In a vibrant display that caught the attention of visitors, a Rwandan folk dance troupe performed traditional songs and dances at the Pyramids of Giza during a visit to Cairo, following its participation in an official celebration hosted by the Embassy of Rwanda in Cairo to mark the 32nd anniversary of Liberation Day.
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Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, called on African governments to accelerate the implementation and ratification of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade, stating that it is essential to unlocking Africa’s projected $712 billion digital economy by 2050.
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The Korea International Trade Association (KITA), led by Chairman Jin Sik Yoon, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, headed by Secretary-General Wamkele Mene, have jointly launched the first Korea-Africa Economic Committee (KAEC) Business Roundtable in Seoul.
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Romuald Wadagni was officially sworn in on Sunday as President of the Republic of Benin, pledging to deepen economic reforms, strengthen democratic institutions, and expand social development nationwide.
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Intra-African trade is projected to reach $230 billion by 2027, up from a record $220 billion in 2024, reflecting accelerating momentum in continental economic integration, according to Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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Egypt is among the countries most exposed to the ongoing Gulf-related crisis, according to Denys Denya, Senior Executive Vice President of the African Export-Import Bank, who highlighted the country’s frontline position due to its geographic proximity to conflict zones and its dependence on tourism and energy imports.
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To counter the severe economic shocks caused by the escalating conflict in the Middle East, the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a $10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) to support African and Caribbean economies, financial institutions, and companies affected by the ongoing Gulf crisis.
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The Regional Investment Agency (RIA) of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) today launched a new investment map highlighting the top investment opportunities across its 21 member states.
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Nairobi will host the second edition of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Investment Forum on 26 March, bringing together policymakers and investors to discuss regional integration and investment across Eastern and Southern Africa.
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Bamy Kazelea, President of the Congo–Egyptian Chamber of Commerce, issued a vivid appeal for Egyptian investors to take bold steps into African markets—foremost the Democratic Republic of Congo—describing the country as “Egypt’s twin and a land of limitless opportunities.”
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The Republic of Zambia marked its 61st independence anniversary with a grand celebration in Cairo, highlighting the country's commitment to peace, unity, and prosperity.
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With a mix of enthusiasm, positivity, spontaneity and seriousness, Shams shines in Kigali's sky. She is a bundle of energy who wins hearts instantly, making new acquaintances feel as if she has known them for ages. She can also build a network of relationships quickly – to the point where you'd think they're friendships of years due to her sincerity, though they're born in the moment
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Norway’s Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver Aukrust hailed Egypt as a key regional partner and a pillar of stability amid ongoing turmoil. In an exclusive interview with Al-Ahram, he praised Egypt’s vital humanitarian role in facilitating aid to Gaza and hosting refugees, as well as its growing cooperation with Norway in renewable energy and culture. Aukrust affirmed that Norway values its close ties with Egypt and supports its efforts to promote peace and dialogue across the region.
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The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is encouraging Egyptian investors to capitalise on the country's investment opportunities and incentives.
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The ninth edition of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), held from 20 to 22 August in Yokohama, Japan, brought together 53 African countries, the United Nations, the World Bank, and international organizations.
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Cameroon celebrated its 53rd National Day in Cairo on Tuesday, hosted by Ambassador Mohamadou Labarang, Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps.
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The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) aims to provide $2 billion in direct and indirect financing to Egypt in 2025, Ayman El-Zoghbi, Head of Intra-African Trade, Investment, and Corporate Finance at Afreximbank, said on Tuesday.
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Rwanda will commemorate the 31st anniversary of the Rwandan genocide against the Tutsi people, "Kwibuka," which claimed over one million lives from 7 April to 19 July 1994.
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The Norwegian Embassy in Cairo announced it would contribute $1.9 million to UNHCR’s Sudan refugee response in Egypt to increase UNHCR’s capacity to provide protection services for refugees arriving from Sudan.
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The second edition of the AfCFTA Business Forum, branded Biashara Afrika 2024 (#BA2024), will kick off on Wednesday at the Kigali Convention and Exhibition Village (from 9 to 11 October), under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Rwanda Paul Kagame.
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