World News

India's astrotourism boom draws urban stargazers beyond city limits

2026-01-18T20:40:02+00:00

On a cold winter night, around 200km (125 miles) from the Indian capital Delhi, dozens of people huddle around telescopes, waiting for darkness to settle over the landscape.

CTO to convene Caribbean Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda

2026-01-16T23:40:50+00:00

The CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) will host the 2026 CTO Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda, bringing together senior leaders from the public and private sectors to chart the future of airlift and tourism development across the Caribbean.

Guyana’s Local Content Act: What’s Next in 2026

2026-01-16T09:54:35+00:00

Guyana is entering a new stage of local content development as its oil and gas economy expands rapidly.

5th Canada-Africa Business Conference to welcome leaders to Namibia

2026-01-15T09:28:58+00:00

The 5th Canada-Africa Business Conference will bring together senior executives, investors, policymakers, and institutional partners from Namibia, Canada, and across the African continent, with a strong focus on mining, energy, infrastructure, and sustainable economic development.

Jamaica projects gradual recovery following Hurricane Melissa impact

2026-01-15T09:25:56+00:00

In a briefing in Kingston, Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism provided a sober but hopeful update on the island’s recovery following the devastating Hurricane Melissa late last year.

Africa’s critical minerals and the future of the global energy transition

2026-01-14T11:15:44+00:00

As the world accelerates its shift from fossil fuels to clean energy technologies, Africa is emerging as a central player in supplying the minerals that underpin this transformation.

High seas, high stakes: 2026 FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit ignites tourism momentum

2026-01-13T15:15:23+00:00

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) 2026 PAMAC Cruise Summit concluded last week with strong engagement and a renewed sense of purpose for the future of Caribbean cruise tourism.

CTO to host Caribbean Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda

2026-01-13T15:12:21+00:00

The CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) will host the 2026 CTO Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, convening senior public and private sector stakeholders to address the future of Caribbean air connectivity.

Dr. Rasha Kelej discussed with Mozambique First Lady their joint programs to build healthcare and media capacity and Support Girl Education

2026-01-13T15:09:05+00:00

Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej met H.E. Dr. Gueta Selemane Chapo, First Lady of Mozambique and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025.

BE OPEN Regional Art steps into year four to support emerging artists of Northeastern Africa

2026-01-12T19:35:25+00:00

BE OPEN Art, an online gallery set up by Elena Baturina's humanitarian think-tank BE OPEN, continues to run BE OPEN Regional Art for the fourth year in 2026.

African Power Pools: How regional integration can strengthen Energy Security

2026-01-12T19:30:31+00:00

Regional electricity integration could be a game-changer for Africa, helping countries address persistent electricity challenges and attract investment in energy infrastructure, according to the African Energy Chamber’s ‘State of African Energy 2026 Outlook’.

XPO renews support for Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walks as its official transportation partner

2026-01-12T19:27:22+00:00

XPO, a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced that it has renewed its long-standing commitment as the official transportation partner of the Susan G. Komen 3-Day fundraising walks through March 2029.

Solar hydrogen can now be produced efficiently without the scarce metal platinum

2026-01-11T11:50:51+00:00

A research team led by Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have presented a new way to produce hydrogen gas without the scarce and expensive metal platinum.

Geopolitics and energy security: what recent moves say about Africa’s global gas role

2026-01-10T12:31:04+00:00

The Council of the European Union (EU) and the European Parliament signed a provisional agreement in early December 2025 to formally phase out Russian gas imports.

U.S. film stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors to gain Guinea citizens following DNA testing

2026-01-10T12:15:29+00:00

Husband and wife movie stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have travelled to Guinea, where the US couple are due to be granted citizenship after tracing their ancestry to the West African nation through DNA testing.

Air Europa to introduce South Africa service

2026-01-09T18:01:13+00:00

Air Europa will launch scheduled flights between Madrid and Johannesburg this year.