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The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today announced Christian Abégan, -renowned culinary expert, author and TV Host, as its new Chef Advocate for food security, nutrition and sustainable ...

In the past five years, there were more than 12 attempted coups in West and Central Africa, and nine of them were successful. Most took place in former French colonies where rulers friendly to ...

The FCFA monetary zone consists of 14 countries with a market of 160 million people and a fixed exchange rate of 1 euro = 655 ...

A two-day workshop aimed at fostering peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders amid climate and security challenges kicked off in Dakar on Wednesday, Organised by the United Nations Office for ...

Leader in premium beverages, Diageo, has appointed Kavita Hans as General Manager for its West and Central Africa operations, including Diageo Nigeria Limited (DNL) as well as Shobhit Jindal ...

After a century of decreased sightings, reports of a long-necked water monster the size of a hippopotamus are once again ...

The presence of Russian mercenaries in Africa was once hailed as a success story, but recently the pressure on them has increased. A new report offers strategies to counter Russian influence.

As China and Russia gain ground in Africa, the U.S. policy should distance itself from its unpopular European partners.

GolfRSA has announced the teams set to represent South Africa in a series of prestigious African golf tournaments taking ...