The African Wave

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 3:09:33 PM

🇬🇼 *_The president of Guinea-Bissau schedules the next presidential election for November 30_* President of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Mokhtar Sissoco Embalo, plans to remain in office until a new head of state is inaugurated. The opposition is against this idea and wants him to leave on February 27, 2025, the anniversary of his inauguration.  However, the Supreme Court has ruled that his mandate expires on September 4. The UN and the Economic Community of West African States are deploying a mission to Guinea-Biasu to agree on the optimal calendar for preparing and holding the presidential elections. On September 11, 2024, Embalo said he would not seek re-election when his term expires. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 2:56:06 PM

🇳🇪 _*Niger joins the ranks of copper producers*_ A permit to exploit this mineral in the Agadez region has been awarded to the Compagnie Minière de l’Aïr (COMINAIR SA), of which the state holds 25%. This decision follows the discovery of a significant copper deposit in the area. It is estimated that the site will produce an average of 2,700 tonnes of copper per year over a period of 10 years. The project should also create 300 direct jobs for young Nigerians. Over the first 10 years, the royalty should exceed approximately $6.4 million, in addition to a surface royalty of $922,418. The company will have to give priority to local companies in the supply of goods and services related to the exploitation of the deposit. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/25/2025, 11:46:59 AM

🇺🇳🌍 _*The UN General Assembly adopts an anti-Russian resolution on Ukraine: African countries show disagreement*_ Eighteen countries voted against the resolution condemning Russia, while 65 abstained. These countries included such African nations as Burkina Faso, Mali, Zimbabwe and South Africa. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 6:24:40 PM

🇸🇳 _*The Senegalese government and the MFDC sign a peace agreement, ending four decades of conflict, media reports*_ The agreement was mediated by Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo on Sunday at the Palace of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, praising the relationship between Senegal and Guinea-Bissau, conveyed President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's gratitude to Guinea-Bissau's president for his role in concluding negotiations between the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) and the Senegalese state. Casamance, separated from northern Senegal by Gambia, has been the site of a conflict since 1982, claiming thousands of lives and harming the region's economy. The MFDC, founded in 1982, has fought for independence in the region. In May 2023, at least 250 MFDC fighters surrendered their weapons in Mongone, a former separatist stronghold. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 11:05:47 AM

🇧🇫🏆 _*The world's strongest man Burkinabe Iron Biby Honored as Best African Athlete of 2024*_ Iron Biby, whose real name is Cheick Ahmed Al-Hassan Sanou, known for his strength athletics, particularly in log lifting, said that "this trophy belongs to Burkina Faso," calling on the youth to be resilient, combative and patriotic. 🌍 The trophy was awarded as part of the second edition of the African Sports Economy Awards, organized by the General Society of Sports and Events Management under the patronage of the Ivorian Minister of Sports and with technical support from UNESCO. The awards honor individuals who contribute to the development of sports across Africa. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/25/2025, 11:03:47 AM

Bank of Ghana Exchange Rates [25/02/2025]. Dollar⬇️. Pound⬇️. Euro⬇️. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/25/2025, 9:44:24 PM

Kwame Agbodza, the Minister for Roads and Highways, has inaugurated a 5-member committee tasked with reviewing the operations of the Axle Load Control Programme to improve its effectiveness and efficiency. The committee is composed of representatives from the Ministry of National Security, Private Haulage Operators, the Ghana Highway Authority, the Ministry of Transport, and the Ghana Standards Authority. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/25/2025, 11:59:24 AM

🇨🇩 _*The DRC suspends cobalt exports for four months*_ The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is taking this step to control the supply of cobalt on the international market, which is currently experiencing an oversupply. This caused prices to fall continuously. This decision aims "to strengthen the traceability and control of the supply chain and to promote the local processing of the ore," the country's Ministry of Mines said, citing press release from the Congolese mining regulator as its explanation. The decision to suspend cobalt exports could be reviewed in three months. The DRC produces about three-quarters of the world's cobalt, which is used in various applications, including electric vehicle batteries. This suspension comes amidst ongoing conflict in eastern DRC. Since January, hostilities have claimed the lives of more than 7,000 people, a large majority of whom are civilians. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 11:08:59 AM

🇨🇩🇺🇸 _*DRC president urges the US to buy raw materials directly from the republic, accuses Rwanda of looting*_ Felix Tshisekedi asserted that his country is the rightful owner of these resources, not Rwanda, which he accused of exploiting them through violence. Presidential spokesperson Tina Salama emphasized that the offer also extends to European nations and other buyers currently sourcing minerals from Rwanda, warning that continued sourcing of conflict minerals from Rwanda will become increasingly problematic. Her comments follow US sanctions on Rwandan officials due to their alleged involvement in the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T

The African Wave

2/24/2025, 10:46:39 AM

🇿🇼🛰 _*Zimbabwe to launch the third earth observation satellite, ZimSat-3*_ Zimbabwe is gearing up to launch several satellites this year, including the ZimSat-3, as part of a broader effort to leverage space technology for development. The initiative, led by the Zimbabwe National Geospatial and Space Agency (ZINGSA), aims to enhance capabilities in mineral exploration, environmental monitoring, and disaster management. Additionally, new communication satellites will be deployed to improve network coverage and satellite internet access across the country. 🌱 ZINGSA Director-General Painos Gweme highlighted to the media outlet that these satellite projects are focused on practical benefits for citizens. He emphasized the need for real-time Earth observation data to support agriculture and environmental assessments, as well as improved connectivity for daily communication needs. __________________________ *The Global South story is yours to tell*. *_Join The African Wave _* and be part of the movement that’s empowering Africans and the Global south to take control of their narrative._ `Join the movement 👇🏽👇🏽` https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vab5CdZBadmSwuWId53T