Lesser-known gems to add to your bucket list

Nigeria and Libya, after a tense encounter during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, meet again in the AfroBasket 2025 qualification, with D'Tigers facing Libya in Group B. The Nigerian basketball team is in Tripoli for the tournament, playing against Libya today, Uganda tomorrow, and Cape Verde on Sunday. Libya's Ministry of Sports is hosting the qualifiers in Tripoli from February 21 to 23, showcasing its organizational success and support for Arab and African sports....

Service and technology providers are crucial in Africa's oil and gas industry, enhancing efficiency, promoting innovation, and supporting sustainability. The inaugural Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) in Brazzaville from March 24-26, 2025, will feature companies like NOV and Accenture showcasing strategies to advance exploration, increase production capacity, and drive industry transformation through cutting-edge technologies and workforce development. These companies will play a key role in Congo's energy ambitions, including increasing oil production and introducing a Gas...

The African Union has deployed its 12th cohort of Youth Volunteers, comprising 45 Young Professionals from 23 countries, to serve in various AU Commission Departments and government offices for 12 months. The African Union Youth Volunteers Corps aims to empower young Africans by providing professional experience, international exposure, and leadership skills to contribute to a prosperous and peaceful Africa, aligning with the 1 Million Next Level Initiative's priority areas. With a focus on youth development...

Travel enthusiasts seeking to rejuvenate their mind, body, and soul often opt for wellness getaways to disconnect from everyday life. Destinations such as Montusi Mountain Lodge, Sala Beach House, FARMHOUSE 58, Hornbill Lodge, and Wolfkop Cottages offer tranquil settings, luxurious accommodations, and rejuvenating activities like spa treatments, yoga, and guided walks. These escapes provide a perfect opportunity to unwind, relax, and restore well-being in beautiful natural surroundings. Full Article

In 2020, Africa lost an estimated $89 billion annually to illicit financial flows (IFFs), amounting to 3.7% of the continent's GDP and surpassing total foreign aid. These outflows, originating from tax evasion, corruption, and trade mis-invoicing, deprive nations of vital investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, deepening inequality and weakening social contracts. Despite efforts to address corruption and IFFs, including ratification of international conventions and establishment of anti-corruption agencies, more robust measures are needed to...

The African Reporter is providing guidance on career choices, highlighting the veterinarian profession this week. Dr. Garith Newby, a Springs resident vet, emphasizes the challenges and rewards of the profession, encouraging those interested to actively apply themselves. Vets work in various settings such as private practice, state services, research, academia, and public health, with opportunities in different specialties like zoonotic diseases control, commerce, and consultancy. Full Article