Saving Mothers, Saving Nations: The Fight For Maternal Health In West Africa -By Khadijah Munkaila

In the heart of West Africa, childbirth remains one of the most dangerous experiences a woman can face. Every day, hundreds of women risk their lives to bring new life into the world, often without access to proper medical care. Across countries...

Food security: NBRDA develops locally processed food products

The National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), through its Bioresources Development Centre (BIODEC) in Odi, Bayelsa State, has developed three new food products to enhance food security and improve livelihoods through...

Africa’s Food Markets Expand Despite Heavy Import Dependence

Africa’s rice and sugar markets are expanding rapidly, but the continent’s persistent reliance on imports raises urgent questions about food security and economic vulnerability, according to the latest Afreximbank Commodity Bulletin. The report...

FROM CONFLICT TO COOPERATION: AFRICA’S WATER CAN BE A BRIDGE TO PEACE, SAYS AKUFO-ADDO

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered a powerful and urgent message to global leaders on Monday, October 27, 2025, declaring that water insecurity is no longer a silent challenge but a “clear and present danger” threatening the...

CJID moves to counter disinformation as Côte d’Ivoire votes today

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has deployed a specialised team of fact-checkers, researchers, and data analysts to Côte d’Ivoire as the country holds its presidential election today, October 25. The move, according to...

FirstBank Redeems $350m Eurobond, Demonstrates Strong Liability Management

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) has successfully redeemed its $350 million Eurobond upon maturity, demonstrating effective assets and liability management. The Eurobond was issued as Senior Notes in October 2020 at 8.625 per cent with...

FirstBank’s 9th Annual CR&S Week: Empowering Communities, Promoting Sustainability and Kindness

FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced the commencement of its 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Week, holding from October 27- November 1, 2025. Now in...

Resourcing Tomorrow Government Roundtable to Lead Global Dialogue on Mining and Critical Minerals Policy

Breadcrumb Trail Links Newsfile Article content London, United Kingdom–(Newsfile Corp. – October 28, 2025) – The Resourcing Tomorrow Government Roundtable is once again setting the benchmark for dialogue between governments and the mining sector....

CJID deploys election information monitoring team to Côte d’Ivoire ahead of 2025 poll

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has deployed a team of researchers, journalists, and fact-checkers to Côte d’Ivoire ahead of the 2025 Presidential Election. Executive Director, Akintunde Babatunde, says the move aims to...

NGO Forum: Environmental justice and Indigenous Peoples' rights go hand in hand

Panellists included speakers from Touch to Heal Initiative, the Association des jeunes dynamiques pour le développement durable, and Asaasiam Vision International, with moderation from the Legal Aid Commission of Ghana. The discussion centred...

Pra River Basin experiencing extreme weather conditions 

By Stephen Asante Accra, Oct. 23, GNA – Water research scientists say a study of the Pra River Basin has shown marked increases in extreme rainfall indices in recent decades, particularly between 2011 and 2020. The Basin was also experiencing...

The Turkish glees, language barrier

ISTANBUL: Istanbul, the enchanting city that straddles Europe and Asia, is a treasure trove of exquisiteness, history and culture. Its stunning architectural splendour, vibrant markets and breath-taking natural scenery make it a destination like...

Cardinal Robert Sarah Accuses Europe of Leading the Ideological Persecution of Christianity: “Enshrining Abortion in the Constitution Is a Direct Affront to God and a Betrayal of Our Christian Roots”

Guinean Cardinal Robert Sarah issued a stark warning about Europe’s moral and spiritual decline. “Enshrining abortion in the Constitution is a direct affront to God,” he stated, emphasizing that the ideological persecution of faith in the West is...

Ghana’s 2025 Fisheries Reforms: Community efforts bring Volta’s fish back 

A GNA Feature by Ewoenam Kpodo Ho, Oct 27, GNA – When the fishing canoes of Adina and neighboring coastal communities began returning to shore in August, the scene resembled a festival. Nets came in heavy with anchovies, small cod and other small...

Safe To Speak Up: Philippa Lewis on leadership, investment, and the discipline of listening

Philippa Lewis joins Safe To Speak Up to share the insights she’s picked up from decades spent chairing global enterprises, raising capital, and guiding start-ups. For leadership coach and keynote speaker Anton Guinea, creating spaces where people...

Will building nuclear power plants empower Africa or entrench foreign reliance?

- Supporters argue nuclear power could provide stable, low-carbon electricity - Critics warn of use of old technology, safety concerns, growing dependence on foreign partners ANKARA Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed last month announced plans...

Firstbank Sparks Global Kindness With 2025 Corporate Responsibility And Sus

Lagos, 26 October 2025 - FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce the commencement of its 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Week, scheduled to hold...

The role of courts in investment treaty arbitration

There is a constantly evolving debate about the role that courts play, or should play, with regard to arbitration. Minimal curial intervention is the usual guiding philosophy. Thus, for example, in his much-publicised opening address at the 2012...

Nigeria’s New Military Titans: Meet Tinubu’s Battle-Tested Service Chiefs Driving the 2025 Security Overhaul

Follow In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s defence architecture amid mounting security challenges, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled the curriculum vitae of the newly appointed Service Chiefs, signaling a comprehensive military...

Aluminium Price 2025: Base Metals Market Splits as Zinc Tightens and Lead Falters

The aluminium price 2025 story defines the tone of today’s base-metals market — a landscape where aluminium is rallying to multi-year highs, zinc is caught in a supply squeeze, and lead drifts into surplus. As of October 24 2025, LME aluminium...