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How agency banking is transforming financial access in developing countries

By Mxolisi Msutwana, Managing Director, Anglophone West Africa, Onafriq The journey toward financial inclusion begins with trust. For individuals unfamiliar with formal financial systems, having low-cost and reliable ways to deposit and withdraw money — cash-in, cash-out (CICO) services — is essential. These accessible solutions build confidence, encouraging people to […]

A manufactured victory and blatant manipulation… How did Algeria create the illusion of a victory within the African Union?

A manufactured victory and blatant manipulation… How did Algeria create the illusion of a victory within the African Union? Algeria is trying to present its victory as a landslide victory for the position of Vice-President of the African Union Commission, but the reality is quite different. The result came after […]

Morocco Remains Committed to Joint African Action in Service of Africa’s Noble Causes, Its Citizens’ Vital Interests

Morocco remains committed to joint African action at the service of Africa’s noble causes and the vital interests of its citizens. The February 2025 African Union (AU) Summit addressed several issues, including peace and security, continental integration, health security and climate change, as well as renewing the leadership of the […]

Revitalizing Chieftaincy: Dr. Kwabena Duffuor Calls for Chiefs’ Role in Governance

Dr. Kwabena Duffuor has called for the reintegration of traditional chiefs into Ghana’s governance system, arguing that their marginalization has contributed to social and economic decline, especially in rural areas. In his write up “Empowering Our Chiefs,” he makes a strong case for revitalizing the chieftaincy institution to strengthen national […]

Suhum Residents and NDC Supporters Rally for Hon. Afasi Richard Dzipha as MCE

The residents and National Democratic Congress (NDC) party faithful of the Suhum Municipal Assembly are strongly advocating for the nomination of Hon. Afasi Richard Dzipha as the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the area. They highlight his selfless leadership, integrity, commitment, and accountability as key qualities that make him an […]

African Union; Algerian petrollars diplomacy

  Algeria is once again sinking into the abyss of corruption and influence peddling on a continental scale. After its bitter and humiliating failure to obtain a seat on the Peace and Security Council of the African Union, Algerian regime, known for its obscurantist methods, urgently dispatched its President to […]