Tony Elumelu Foundation picks 3,200 Africans for 2026 entrepreneurship programme
The Tony Elumelu Foundation has selected 3,200 young African entrepreneurs for its 2026 entrepreneurship programme, marking a significant achievement in promoting inclusivity across the continent.
Kariakoo Clubs and Continental Betting Markets
Two longstanding rival clubs from the Kariakoo neighborhood in Dar es Salaam are simultaneously performing well in CAF continental competitions, highlighting their historical rivalry and current success in football.
At least 1,700 African soldiers recruited by Russia are fighting in Ukraine
At least 1,780 young Africans from 36 countries are reportedly fighting for the Russian army in Ukraine, lured by false job offers or promises of high salaries.
'Sent to Die': How Russia Deceives Africans and Recruits Them to Fight in Ukraine?
The article discusses how young Africans, like Charles Waithaka, are deceived by Russia into fighting in Ukraine, often leading to tragic outcomes.
Afrikaner in Ukraine: Lured by a Job, Ended Up at the Front
The article discusses the troubling recruitment of young Africans, particularly Ghanaians, into conflict in Ukraine under the false pretense of high-paying jobs in the security sector.
How Putin Lures Africans to the Front in Ukraine
The article discusses how Russia is recruiting young men from African countries to fight in Ukraine, often using coercive tactics and false promises of good jobs.
Governance, integrity and youth: African leaders set agenda in Dubai
At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Botswana's president encouraged young Africans to innovate and stay on the continent, while advocating for transparent governance to combat corruption and ensure equitable growth.
Report highlights how Russia lures young Africans to fight in Ukraine
A report discusses the strategies Russia employs to recruit young Africans to participate in the conflict in Ukraine.