Gambia, received the Pushkin Medal from President Vladimir Putin for his contributions to culture and strengthening ties between The Gambia and Russia during a ceremony at the Kremlin on the Day of National Unity.
Equity Group Reports Significant Profit Increase Amid Rising Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Equity Group Holdings PLC reported a profit after tax of KSh75.5bn, a 55 per cent increase, alongside a 19 per cent rise in greenhouse gas emissions to 39,605 tonnes CO2e in 2025, attributed to business expansion and improved data capture.
Gabon Pursues Partnerships with China in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
Gabon is seeking partnerships with China to advance its robotics and artificial intelligence sectors, focusing on healthcare, public services, and security. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema's visit to Shanghai emphasized technology transfer and training as Gabon develops its national AI strategy.
Malawi Introduces New Regulations for Solar Energy Grid Integration
Malawi has introduced regulations allowing households and businesses to sell excess solar electricity to the national grid, aiming to enhance electricity supply and stimulate private sector investment. Currently, nine of the 34 pilot phase prosumers are contributing solar power to the grid.
Nigeria
CAFA Aims to Transform Africa’s Fashion Economy with New Initiatives
The Confederation of African Fashion aims to grow Africa’s fashion economy from an estimated billion to 0 billion, unveiling its roadmap at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus in Lagos, while promoting local processing and securing the African Fashion Industry Growth Charter.
South Africa
Sasol Opens Applications for Learner Electro Mechanic Programme in Secunda
Sasol is inviting applications for its Learner Electro Mechanic (Millwright) Programme 2026, aimed at training aspiring artisans in Secunda and Sasolburg, with a closing date of 06 November 2026. Applicants must have a Grade 12 or N3 certificate with specific subject requirements.
South Africa
AEEG Seeks Industrial Partner for Solar PV and Battery Project in Mpumalanga
Africa Earth Energy Group is developing a 49 MWac solar PV and battery energy storage project in Middelburg, South Africa, seeking an anchor industrial off-taker for a 10- or 20-year power purchase agreement to ensure stable pricing and reliable electricity supply.
Nigeria
Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts Announces New Theme for Upcoming Competition
Young Nigerian filmmakers aged 18 to 35 can submit documentaries for the 2027 Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, themed "Nigeria Unseen," from February 1 to April 30, 2027, with a chance to win a ,000 prize.
Egypt
Dangote Group Explores Industrial Investment Opportunities in Egypt
Dangote Group is exploring industrial investment opportunities in Egypt following discussions with the country's Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade. This initiative aligns with the group's Vision 2030 ambitions to enhance industrialization across Africa, although no specific projects or timelines were disclosed.
South Africa
Electoral Commission to Brief Media on 2026 Local Government Elections Readiness
The Electoral Commission of South Africa has approved a record 2,655,067 special vote applications for the 2026 Local Government Elections, marking a 131% increase from 2021, with special voting scheduled for November 2 and 3.
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