Africa takes step towards financial sovereignty with PAPSSCARD

Africa has embarked on a historic journey towards financial independence with the unveiling of PAPSSCARD, the continent’s first Pan-African card scheme. Launched on 27 June at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings in Abuja, Nigeria, PAPSSCARD...

President Ilham Aliyev congratulates his Rwandan counterpart

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to Rwandan President Paul Kagame on the occasion of the nation's national holiday. Azernews presents the letter: Dear Mr. President, On my own behalf and on...

Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo Sign Peace Treaty in Washington

Rabat – Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace agreement on Friday in Washington, D.C. This peace agreement has the potential to bring decades of violence to an end. Violence and conflict have spread across the Eastern Congo...

African, Global Leaders Demand Immediate Release Of Tanzanian Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu

A powerful coalition of African opposition leaders, activists, and international human rights figures has issued a passionate call for the immediate and unconditional release of Tundu Lissu, Chairman of Tanzania’s main opposition party, CHADEMA....

Africa’s Mpox crisis intensifies as WHO renews global public health emergency

By Nana Karikari, Senior International Affairs and Political Analyst The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent warning to the global community. Mpox (formerly monkeypox), remains a Public Health Emergency of International Concern...

DRC and Rwanda sign a US-brokered peace deal: what are the c...

The foreign ministers of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) signed a new peace agreement on 27 June 2025 under the auspices of the US. The agreement aims to foster long-term peace, and increased economic trade and security. The...

Azerbaijan’s president congratulates Rwandan counterpart on national holiday

Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev on Tuesday congratulated his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame on the occasion of his country’s national holiday. "On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my sincere congratulations to...

US, Africa summit yields $2.5bn in new trade deals

The United States says the 17th US -Africa Business Summit yielded more than $2.5bn in new deals and commitments between US and African partners. The US Department of State said the summit, which held from June 22 to 25, attracted more than 2,700...

$2.5bn In Deals Sealed At US-Africa Business Summit

The United States has announced that the 17th U.S.-Africa Business Summit generated over $2.5 billion in new trade deals and investment commitments, reinforcing its commitment to fostering economic partnerships across the continent. According to a...

Trump called out for 'embarrassing' interaction with 'beautiful' reporter

Donald Trump has been criticised online after an ‘awkward’ interaction with a reporter who he called “beautiful”. The moment happened on Friday (June 27), when a peace deal was signed by the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda in the White...

Wave raises $137M to power more mobile money in Africa

Hola, Victoria from Techpoint here, Here’s what I’ve got for you today: Wave raises $137M to power more mobile money in Africa Meet the Nigerians building a smarter legal bot Intron expands voice AI beyond clinics to the courtroom Wave raises...

UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Rwanda

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar...

African Single Electricity Market Program Gains Momentum

Addis Ababa, August 1, 2025 (ENA) -- The African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM), a continental energy trading program that aims to interconnect all 55 African Union (AU) members through an efficient and affordable electricity market, is well in...

Africa Moves Toward Financial Independence with Launch of PAPSSCARD in Abuja

The continent’s first Pan-African card scheme, PAPSSCARD was launched on Monday in Abuja, marking a significant step towards financial independence. The new card was unveiled last week at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings in Abuja. The...

Azerbaijani President congratulates Rwandan head of state

Japan lauds Qatar’s role in Rwanda-DRC peace agreement

Doha: Japan has lauded the mediatory role played by Qatar, the United States and the African Union in reaching the peace deal between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda. “Japan expresses respect for the mediation...

PAPSSCARD: Africa Takes a Bold Step Toward Financial Freedom

Advertisements It began not with a transaction, but with a vision: a continent no longer at the mercy of foreign payment rails, a people connected by purpose and empowered by progress. That vision came to life in Abuja, as Africa launched its very...

In Major Feat for Continent, First Pan-African Card Scheme, PAPSSCARD Launched

•Afreximbank’s initiative to lower transaction fees across borders, boost intra-Africa trade, others James Emejo in Abuja The continent’s first Pan-African card scheme, PAPSSCARD was launched yesterday in Abuja, marking a significant step towards...

African leaders urge nuclear energy adoption to drive growth

KIGALI, June 30 (Xinhua) -- African delegates at the inaugural Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (NEISA 2025) in the Rwandan capital of Kigali on Monday called for the accelerated adoption of nuclear energy to meet the continent's rising...

Africa Unveils First Pan-African Card Scheme, PAPSSCARD

June 30, (THEWILL) — In a landmark step toward financial sovereignty and economic integration, Africa has launched its first continent-wide card scheme, PAPSSCARD, designed to facilitate seamless, secure, and cost-effective transactions across...