#poaupdates Burkina Faso has suspended the BBC and Voice of America (VOA) radio networks from broadcasting for two weeks over their coverage of a report accusing the army of the extrajudicial killings of civilians. #powerofafrica #diacoverafrica

#poaupdates Mining and trading house Glencore (GLEN.L), opens new tab will invest in Nigeria’s mining sector if the government ensures a stable business climate, the company’s CEO said on Thursday during a visit to Nigeria’s minister in charge of solid minerals. #powerofafrica

#poaupdates The core of the Swahili language originates in Bantu languages of the coast of East Africa. Much of Swahili’s Bantu vocabulary has cognates in the Pokomo, Taita, and Mijikenda languages and, to a lesser extent, other East African Bantu languages. #powerofafrica

#poaupdates PZ Cussons Plc, said it has commenced a strategic review of its business in Africa, with a consideration of exiting the continent, partly driven by economic challenges in Nigeria. #powerofafrica #discoverafrica

#poaupdates Burkina Faso’s military government has expelled three French diplomats, accusing them of subversive activities. The diplomats, including two political advisers, were given 48 hours to leave the country. The specifics of their alleged activities were not disclosed.

#poaupdates The University of Ankara in Turkey is poised to confer an honorary PhD in Economics upon Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, in recognition of her exemplary leadership and its impact across social, political, and economic domains. #disvoverafrica #africa

#poaupdates International Monetary Fund (IMF) is pushing for the Ethiopian currency to be devalued by 60% before the approval of a $3.5 billion loan. High level talks are in progress in the US between a senior Ethiopian delegation and the representatives from the IMF

India is also exploring opportunities in Chile for lithium, another key component in energy storage solutions. Copper and cobalt are vital for various industries, including electric vehicles, renewable energy, and battery manufacturing. #poaupdates #powerofafrica

#poaupdates Chinwe Egwim has been announced as one of the twelve Africans selected to join the Forum of Young Global Leaders (YGL), under the World Economic Forum (WEF) Class of 2024. #powerofafrica #discoverafrica

#poaupdates President Museveni has asked investors to add value to minerals before exporting them. He made the remarks on Friday while launching the first tin refinery plant in Uganda. The Wood Cross Tin Smelting Company Limited is located in Kirehe Cell, Ruti Ward, Mbarara City.

#poaupdates Ethiopia is set to become the 9th member state of East Africa Community (EAC), just a few months after Somali’s admission to the bloc. This was disclosed by Peninah Malonza, the Cabinet Secretary for Ministry of EAC, Arid and Semi-arid Lands and Regional Development

#poaupdates Members of Parliament have tasked the government with mooting a proposal that will enable Uganda to partner with the Premier League to advertise massively attractive tourism destinations in the country. #powerofafrica #discoverafrica

#poaupdates Officer Cadet Owowoh Princess Oluchukwu, became the first-ever Nigerian female officer to graduate from the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS). 24-year-old Princess was one of the 135 Officer Cadets to graduate during RMAS’ Sovereign’s Parade today.

#poaupdates China has invited Uganda’s energy minister to Beijing to discuss the East African country’s $5 billion crude oil pipeline. #powerofafrica #africa

#poafacts BOLT has been awarded as the ‘best ride-hailing platform, East Africa 2024’ by Global Brands Magazine for providing innovative and seamless transport solutions in the region. #poaupdates #powerofafrica

#poaupdates Ethiopian securities exchange raises targeted $11m capital. The recently established Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) has realised its initial capital raise target of $11.07 million (Ksh1.45 billion) needed to fund the start of operations. #powerofafrica

#poaupdates The World Bank has loaned Ethiopia $1.72bn to enhance electricity, water supply and food transportation. #powerofafrica #discoverafrica #africa

Senegal’s newly elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has stated that he would conduct a thorough audit of Senegal’s oil , gas and mining sectors. #powerofafrica #poaupdates

#poaupdates Uganda, in a bid to add domestic value to its minerals, is set to establish its first-ever tin refining plant in May 2024. The plant, which is owned by Woodcross Resources would be situated in the southwestern region of the East African country. #powerofafrica

#poaupdates Scientists in the Sahel are finding quality groundwater sources — thanks to a nuclear technique and a decade of support and training from the IAEA. #poascience #powerofafrica