Author: Willow Blanchard

Marrakech Set to Shine: The World Cup is Coming! Africa’s Moment is Here
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Marrakech Set to Shine: The World Cup is Coming! Africa’s Moment is Here

Historic Sporting Achievement for Africa The former Cameroonian football star and current president of the Cameroon Football Federation, Samuel Eto’o, has recently emphasized the pivotal roles played by His Majesty King Mohammed VI and Fouzi Lekjaa, the president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), in securing the 2030 World Cup for Morocco, Spain, and […]

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Major Renewable Energy Boost in Egypt! New Wind Farm Set to Transform the Landscape.
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Major Renewable Energy Boost in Egypt! New Wind Farm Set to Transform the Landscape.

Unleashing Wind Power Potential The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is making waves in Egypt by facilitating a groundbreaking $275 million syndicated loan dedicated to the construction and operation of Africa’s largest wind farm. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the country’s move toward renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. The ambitious project, […]

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A New Era of Electricity: Kenya Powers Tanzania
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A New Era of Electricity: Kenya Powers Tanzania

Africa is witnessing a remarkable transformation in energy connectivity. The successful electricity transmission from Kenya to Tanzania marks a significant milestone for the Eastern Africa Power Highway project. This advancement follows the initiation of the Ethiopia-Kenya power interconnection, laying the groundwork for a fully integrated regional electricity network. The primary aim of this groundbreaking initiative […]

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Marrakech’s Desalination Ambitions: A Double-Edged Sword? The Future Is Uncertain
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Marrakech’s Desalination Ambitions: A Double-Edged Sword? The Future Is Uncertain

Controversy Surrounds Morocco’s Massive Desalination Project Morocco is gearing up to tackle its pressing drought crisis with an ambitious national strategy that includes expanding its desalination capacity from nine to twenty facilities by 2030. Among these, the Casablanca-Settat plant stands out as the most extensive in Africa, with a remarkable goal of producing 548,000 cubic […]

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Africa’s Grand Prix Comeback? The Future of Formula 1 is Here
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Africa’s Grand Prix Comeback? The Future of Formula 1 is Here

A Historic Return to the Race Track The Formula 1 calendar has long been missing an essential piece: Africa. Since 1993, the continent has not hosted an official Grand Prix, but recent developments suggest that this may soon change. Rwanda recently made waves by presenting its bid to host a Grand Prix, coinciding with the […]

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The Storm No One Saw Coming! A Devastation Like Never Before
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The Storm No One Saw Coming! A Devastation Like Never Before

Report from Moroni, Comoros The ferocious Cyclone Chido has unleashed catastrophic damage on the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, claiming several lives according to local authorities. As this powerful storm barrels towards the eastern coast of Africa, the extent of the destruction remains uncertain. The French Interior Minister revealed that initial reports […]

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Are Stolen Treasures Returning Home? A Groundbreaking Film Explores Identity
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Are Stolen Treasures Returning Home? A Groundbreaking Film Explores Identity

Exploring Exile and Cultural Identity in “Dahomey” In a stunning portrayal of exile and identity, French-Senegalese director Mati Diop delves into the poignant themes of cultural restitution in her latest documentary, “Dahomey.” This impactful film ignites a crucial conversation about the return of looted artifacts to their ancestral lands. Through a narrative that spans an […]

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Niger’s Bold Move Toward Sovereignty: A Cultural Revolution in Action
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Niger’s Bold Move Toward Sovereignty: A Cultural Revolution in Action

Reshaping Identity and Defying Colonial Legacies Since mid-2023, Niger has been under the control of the self-proclaimed National Council for the Safeguarding of the Fatherland (CNSP). This military junta took over with a strong anti-colonial stance, aiming to break free from decades of French influence that has persisted since the country’s political independence in 1960. […]

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