FAO honours 28 Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems across 14 countries

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today marked a milestone celebrating 28 sites across 14 countries that have been designated as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) over the past two years. The...

São Tomé and Príncipe rolls out blockchain-based citizenship program

Homepage > News > Business > São Tomé and Príncipe rolls out blockchain-based citizenship program São Tomé and Principe has launched a citizenship-by-investment (CBI) program in partnership with United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based technology firm...

São Tomé And Principe Appoints Nigerian Energy Guru Harry Ebohon As Special Advisor On Trade And Investment

The Prime Minister and Head of Government of São Tomé and Principe, Américo Ramos, has appointed Nigerian entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Propetrol Limited, Mr Harry E. Ebohon, as Special Advisor on trade and investment. The...

São Tomé and Príncipe advances tourism policy with high-level dialogue on economic diversification

São Tomé and Príncipe will hold a High-Level Policy Dialogue on 30 October to strengthen evidence-based tourism policy as part of its economic diversification strategy, supported by the UN Economic Commission for Africa. São Tomé and Príncipe will...

What the Madagascar Coup Means for Africa, Mining, and Competition in the Indian Ocean: Africa File Special Edition

To receive the weekly Africa File or triweekly Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and Bluesky. Key Takeaway: The Malagasy military took power in Madagascar in response to weeks of massive...

The best quality chocolate

The cocoa content of Club and Penguin bars is now so “debased” that Britain’s much-loved lunchbox biscuits can no longer legally be marketed as chocolate, said Tony Turnbull in The Times. Their downgrading to “chocolate flavour” highlights how...

Ranked: Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025

Ranked: 35 Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key...

Timing, Targeting, & Technology: Your New Collections Playbook

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For sale, citizenship to Botswana, starting at just $75,000

In a bold move to attract investors, Botswana is rolling out one of the world’s most affordable citizenship-by-investment programmes, positioning its passport as a resource for economic empowerment. It marks an ambitious strategy to help protect...

$124 Trillion And Counting... These Are The World's Largest Economies

The 2026 world economy has a cautious outlook, according to the October report put out by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The organization says that global growth is slowing amid fragmentation and rising protectionism. Significant downside...

List of 10 African countries with lowest IMF debt in 2025

Several African countries, including Kenya, rely on the International Monetary Fund for loans amid high budget deficits However, some nations are less reliant on the Bretton Woods institution, since its loans come with conditions Among the nations...

Integrating DNA Sequencing and AI for AAV Genome Integrity

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Closing the Gap: Managing Journal Entry Risk in the Record-to-Report Process

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Portugal reaches 30% of marine protected area

"It is extremely beneficial for the environment, for nature, for biodiversity, but also for the sustainability of fishing, because these are true fish nurseries," emphasised the Minister of Environment and Energy, Maria da Graça Carvalho, in...

Every Breath Counts

Every breath matters. For a newborn struggling for air, an expectant mother requiring surgery, or a patient battling respiratory illness, access to medical oxygen can mean the difference between life and death. Yet in many hospitals, life-saving...

Best of Africa Awards delivers a very special night

THE Best of Africa Awards 2025 delivered an unforgettable celebration of excellence, innovation, and unity on October 26, honouring remarkable leaders who are shaping the future of African influence across sport, business, philanthropy,...

TAP IS EUROPE’S BEST AIRLINE TO AFRICA AND SOUTH AMERICA

TAP Air Portugal received two awards in Sardinia, Italy, at the World Travel Awards 2025 (WTA 25) ceremony, as Best European Airline to Africa and Best European Airline to South America. Sofia Lufinha, TAP’s Chief Customer Officer, who received...

IRCC raises cap for study to PR pathway  

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept close to 700 more applications through its Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) study to permanent residence (PR) pathway. This increase brings the total number of...

Designing a Resilient and Data-Driven FinCrime Function in the Age of AI

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The lesser-known tropical island that’s perfect for a winter getaway

The aroma of freshly baked bread holds a universal allure, transcending geographical boundaries. Seeking shelter from an equatorial downpour, I found myself in a quaint bakery in a Principe fishing village, captivated by the sight of flames...