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Daewoo E&C builds bridges, growth foundation abroad

Daewoo E&C builds bridges, growth foundation abroad

Published: 25 Jun. 2025, 17:28 Daewoo E&C Chairman Jung Won-ju, left and Hanoi People's Committee Chairman Tran Sy Thanh meet in the Vietnamese capital in March. [DAEWOO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION] Riding a wave of successful entries into overseas...

I earned my professorship – Professor Edward Dua Agyeman

I earned my professorship – Professor Edward Dua Agyeman

I write in response to the publication of GTEC dated 17th June 2025, which demanded that I provide evidence confirming my appointment or promotion to the rank of professor. I must state that I have not been served a copy of the said letter. Like...

African Nations Sign Luanda Agreement to Protect and Promote Natural Diamonds

African Nations Sign Luanda Agreement to Protect and Promote Natural Diamonds

On Wednesday, several African countries signed the “Luanda Agreement,” a commitment to defend and promote natural diamonds. Under this pact, the signatory nations agreed to contribute 1 percent of their annual revenues from diamond sales to fund a...

Jazzelle Voices Disney’s Elephant in Setswana

Jazzelle Voices Disney’s Elephant in Setswana

At this year’s Wildscreen Festival in Maun, the African premiere of DisneyNature’s Elephant echoed louder than expected, not only for its breathtaking visuals but for its powerful new voice. Renowned creative Jazzelle Kebakile delivered a stirring...

Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025

Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025

After years of turmoil typified by inflation, high debt burdens, and currency devaluation, a minor increase in exchange rates might provide these countries with a rare economic respite. While not all African currencies are strengthening, those...

Mission impossible for broke SANDF

Mission impossible for broke SANDF

The SANDF is too underfunded to operate helicopters or protect borders, leaving citizens dangerously exposed. As a former military man, Bantu Holomisa must feel intensely frustrated in his current position as deputy minister of defence as he...

30 Unhappiest Countries In The World in 2025

30 Unhappiest Countries In The World in 2025

This article looks at the 30 unhappiest countries in the world in 2025. The Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford recently published the World Happiness Report 2025. Finland took the number one spot yet again, marking eight years...

Nigeria tops West Africa in intra-African trade with $18.4 billion in 2024 — Afreximbank 

Nigeria tops West Africa in intra-African trade with $18.4 billion in 2024 — Afreximbank 

Nigeria led West Africa as the region’s largest intra-African trading country in 2024, hitting $18.4 billion in trade last year. This is according to a report launched by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) on Wednesday. The flagship...

India Seeks to Enhance Bilateral Ties with Uganda

India Seeks to Enhance Bilateral Ties with Uganda

By Faridah N Kulumba Recently the government of India invited 47 journalists, media professionals and editors from 23 countries from East Africa, Southern Africa, West Asia and North Africa for a familiarization tour in India. The East and...

Zambia is set to track satellites and cosmic events with its new space tech

Zambia is set to track satellites and cosmic events with its new space tech

The latest episode in this series features the installation of the Transient Array Radio Telescope (TART) at Copperbelt University in Kitwe, Zambia. As reported by SpaceinAfrica, this cutting-edge 24-element device is intended for real-time,...

Bophelo Group – born in struggle . . . rising with the people

In a small, modest office with just two desks and a dream, Bophelo Group began its journey. Today, it’s one of Lesotho’s fastest-growing funeral and healthcare businesses — and it all started with one man’s pain, persistence, and unshakable...

President lifts Tanzania globally – PM

DODOMA: PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has lauded President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan’s leadership for setting Tanzania on a new path of inclusive development, diplomacy and national cohesion through the implementation of the 4Rs philosophy. In his...

Artistry, Culture Unite At European Film Fest

Artistry, Culture Unite At European Film Fest

With a lineup spanning historical thrillers, animated adventures and local voices, the festival proved once again that cinema is not just entertainment but a mirror, a bridge and a call to imagine better futures GOSEGO MOTSUMI From the opening...

Mares bonuses not yet finalised

Mares bonuses not yet finalised

The women's team touched down in Tangier, Morocco last week, ready to confront the challenge ahead where they face record champions, Nigeria, Tunisia and Algeria in Group B. Group A has Morocco, Zambia, Senegal and Democratic Republic of Congo...

Zambia joins Africa’s radio astronomy network with TART telescope

Zambia joins Africa’s radio astronomy network with TART telescope

The device is intended for real-time, all-sky observation of transitory events such as satellites, near-Earth objects, and other cosmic phenomena. Photo credit: Centre For Radio Astronomy Techniques and Technologies/ LinkedIn The Copperbelt...

Chris Garland on What Makes a Good Consultant in 2025

Chris Garland on What Makes a Good Consultant in 2025

Clients want results they can use immediately, and partners who work closely with them to achieve those results. And while experience and intelligence still matter, of course, they’re no longer enough on their own. Smaller, more specialized firms...

Belararox’s copper assets could push  market cap to $60m, says KPG Capital

Belararox’s copper assets could push market cap to $60m, says KPG Capital

A research report highlights Belararox’s exposure to copper, demand for which often correlates with economic growth. Pic: Getty Images. Copper exposure in Argentina and Africa could result in valuation uplift for BRX KPG Capital compares TMT...

Merck Foundation Marks 'World Art Day' Through Their Film, Song, Media And Fashion Awards 2025 In Partnership With Africa's First Ladies To Raise Awareness About Social & Health Issues

Merck Foundation Marks 'World Art Day' Through Their Film, Song, Media And Fashion Awards 2025 In Partnership With Africa's First Ladies To Raise Awareness About Social & Health Issues

(MENAFN- APO Group) Merck Foundation ( ) , the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, marks 'World Art Day 2025' through their Pan African 'Art and Fashion with Purpose' Community, established by Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation....

‘F1’ Star Damson Idris Is Ready for Takeoff

‘F1’ Star Damson Idris Is Ready for Takeoff

Damson Idris is riding high — and low — all at great speed. The multitalented star of “F1” can drive a race car, and even ride a panther, his mode of transport in the upcoming fantasy adventure film “Children of Blood and Bone,” in which he plays...

Report points to BRX valuation uplift

Report points to BRX valuation uplift

Special Report: A research report from KPG Capital highlights that explorer Belararox could reach a target price of 44 cents per share and a market cap of $60m. Copper exposure in Argentina and Africa could result in valuation uplift for BRX KPG...

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