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Why There is Such a Rush of African Satellite Launches

Senegal has launched its first satellite, GaindeSAT-1A, which will provide earth observation and telecommunications services, as part of a growing trend of African nations developing their own satellites to monitor crops, detect extreme weather, and improve telecommunications in remote areas.

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Ghana Week D.C. Launches to Promote Economic, Cultural Ties

Ghana’s Ambassador to the US, Hajia Alima Mahama, launched Ghana Week D.C. in the nation’s capital to strengthen ties between Ghana and the US, with events including the Capital City Africa Cup, a soccer match between D.C. United and Asante Kotoko, and African Restaurant Week.

D.C. Honors Nigerian Center, Gbenga Ogunjimi

The District of Columbia has declared Oct. 1 as Nigerian American Day in recognition of the contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the District and nationwide, and to celebrate the work of the Nigerian Center in providing services to immigrants in the District.

President Biden to Visit Angola in October

President Joe Biden will visit Angola and Germany next month to discuss economic partnerships, vision for a transcontinental open-access rail network, and provide $500 million and 1 million Mpox vaccine doses to aid African countries in preventing and responding to the Mpox outbreak.

Local Teens Embark on Transformative Journey to Madagascar

Four ambitious students from º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½, D.C. embarked on a 10-day journey to Madagascar as part of the International Ambassadors Program, gaining firsthand experience in global affairs and making memories that will last a lifetime.

Over $44 Billion Expected in Intra-Africa Trade, Investment Details

African businesses and states are expected to close in trade and investment deals worth over $44 billion during the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, which will feature a trade exhibition, the Creative Africa Nexus programme, a four-day Trade and Investment Forum, and a business-to-business platform.

Moving Toward a New Chapter for China and Rwanda

China has made significant strides in economic and social development through reform and opening-up over the past 46 years, with the Communist Party of China (CPC) continuing to implement strategic plans and policies to modernize the country and achieve the Second Centenary Goal.

Senegal Enters the Space Era with Successful Launch of Gaindesat

Senegal has successfully launched its first satellite, Gaindesat, in partnership with SpaceX, to collect crucial data for climate monitoring, water resource management, weather forecasting, and air safety, marking a significant step towards technological sovereignty and boosting innovation and research in the country.

Behind the Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan and Why Support Is Needed Now

The war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has led to the displacement of millions of people, with non-Arab populations in Darfur being specifically targeted, and the United States and United Nations have announced aid packages but have yet to meet their funding goals.

Access to Finance Rwanda Launches Finscope 2024 

Access to Finance Rwanda has launched the fifth Finscope Survey to reveal access trends and changes in financial inclusion in Rwanda over the past four years, with a focus on inclusive finance and the use of digital financial services.

Kenyan Scholars Study at U.S. Military Academies and HBCUs

Kenyan President William Ruto and Department of Defense Leader Lloyd Austin announced plans to merge against forces like al-Shabab and Manda Bay airfield, and the decision to make Kenya a major non-NATO ally, as well as a five-year framework to enhance relations between the two countries.