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The actions in favor of the link between the North Africa and the sub-Saharan Africa have been increasing on the continent since a few years. The Moroccan capital town (Casablanca) is welcoming for that purpose on 2nd and 3rd April 2015, the third edition of « Hub Africa », one of the …

The Information and Communication Technologies are henceforth essential in the development of any company. Banks and financial institutions of Congo, in order to adapt themselves to nowadays realities, are meeting from 09th to 11th October in Pointe-Noire around the theme « Bancarisation via ICTS« . The Information and Communication Technologies will occupy …

The sublime « Omo Sexy » as her fans call affectionately her, has just been honored by winning a « national » special prize. The Nigerian singer and actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, received a distinction that made of her, an Honorary Member of the Federal Republic (MFR). According to the Nigerian government, this prestigious …

Four countries of the sub-region will successively welcome the 14th edition of Theater and Puppets International Festival of Ouagadougou (FITMO) around the « problem of artistic training and socio-professional insertion of artists in Africa« . According to sources close to the organization, the event will be held from 10th October to 5th …

The second edition of the International Marriage Fair of Ouagadougou (SIMO) was held from 26th to 28th September in the capital town of Burkina Faso around the theme: « inconveniences of cohabitation in the society« . According to Lilyane Maïga, promoter of the event, the idea is to try by all means …

Far from snapshots showing prevailing poverty at epidemic and conflicts, Africa is fast-changing characterized by a sustainable economic growth according to its leaders. During the 2nd Africa Global Business Forum held last week in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the leaders from Ghana, Rwanda and Ethiopia invited foreign investors to …

The question of development in Africa can be only thought, conceived and elaborated with the implication of women. Involving woman in decision-making, endowing them with necessary tools to be autonomous, would be the answer to the development problem of the continent. This is in short the position expressed on Thursday …

The pictures Yahya El Jabaly, been born faceless further to a prenatal complication preventing his bones from forming normally, made the tour of social networks. And condolence and SOS messages come from all sides throughout the world to help this Moroccan 3 year-old little boy to have a normal face …

Initially planned from 15th to 22nd November 2014 in Ouagadougou at the « Maison du people », the 11th edition of the Scientific Research and Technological Innovation National Forum (FRSIT) is postponed to a later date because of the sanitary situation caused by the spreading of Ebola virus in the West African …

The young and sublime Togolese, Alexandrine Hantz, Miss Beauty Africa 2013, just put at stake her crown with the launching on Wednesday in Lomé, the second edition of this regional beauty competition under the theme: « Beauty of Africa, factor of peace and development« . A total of 20 high-level beauty queens …

Dangote Industries of the Nigerian billionaire, Aliko Dangote (photo) intends to associate its image with the broadcasting of the « Facetime » program on the American channel, CNN. From the coming 19th October, Dangote Industries is thus going to sponsor this TV program that remains « a program opening a window on business …

The Ivory Coast cocoa thwarted all announced forecasts. For the years 2013 and 2014, it was planned a cocoa production of 1,45 million tons. This figure was increased first (1,67 million tons) then second (1,74 million tons). The production of this year thus beats the record of the campaign 2010/2011 …

Several initiatives are being taken in order to support the efforts of the Togolese government in its sensitization activities launched to prevent Ebola virus from entering onto the territory. The Bolloré Group thus decided to join itself to this fight by offering a big musical concert to Togolese public. The …

They are the best in Togo. Barabas and Master Just, the members of Toofan group has given since 2005, a new identity to the Togolese music. From Ogbragada to Gweta via Cool Catché, the « sons of wind » have conquered Africa. The originality of their concepts fascinates many people. After Africa …

Pushed aside for a long time by governing bodies or prevented according to the Constitution of certain African countries to stand as « candidates » during the electoral terms, women tend to change the situation in Tunisia. Indeed, they will represent 47 % of candidates on electoral rolls during the next general …

