(Posted 24th July 2025)
CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS
Dubai Health and GE HealthCare to enhance Point-of-Care Ultrasound education
Bio Spectrum
Dubai Health and GE HealthCare, a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on enhancing Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) practices and co-developing innovative artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to support clinical decision-making, ultimately enhancing patient care and outcomes across the UAE and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.The collaboration combines Dubai Health’s academic and innovation expertise with GE HealthCare’s advanced technological capabilities to enhance medical education, strengthen clinical decision-making, and improve health outcomes throughout the UAE and the broader MENA region….Read more>>
U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONS
Secretary Rubio’s Call with
The U.S Department of State
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today. The Secretary and Prime Minister discussed their shared goals for stability and economic growth in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa. The Secretary underscored the need for dialogue and
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation strengthens US-Africa critical mineral ties
The Sierra Leone Telegraph
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) approved two new investments for critical minerals projects in sub-Saharan Africa this month. The funding aims to accelerate economic development across the region while reinforcing US supply chains for minerals essential to the country’s defense, energy, security and advanced technology sectors.The investments will also drive infrastructure expansion, boost employment and increase export revenues for the African markets….Read more>>
Eastern Africa Regional Coordinating Centre Sets the Tone for Strengthened Regional Health Security
Africa CDC
Efforts to strategically leverage health diplomacy to foster cooperation, strengthen partnerships, and promote stability across nations gained momentum when Africa CDC’s Eastern Africa Regional Coordinating Centre (Eastern Africa RCC) formally presented its credentials to the Government of Kenya, establishing its official presence and authority in the country.Dr. Mazyanga Lucy Mazaba, Regional Director of the Eastern Africa RCC, presented her letter of credentials to H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, during an official meeting in July….Read more>>
Infinity Health, IntraHub partner to automate compliance for Africa’s pharma industry
Techcable
Infinity Health Africa, a Nigerian regulatory technology and market access company, has partnered with IntraHub Africa, a pharmacovigilance service provider, to automate regulatory compliance and quality assurance in the continent’s fast-growing pharmaceutical sector.At the heart of the offering is Infinity’s proprietary platform ONBOARD, which manages product registration, licencing, and post-marketing surveillance. IntraHub’s IntraVigi™ platform enables drugmakers and health providers to track adverse drug reactions (ADRs)…Read more>>
INFRASTRUCTURE
New developer for 300-unit Masaka Housing Project
New Times
A new developer has taken over Masaka Housing Project, which is expected to deliver hundreds of homes,The New Times has learnt.Located near the budding Kigali Medical City in the Masaka area in Kicukiro District, the project is expected to deliver more than 300 housing units, according to Jonathan Shafer, Managing Director of Fortis Green Housing, the new developer.The subsidiary of Fortis Green Holdings replaced Remote Group, the initial developer. The Masaka Housing Project will be implemented in phases, with 88 rental apartments expected in the first phase, 87 more in the second phase and 127 at the end of the third phase.Financed through private equity and debt financing from Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD), the project is set to be completed by 2027….Read more>>
Digital Access, Infrastructure for Hybrid Education System
All Africa
The present days’ attempt to modernize education beyond exams by inserting digital platform into daily teaching practices–is key to creating meaningful and lasting change. This could make a real difference in teaching and learning atmosphere. Modern teaching methods (e.g., project-based learning, AI tutors) foster deeper understanding and real-world skills.But in Ethiopia, these days many teachers consider leaving the profession due to living cost challenge, less payment in the field, especially in government schools….Read more>>
ENERGY
AfDB, SEFA provide $40m investment in Zafiri to accelerate renewable energy in Africa
APA News
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $40 million equity investment in Project Zafiri, a transformative equity platform and flagship initiative under Mission 300 This investment will accelerate the expansion of renewable energy access across Africa.Zafiri – jointly developed by the Bank, World Bank Group and other partners – aims to address the critical shortage of patient, longer-term equity capital needed to de-risk and scale Decentralized Renewable Energy solutions (DRE) for underserved communities across the continent….Read more>>
Nigeria: Solar energy powering healthcare from North to South
Esi Africa
In a drive to improve public health services and reduce reliance on Nigeria’s national grid, the Abia State Government has commissioned a 150kVA solar power system and 430kWh battery storage facility at the Abia State Specialist and Diagnostic Centre in Umuahia.The solar-powered infrastructure is expected to support uninterrupted health service delivery, with plans underway to replicate the initiative across other medical centres in the southeastern state. The State’s Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Ikechukwu Monday, revealed to local and state media that 10 similar facilities are in the pipeline….Read more>>
AGRIBUSINESS
Opportunity International Agriculture Finance Programming Celebrates $500 Million Invested in Smallholder Agriculture in Sub Saharan Africa
Farmers Review Africa
Opportunity International, a global leader dedicated to mobilizing capital for those living in extreme poverty and advancing economic and community development, has achieved a significant milestone: $500 million invested in smallholder farming solutions through its Agriculture Finance program.Supporting over one million smallholder farming households throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, Opportunity International collaborates with 26 financial service providers across multiple countries. Together, they deliver financial services, agricultural and business training, community support…Read more>>
ICT
Côte d’Ivoire’s Digital Sovereignty Takes Shape with New Data Center
Africa Tech News
Construction on Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious “Digital City” project officially began in May, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s drive to expand connectivity, modernize government services, and accelerate its digital transformation. Cybastion, a key partner in the initiative, announced the commencement of the project.The Digital City is envisioned as an innovative digital hub, with a sovereign data center at its core. This central facility is set to create a dynamic digital ecosystem that will support the development of smarter, faster, and more inclusive e-government services. Beyond public services, the hub will also foster innovation centers aimed at boosting entrepreneurship, driving job creation, and contributing significantly to the local economy. A crucial component of the project is also the equipping of young people with essential tech skills, thereby building a skilled digital workforce for the future….Read more>>
Samsung Opens Third Call For Black-Owned ICT And Service Centre Businesses In South Africa
Africa News Agency
In a significant boost for South Africa’s small business landscape, Samsung, in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), has opened the third call for eligible black-owned ICT and Service Centre small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) to participate in this year’s Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP) for Enterprise Development (ED). This initiative represents a continued investment of R280 million to empower local businesses and promote socio-economic development….Read more>>
FINANCE
New African trade finance fund aims to boost SME lending
Global Trade news
Nigerian investment manager ARM is set to launch a trade finance fund that seeks to expand trade finance lending to African SMEs by providing loans to the continent’s banks. ARM African Trade Finance Fund (AATFF) is being led by chief executive George Wilson, who was head of institutional trade finance at Investec until earlier this year. The impact fund, which will be registered in Mauritius, will start with around US$100mn in capital from an undisclosed development bank that will also be a co-sponsor. ARM is footing the fund’s set up costs. AATFF’s initial strategy is to provide revolving credit facilities to banks and non-bank providers across Africa, which will use the proceeds to expand their trade financing offering to SMEs. …Read more>>
