Security could stunt telco financial services adoption
by Robert van Breukelen, CEO at Itemate Solutions Robert van Breukelen, CEO of Itemate Solutions NAIROBI, Kenya, 02 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Africa’s thriving telco sector continues to go from strength to strength. From a base size of $63.17-billion in 2024, the sector is expected to reach $82.34-billion by 2029 as the continent’s youthful population […]
Djibouti’s Economy Shows Strong Growth in 2023 Despite Fiscal Challenges
WASHINGTON, USA, 02nd October 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Djibouti’s economy achieved an impressive rebound in 2023, outperforming forecasts with GDP growth estimated at 6.7 percent. The country benefited from a recovery in Ethiopia’s growing demand for port and logistics services. Additionally, domestic demand remained strong, supported by a recovery in private investment and government measures to […]
Niger Anticipates Economic Recovery on the Back of Oil Revenues
WASHINGTON, USA, 01st October 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Niger’s economy is set to rebound after a year marked by an unprecedented political crisis. However, the rebound is dependent on favorable security and climate conditions, and continued oil production for exports, according to the World Bank’s latest economic update for Niger, published today. The report analyzes […]
Press Relations: How to Secure Interviews in the Media?
In an increasingly competitive environment, obtaining media coverage is essential to increase the visibility of a brand or organization. However, securing an interview in the media is not always easy. Here are some strategies to help you capture journalists’ attention and maximize your chances of obtaining an interview. Build Strong Relationships with Journalists Press relations […]
Tambura residents walk and dance their way to Peace Day celebrations
JUBA, South Sudan, 30 September 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- A short walk for peace through the bright sunny morning was easy enough for the once warring residents of different communities in Tambura to join the rest of the world in celebrating the International Peace Day. There was jubilation and ululation among the thousands of women, youth, […]
American chocolate company Hershey and its partners inaugurate three primary schools in Côte d’Ivoire
A collaboration with CNS and the ICI Foundation expands access to education in cocoa-producing communities James TUROFF, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of Hershey, and Mrs. Nassénéba Touré, Minister of Women, Family, and Children, Vice President of the Interministerial Committee for the Fight Against Trafficking, Exploitation, and Child Labor (CIM), representing Mrs. Dominique […]
Africa Specialty Risks announces the appointment of Aurélien Sauty as Head of Marine and Aviation Lines
LONDON, 26th September 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Africa Specialty Risks (ASR), the pan-African and Middle East focused (re)insurance group, announces the appointment of Aurélien Sauty to lead its new Marine and Aviation capacity, as Head of Marine and Aviation. Aurélien, based in ASR’s Dubai office, brings over 16 years’ experience in the insurance industry, with a […]
IOM Intensifies Emergency Response to Severe Flooding across West and Central Africa
Exceptional flooding in Mali has damaged houses and infrastructure affecting more than 180,000 people. Photo: IOM Mali/ Moussa Tall GENEVA, Switzerland, 26 September 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/ – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is scaling up its emergency operations to assist millions impacted by the severe flooding across West and Central Africa. IOM […]
Africa No Filter launches new guide on how to write about African elections
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 25 September 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- On October 9 Mozambique will go to the polls to elect a new president. Mozambique is one of 19 African countries, including South Africa and Ghana, who have had or will have elections in 2024. The narrative of elections in Africa is typically one of negative stereotypes […]
Libyan Youth at Summit for the Future workshops: Digital tools essential for an inclusive political process in Libya
TRIPOLI, Libya, 25 Septembre 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- As Heads of State met in New York to attend the Summit for the Future and sign the global Pact for the Future, UNSMIL held two youth workshops with 40 young men and women to discuss how the Libyan government, society and media companies could foster a safer […]