The recurrent unemployment problem noticed on the African continent give ideas to the young entrepreneurs. In democratic Republic of Congo (DR of Congo), Steve Nkashama proposes as solution, JobWangu, an Internet site that puts into relation companies and job-seekers. « JobWangu arose from the urge to help companies to find qualified …

Africa globally progresses, particularly thanks to the questions of human rights and citizen participation in politics, in spite of a slowdown of economic performances. It is what revealed the « Mo Ibrahim » foundation that published on Monday, 29th September its annual index on African governance (IIAG 2014). The document shows that …

The Ghanaian RLG company proceeded a few weeks ago to the presentation of Uhuru Classic, a new generation Smartphone made by the aforementioned company. The hone compatible with Google and Android applications 4.2.1, is sold at 200 dollars, a competitive price on Smartphones market in Africa. Uhuru phones are equipped …

The Cameroonians looked forward to welcoming it. Contrary to all expectations, the fourth mobile phone operator is not new on the Cameroonian market. Cameroon Telecommunications (Camtel), the owner of the fixed telephony, announced its return in the universe of the mobile with the 3G license obtained last 26th September. 14 …

For those who knew legendary Fela Kuti on stage, Peter Solo is really the reincarnation of the Nigerian artist, pioneer of the Afrobeat. The young Togolese artist fascinates spectators with his voodoo songs and his exuberant ardor. Under the concept « Vodou Game« , he brings out « Apiafo« , his new album that …

One more time, Togo drew attention in the sub-region. Instrumentalists of the country struck a blow during the first edition of the Best Instrumentalists of Africa festival (MIA) that came to an end on Saturday, 27th September 2014 in Cotonou (Benin). Shalom Voice Band from Togo was appointed the best …

Clap Ivoire and Fespaco are the rare film meetings that value African productions on the international level. During the 14th edition of Clap Ivoire, the managers of cinema from the ECOWAS (Community of the West African States) expressed the desire to establish a film week. The film week will soon …

The adoption of a sub-regional bank card is henceforth part of priorities of the governor for the Bank of Central African States, Lucas Abaga Nchama. During the Gimac general assembly, he reaffirmed his desire to realize this project before the end of his mandate. « We would like it becomes the …

Action for transparency (A4T) is the name of a new application for Smartphones that could contribute to the stabilization of public finances in Uganda. « In many governmental institutions, there is a lack of transparency on the assigned and used funds. The absence of transparency daily affects our education« , denounced Douglas …

End last Saturday, 27th September 2014 of the very first edition of the Best instrumentalists of Africa Festival, opened on 23rd September 2014 inside the esplanade of the Amitié Stadium of Cotonou, Benin. The initiative comes from Eurosia Groupe that, in order to end this big cultural meeting, decided to …

Since the time where his double actor and friend, Cheinedu Ikedieze alias AKI got married in 2011 with Nneoma, all eyes are turned to Osita Iheme known under the name of PAWPAW, considered at Nollywood as confirmed bachelor. Paparazzis as well as thousands of fans have been nosing about almost …

The African Development Bank (ADB) was a short in the arm for Water and Sanitization Sectorial Program (PSEA) in Senegal. Nineteen (19) billion FCFA of which 4 billion in the form of subsidy; this is the contribution brought by the institution within the framework of the financing of this project. …

Cameroon is once again honored by one of its sons, the professional disc jockey, Charly Templar. This social worker in Australia won on 6th September 2014, two trophies at the AAMMA Awards 2014 in Sydney in the categories of « Best Dj » and « Best Mentor« . The award ceremony took place in …

I’ m back! Asserted Jimi Hope who is celebrating this year his four decades of career. To celebrate the event, the Togolese artist musician, painter and sculptor plans to be on stage for a duration of « 40 years » during which, he will have to explore his 15 albums on the …

During the inauguration of the « Maison de l’Entreprise » (Company House) introduced by the Ivory Coast employers, the president of Ivory Coast, Alassane Ouattara invited the banks of Ivory Coast to get more involved in SMEs. According to Mr. Ouattara, financial institutions give less interest to SMEs and consequently, « they should …