Africa Air Travel Push
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African ministers adopted the Lome Declaration, aiming to make air travel across the continent accessible and affordable. Meanwhile, the European Investment Bank considers Nigeria a strategic priority for engagement in Sub-Saharan Africa, planning significant investments. Analysts also call for present, not performative, leadership across Africa.
Lome Declaration: Experts Push for Cheaper Air Travel across Africa
- African ministers adopted the Lome Declaration on June 16, 2026, aiming to make air travel across the continent accessible, connected, affordable, and sustainable. - The declaration seeks to remove structural and regulatory barriers that limit air connectivity, which is currently the lowest globally for Africa. - Key issues addressed include excessive taxes and fees, delayed implementation of th…
Fayolle: Nigeria is a Strategic Priority for EIB in Africa
- The European Investment Bank (EIB) considers Nigeria a strategic priority in its Sub-Saharan Africa engagement. - EIB Vice-President Ambroise Fayolle announced new financing for Nigerian SMEs, healt…
SportyTV Joins DStv, GOtv Line-up Across Africa
- SportyTV has launched on DStv and GOtv packages in Nigeria, offering 24-hour sports content including live events, news, and analysis. - The channel is now available to DStv Yanga and GOtv Jolli cus…
Africa Needs Present, Not Performative, Leaders: Analyst
- The article argues that Africa needs leaders who prioritize presence and deep listening over performative actions. - It suggests that many African institutions struggle with trust and cohesion due t…
Standard Bank targets $15.4bn expansion in Nigeria, African SME markets
- Standard Bank plans to invest $15.4 billion to expand its operations in Nigeria and other key African markets by 2028. - The bank aims to support intra-continental African businesses and accelerate …
UN official urges Africa to speed up sustainable supply chains
- UN official Damilola Olawuyi urged African leaders to accelerate progress on accountable and sustainable supply chains. - He stressed the need for businesses to embed human rights due diligence into…
Expert trains 100 young Africans in digital skills
- Over 100 young Africans received training in digital skills, including AI, UI/UX design, and data literacy, to address the continent's digital divide. - The training, facilitated by Emmanuel Brendan…