President John Dramani Mahama committed to finishing the stalled Krofrom Market construction by December 2026 during his recent visit to Kumasi traders. The announcement came Wednesday as part of his Ashanti Region appreciation tour, addressing long-standing concerns from local vendors. The commercial complex began development in 2007 under former President John Agyekum Kuffuor but remains incomplete after years of financial constraints. The deteriorating structure has transformed into a breeding ground for criminal activities and rodent infestations. Weeds have overtaken the abandoned site, creating safety hazards for the surrounding community.
Mahama emphasized that completing this project would reduce overcrowding in busy commercial...
Abanga Yakubu Alhassan rejected accusations connecting him to unauthorized mining operations after Ghana's Attorney-General ordered an investigation. The National Democratic Congress official faces scrutiny alongside party organizer Joseph Yamin for alleged participation in galamsey activities. Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine directed the Economic and Organised Crime Office to examine both politicians based on credible intelligence reports. The allegations suggest their involvement threatens water resources and forest areas throughout mining regions. Alhassan maintains complete innocence regarding any illegal extraction activities.
The senior party executive characterized the claims as deliberate fabrications designed to undermine his...
Ethiopian health officials gathered in Addis Ababa on May 27, 2025, to examine findings from a comprehensive evaluation of the Dagu electronic logistics system. The assessment examined 251 public health facilities across the nation to determine how effectively the digital platform manages medical supply chains. European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations provided funding for the nationwide study that measured system functionality and impact on healthcare delivery.
Results showed that 63.7 percent of facilities maintain operational Dagu systems with an average medicine availability rate of 88.3 percent for essential pharmaceuticals. The World Health Organization praised the collaborative assessment process while...
MTN Group designated David Behr for the Group Chief Enterprise Business Officer position beginning July 1, 2025. The telecommunications company consolidated its Converged Solutions and Group Enterprise Business Unit under Behr's leadership to enhance commercial operations. This restructuring aligns with MTN's Commercial Excellence initiative, which aims to strengthen market channels and functional synergies across its African operations. Behr assumes responsibility for enterprise strategy execution across voice services, data solutions, Internet of Things technology, Unified Communications, and Cloud infrastructure. His oversight extends to all MTN operating companies with emphasis on managed services and system integration...
South Africa published its first public National Security Strategy and National Intelligence Estimate under Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni's leadership. The unprecedented disclosure transforms how intelligence agencies interact with parliament and citizens across the republic. Officials identified cybersecurity as a primary national threat alongside organized crime and climate instability.
The 2024-2029 security framework establishes comprehensive digital protection measures through dedicated cyberspace safeguards. Intelligence priorities target cryptocurrency exploitation and financial crimes while strengthening forensic capabilities against online threats. Government agencies must address procurement vulnerabilities and reduce...
Lebanese fintech firm MyMonty has partnered with Mastercard to accelerate digital payment adoption across the country. The collaboration aims to transform Lebanon into a digitally-driven economy through enhanced payment solutions. MyMonty plans to expand its digital payment infrastructure for both individual consumers and business clients. The partnership will improve transaction security while streamlining payment processes throughout the region. Mastercard's global network and cutting-edge technology will power these expanded capabilities.
Users gain access to sophisticated security measures through this strategic alliance. The enhanced platform enables seamless money management for domestic and international transactions. Antoni...
Moroccan technology company ORA Technologies completed a Series A funding round worth $7.5 million with Azur Innovation Fund leading the investment alongside three regional partners. The startup has accumulated $11.9 million in domestic capital since January 2023, establishing a new benchmark for local technology financing within Morocco. ORA operates the E-Morocco for Everyone program that expands digital commerce and electronic payment access across the country. The company focuses on retail technology and financial services while capitalizing on Morocco's expanding food delivery and mobile payment sectors. Omar Alami founded the enterprise to address local market demands through innovative digital solutions.
The Kooul food delivery...
TikTok partners with Visa to launch a business support initiative targeting small and medium enterprises across the United Arab Emirates. The collaboration provides financial incentives and educational resources designed to accelerate digital marketing adoption among regional entrepreneurs. Beginning July 1, 2025, qualifying businesses receive 150 dollars in advertising credits when they invest 250 dollars in TikTok campaigns through Visa Commercial payment cards. The promotional offer extends through September 30, 2025, and applies exclusively to new TikTok Ads Manager participants.
Participating companies gain access to specialized training programs, expert consultation sessions, and comprehensive digital marketing resources. The...
Blockchain platform Sui established its fourth global physical hub in Lagos, targeting West Africa's expanding developer community. The new facility joins existing locations in Dubai, Vietnam, and Athens as part of the Sui Foundation's worldwide expansion strategy. Lagos represents a strategic choice given Nigeria's position as a technology center with robust startup activity and growing cryptocurrency adoption.
The community-focused space will provide developers with access to Sui's infrastructure while hosting educational programs and networking events. Workshop sessions will cover Move programming language training and development using Sui-native applications like zkLogin and Walrus storage systems. The foundation plans to extend...
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