ECOWAS court dismisses complaint against Liberia
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice has dismissed a complaint against Liberia for its failure to investigate the Lutheran Church Massacre and prosecute those responsible. The Lutheran Church Massacre occurred on July 29 and 30, 1990, when Liberian Government forces killed approximately 600 civilians at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, a […]
Africa, Americas unite at tourism summit
Tourism leaders from both Africa and the Americas have jointly committed to working together to make the sector a pillar of collective sustainable and inclusive development across both continents. The “Punta Cana Declaration” was adopted at the conclusion of the very first joint meeting of UN Tourism’s Regional Commissions for Africa and the Americas earlier […]
Conference spotlights youth entrepreneurship in Africa
African youth entrepreneurs supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group took center stage at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference on Monday in Germany. During a session, titled “Empowering Young Entrepreneurs in Africa,” executives of the African Development Bank and its partner the African Guarantee Fund, as well as young African business leaders showcased innovative approaches […]
African leaders address peace, security challenges
The inaugural Annual Peace and Security Dialogue (ASPD) hosted by the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, kicked off over the weekend in Johannesburg, South Africa with some inspiring talks from both political leaders and academics. Speakers set the scene and provided thought starters for delegates. The dialogue serves as a platform to start meaningful conversation about the […]
Africa to take center stage at BRICS+ Fashion Summit
A majority of African countries will take part in the BRICS+ Fashion Summit in Moscow, Russia. The summit is set to be the largest event in the fashion world, serving as a platform for the exchange of experience between leading industry players from emerging markets. Africa will be represented by delegations from over 30 countries, […]
