Top 10 African Countries to Invest in 2024

AFRICA INC. – Rising economies, start-ups, and Black wealth, etc. As the sun rises on a new year, Africa’s economic landscape gleams with promise. Gone are the days of being overlooked; the continent is now a vibrant tapestry of opportunity, pulsating with resilient young populations, resource-rich lands, and burgeoning innovation. For discerning investors, this translates to a treasure trove of potential – […]

2024 List: Top 10 Airlines That Serve Africa

TRAVEL & TOURISM – Enjoy the beauty of Africa, Caribbean and other exotic Black destinations. Africa, a land of breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and boundless opportunities, beckoned travelers and investors alike. But navigating its vast expanse demands wings, and choosing the right airline becomes an essential part of the adventure. Worry not, for we’ve curated […]

The ‘Zombie’ Drug Epidemic Sweeping West Africa

AFRICA THOUGHT – News features, commentaries, analyses, interviews & Op-ed. Kush first emerged in Sierra Leone half a dozen or so years ago…The composition of the drug varies from place to place. Fentanyl and tramadol are said to be ingredients, as is formalin, a disinfectant…The drug has become commonplace across Sierra Leone, with whole neighbourhoods […]

Are Africans in China Black Ghosts? A New Book Reveals

ARTS, STYLE & ENTERTAINMENT This is YOUR lifestyle gallery – of what is new and what is happening in the U.S. And the Black World, not excluding Africa. For this section if you have any news we should know about – let us know at: [email protected] Noo Saro-Wiwa is a celebrated Nigerian-born travel writer. Her latest […]

Sierra Leone’s Famous Personalities

AFRICA THOUGHT – News features, commentaries, analyses, interviews & Op-ed. Ok, let us try an experiment. If I ask you to think about a famous person from Sierra Leone, who comes to mind? If you are local, or are familiar with our country, I am sure some names will come to your lips. In most […]

Ghana Decides 2024: What to Look Out For as Ghanaians go the Polls 

AFRICA THOUGHT – News features, commentaries, analyses, interviews & Op-ed. By Caleb Onyeabor/Exclusive to The African Times/USA Ghana, a beacon of stability in West Africa, stands at a critical juncture in her history. The December 7, 2024, presidential elections will not only determine who leads the nation for the next four years but also chart the […]

Kenya and Rwanda Move to Support a Visa-Free Africa Travel

TRAVEL & TOURISM – Enjoy the beauty of Africa, Caribbean and other exotic Black destinations. By Alan Hirsch President William Ruto of Kenya recently announced that Kenya’s borders would be open to visitors from the entirety of Africa, with no visas required, by the end of 2023. He said: When people cannot travel, business people cannot travel, […]

 Poll Has Donald Trump Ahead of President Biden Among African Americans

AFRICA THOUGHT – News features, commentaries, analyses, interviews & Op-ed. In the recent poll conducted by The African Times/USA within African American communities, an interesting trend has emerged, showcasing a substantial lead for Donald Trump over Joe Biden. The data suggests a notable preference within this demographic, with 58.4% expressing support for Trump compared to […]