Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1576, While exploring the North Atlantic Ocean in an attempt to find the Northwest Passage, Martin Frobisher sights Greenland, mistaking it for the hypothesized (but non-existent) island of "Frisland". In 1882, The British Mediterranean Fleet begins the Bombardment of Alexandria in Egypt as part of the Anglo-Egyptian War. In 1928, Bobo Olson, American boxer (died 2002) was born. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1941, The Northern Rhodesian Labour Party holds its first congress in Nkana. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 2002, Amad, Ivorian footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Africa’s trade shield
Introduction The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has become the cornerstone of Africa’s economic integration agenda. Since trading officially commenced on January 1, 2021, the Agreement has sought to transform Africa from a collection of fragmented national markets into a single integrated marketplace capable of stimulating industrialisation, investment and sustainable economic growth. The AfCFTA The post Africa’s trade shield appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
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Independent Online
· Jul 3, 2026
Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty
Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty
Voice of Nigeria
· Jul 8, 2026
Customs, Afreximbank Partner to Advance Intra-African Trade
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration on trade facilitation, enhancing customs cooperation and accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The move is part of the efforts to advance intra-African trade and deepen regional economic integration. The renewed [] The post Customs, Afreximbank Partner to Advance Intra-African Trade appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Eye Radio
· Jun 23, 2026
S. Sudan businesses urged to prepare for continental market opportunities
South Sudanese businesses have been urged to prepare for the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) or risk missing opportunities in a continental market valued at more than 3.4 trillion. The appeal was made during a three-day sensitization workshop in Juba organized by the East African Business Council (EABC), the South Sudan [] The post S. Sudan businesses urged to prepare for continental market opportunities appeared first on Eye Radio.
Vanguard News
· Jul 5, 2026
Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost cross-border trade
By Godwin Oritse ABUJA — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation aimed at promoting seamless cross-border trade and accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The renewed commitment was highlighted during a working visit by the President and Chairman [] The post Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost cross-border trade appeared first on Vanguard News.
BizNews
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The BizNews Edge: African Bank's Billion-Rand Acquisition Trap
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