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AFC Pledges $100 Million to African Tech Funds
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced a $100 million commitment to support technology fund managers focused on African startups, aiming to strengthen local institutional involvement in the continent’s growing venture capital ecosystem. The investment comes at a pivotal moment for Africa’s digital economy, which is projected to contribute over $700 billion to the continent’s GDP
Bala Mohammed Pledges Loyalty to PDP
AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi State, has dismissed rumours that he plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House on Friday. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Mohammed said his visit had nothing to do with politics or defection...
IDPs: Yobe government pledges to domesticate Kampala Convention
The Yobe government says it is ready to domesticate the Kampala Convention, which aims to protect and assist displaced persons in the country. Information commissioner Abdullahi Bego stated this when development partners, led by Mohammed Jalo, the director of Rescue, State Emergency Management Agency, paid him a courtesy visit in Damaturu on Friday...
Abia: Otti pledges sustained development in infrastructure, power, health, others
Governor Alex Otti has reiterated his administration’s commitment to sustain development across key sectors, including roads, health, education, transport, power and security. Mr Otti said this on Tuesday night during a monthly media parley with newsmen, at the Government House, Umuahia. He thanked residents for their cooperation during ongoing infrastructure works across Abia. The governor
Soun Pledges Support for Youth Sports Development As Oba Ghandi Golf Tournament Kicks Off
The Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, has reiterated his commitment to the development of sports in Ogbomosoland, describing sports as a vital tool for youth engagement, unity and community development. The monarch made this known while speaking at the Oba Ghandi Golf Tournament and the finals of various
Mayor pledges to end youth homelessness in Ottawa by 2030
Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe held a press conference at the Ottawa City Hall to discuss actions that the City of Ottawa will take to battle homelessness. Photo by Jean Levac /Postmedia Article content Mayor Mark Sutcliffe has pledged to end youth homelessness in Ottawa by 2030 through a series of investments in prevention and diversion
Nigeria Pledges Support as BRICS Drives Security, AI Governance Agenda
BRICS Your browser does not support the video tag. By Umar Farouk Bala Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism and inclusive global governance, pledging support for key BRICS priorities in peace and security, artificial intelligence governance, and health cooperation. Speaking at the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama
JAMB pledges financial reward for proof of candidate posted outside chosen exam town
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) said anyone with proof that any 2025 UTME candidate was assigned exam centre other than their chosen centres should come forward for a handsome reward. This was contained in a statement signed by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr Fabian Benjamin on Saturday. “It
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A Citrus Grove Standoff: Why FL Homeowners Are Fuming Over a Golf Course
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Apalachee school shooter had written plans: ‘Take a moment or two to stay calm and really think about if I wanna do this’
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Southport killer transferred to high-security psych hospital after officials say he cannot be safely managed in prison
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Khuiusi Khisêtjê helped his people recover their land and future in the Xingu
Khuiusi Khisêtjê assumed leadership after disease and violence reduced his people to around 50 and killed many of their elders. He helped recover the Wawi Indigenous Territory, which contained ancestral villages, sacred places, and the graves of Khisêtjê relatives. He worked to preserve Khisêtjê songs, language, oral history, and cultural knowledge while preparing younger leaders