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IATA Calls on African Governments to Prioritize Aviation for Long-Term Economic Growth
Addis Ababa, April 29, 2026 (FMC) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on African governments to prioritize aviation as a strategic driver of economic and social…
AU commends Morocco for strategic role in advancing peace, security and governance
Addis Ababa, April 24, 2026 (FMC) – The African Union Commission (AUC) has commended the Kingdom of Morocco for its growing and strategic contribution to peace, security, and governance…
ECA chief proposes five priority reforms to accelerate Africa’s development transformation
Addis Ababa, April 28, 2026 (FMC) – The Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, Claver Gatete, has proposed five priority reforms aimed at accelerating…
Harnessing Critical Minerals Vital for Africa’s Role in Global Energy Transition
Addis Ababa, April 27, 2026 (FMC) — African countries have been urged to harness their vast reserves of critical minerals to accelerate industrialization and advance sustainable development,…
African Union and UNESCO set agenda for expanded cultural and education collaboration
Addis Ababa, April 14, 2026 (FMC) — The African Union Commission and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have discussed strengthening cooperation in…
2nd Africa Urban Forum Opens in Nairobi, Focuses on Housing and Inclusive Urbanisation
Addis Ababa, April 8, 2026 (FMC) — The 2nd Africa Urban Forum has officially opened in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together policymakers, urban planners, and development experts to address…
Afreximbank Approves $10 Billion Support Programme to Ease Impact of Middle East Conflict
Addis Ababa, April 8, 2026 (FMC) — The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a $10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) aimed at shielding African and Caribbean…
African Union welcomes U.S.-Iran ceasefire, calls for sustained dialogue
Addis Ababa, April 8, 2026 (FMC) — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has welcomed the recently announced ceasefire between the United States and the…
Soil Health Holds the Key to Africa’s Food Security and Long-Term Economic Growth – AGRA
Addis Ababa, April 4, 2026 (FMC) — Soil is more than an agricultural input in Africa — it underpins food systems, livelihoods, and economic resilience, says Aggie Asiimwe Konde, Director of…
AUC Chairperson Congratulates Congo on Presidential Election, Commends Peaceful Conduct
Addis Ababa, March 30, 2026 (FMC) — The African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has congratulated Denis Sassou Nguesso on his re-election as President of the Republic of…