Africa’s carbon credit market is experiencing a significant surge in investor interest, thanks to a surge in fresh investment from the Gulf. But more regulation, stricter auditing and greater transparency is required, according to industry insiders. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa is a prime target for new multimillion-dollar …

They may be small in stature but they’re gigantic in performance and spirit and they’re having a massive impact, both worldwide and in Africa, where they are changing the lives of young women. Four former female running greats from Africa are ploughing back what they gained from the sport and …

A surge in construction activity in Africa is drawing a new breed of investors eyeing mass timber – and the carbon-trapping forests needed to support it – as a sustainable building alternative to traditional concrete and steel. Wooden buildings like the engineered timber construction planned for the world’s tallest wood …

CAIRO | Xinhua |  Despite the multiple economic challenges it faced in 2023, Egypt continued to play an active peacemaking role in maintaining security and stability in the Middle East. Surrounded by crises and conflicts in its neighboring countries and regions, including Libya, Sudan and the Gaza Strip, Egypt acted …

WASHINGTON | Xinhua | Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng has called on the two sides to draw inspirations and wisdom from their Ping-Pong Diplomacy over five decades ago. In a speech at a recent event held by the Chinese Embassy in the United States to commemorate the 52nd …

COMMENT | DR MARTIN LUKINDU | The World Health Organization’s World Malaria Report 2023, released this month, paints a concerning picture of the global state of malaria in 2022. Despite continued efforts, malaria remains a significant public health challenge, with both malaria incidence and mortality higher now than they were …

Africa is blessed with an abundance of cultural and natural sites, with many recognised by UNESCO. These sites often represent major tourism opportunities. Here, bird story agency lists the top ten African countries with the highest number of protected World Heritage Sites. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY  |  A UNESCO …

Madagascar, known to many through the celluloid fantasies of Hollywood, finds an authentic voice in Marie Kolo SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Our national anthem is not, I like to move it,” declared Marie Kolo, her words echoing a deep-seated desire to uplift the true image of her country, …

COMMENT | Samson Tinka |  On 13th December, a passenger who had booked a ticked on Uganda airlines to Dubai missed a flight because he came late. This would be ok because we miss flights for one reason or another. However, he and colleagues filmed a short video and later shared …

  Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  The Madi and West Nile Anglican Diocese Bishop Charles Collins Andaku has urged Christians to desist from uncalled ‘dressing competitions’ as they celebrate Christmas. He noted that many Christians have abandoned the true meaning of Christmas, as a celebration of the Birth of …