Discove Hassoum Ceesay’s book on the Hajj experiences of Gambian Muslims, detailing colonial-era challenges, the impact of Gambia Airways post-1965, and personal stories, with illustrations and historical documents, available at Timbooktoo.
The African Space Agency (AfSA), launched in Egypt, unifies 55 African nations to boost the continent’s space sector with a $426 million budget, partnering with ESA, UAE, and Roscosmos to tackle food security and digital divides, as reported by SpaceNews.
Discover why Mars is red: Brown University’s research in Nature Communications reveals iron oxide (rust) formed by past liquid water, offering insights into Mars’ history, as detailed in the study led by Adomas Valantinas.
The US travel ban on 12 countries, including Chad, has led to Chad suspending visas for US citizens, with the African Union warning of diplomatic fallout, as detailed in Premium Times.
The 2025 AFC State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report reveals $4 trillion in domestic savings, urging investments in energy (6.5 GW added in 2024), 7,000 km of new rail lines, and industrial sectors like steel and fertilizers to enhance Africa’s competitiveness and reduce import reliance.
