African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) NJ Ayuk Recognized as One of New African’s Most Influential Africans of 2025
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, December 19, 2025/ — The African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) Executive Chairman, NJ Ayuk, has been named among The Most Influential Africans of 2025 by New African, the pan-African magazine published by IC Publications. The recognition places Ayuk among a distinguished cohort of leaders, innovators and change-makers whose work continues to shape Africa’s political, economic
African Development Bank Group and Nedbank Group sign multi-billion-rand funding partnership to transform housing access and boost African trade
PRETORIA, South Africa, December 19, 2025/ — The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Nedbank Group have signed a landmark deal to boost access to affordable housing in South Africa and strengthen trade across the continent. The financing package comprises two components: a ZAR 2.5 billion social bond investment in Nedbank Group Limited and a
CORRECTION: Enlit Africa releases 2026 programme
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, December 19, 2025/ — Enlit Africa (http://apo-opa.co/4s4ExXV) has released its 2026 programme, outlining a three-day agenda focused on policy, planning, technical implementation and investment across Africa’s power, energy and water sectors. Taking place from 19–21 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Enlit Africa 2026 brings together 280+ expert speakers across nine specialised tracks, supported by CPD-accredited
Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets The First Lady of Gabon and 13 African and Asian First Ladies to underscore their partnerships to strengthen healthcare capacity
LIBREVILLE, Gabon, December 18, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, strengthened its long-term partnerships to enhance healthcare capacity and scholarship programs through high-level meeting held between Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, and The First Lady of the Gabonese Republic, H.E. Madam ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, who is also the Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More
Central African Republic – Presidential Election 2025: Africa24 Group Delivers Unprecedented Coverage
BANGUI, Central African Republic, December 19, 2025/ — The Central African Republic will elect its President on Sunday, 28 December 2025, for a new term of office. This presidential election represents a historic milestone in the consolidation of peace, stability, and the establishment of renewed governance in support of inclusive development for citizens. To mark
