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James A. Abi

James A. Abi Journalist

@Jamesabi

James Abi is a journalist, media entrepreneur and founder of Africa Pro 24 Media, an African-focused digital newsroom committed to telling stories that matter to the continent and its people.

His journalism focuses on African politics, business, development, education, entrepreneurship, innovation and the social and economic issues shaping communities across Africa. He is particularly interested in stories that go beyond headlines to examine the people, policies and forces driving change across the continent.

Through Africa Pro 24 Media, James is building a platform that gives African journalists and voices greater space to report on Africa from African perspectives, while producing credible, accessible and impactful journalism for audiences in Africa and around the world.

He is passionate about strengthening African journalism, supporting emerging journalists and using digital media to contribute to a better-informed, development-ready Africa.

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Articles by James A. Abi

Functional Foods and Conscious Consumption: Africa's Wellness Revolution Takes Centre Stage Food & Dining

Functional Foods and Conscious Consumption: Africa's Wellness Revolution Takes Centre Stage

The Good Life Show in Cape Town, billed as Africa's biggest wellness event, showcased the growing demand for functional foods, plant-forward eating and clean beauty, reflecting a fundamental shift in how wellness is consumed across the continent.

Aug 9, 2026 101
Angola Inaugurates Julius Nyerere Hospital to Boost Specialised Healthcare and Honour Liberation Hero Healthcare

Angola Inaugurates Julius Nyerere Hospital to Boost Specialised Healthcare and Honour Liberation Hero

Angola has officially inaugurated a modern referral hospital named after Tanzania's founding father, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, in recognition of his immense contributions to Africa's liberation struggles, with the facility set to provide state-of-the-art burn treatment and reduce the need for medical evacuations abroad.

Aug 9, 2026 216
South Africa Marks 70th Anniversary of the 1956 Women's March Lifestyle

South Africa Marks 70th Anniversary of the 1956 Women's March

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Sunday deliver the keynote address at the 2026 National Women's Day commemoration at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, marking the 70th anniversary of the historic 1956 protest march by at least 20,000 women against the apartheid government's pass laws.

Aug 8, 2026 186
SAFA Appoints Pitso Mosimane as Bafana Bafana Coach for a Second Spell Football

SAFA Appoints Pitso Mosimane as Bafana Bafana Coach for a Second Spell

The South African Football Association has approved the appointment of Pitso Mosimane as the new head coach of Bafana Bafana, with the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly mentor set to replace Hugo Broos following the Belgian's departure after leading the team to a historic World Cup campaign.

Aug 8, 2026 224
Morocco Revenge South Africa to Reach WAFCON Semifinals and Book World Cup Spot Football

Morocco Revenge South Africa to Reach WAFCON Semifinals and Book World Cup Spot

Hosts Morocco secured a place in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations semifinals and qualified for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over defending champions South Africa at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat on Saturday.

Aug 8, 2026 216
Morocco vs South Africa: High-Stakes WAFCON Quarter-Final Rematch Football

Morocco vs South Africa: High-Stakes WAFCON Quarter-Final Rematch

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations will see a blockbuster quarter-final rematch on Saturday, August 8, as defending champions South Africa take on hosts Morocco in a repeat of the 2022 final. The winner not only advances to the semi-finals but also secures automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.

Aug 7, 2026 164
Parliamentary Oversight in Education: Legislatures Across Africa Strengthen Accountability and Financing for Foundational Learning Education Policy

Parliamentary Oversight in Education: Legislatures Across Africa Strengthen Accountability and Financing for Foundational Learning

Parliaments across Africa are assuming a more active role in education governance, conducting landmark inquiries into foundational learning, summoning school principals to answer for public funds, and using budget oversight to force increased investment in early-grade literacy and numeracy.

Aug 7, 2026 543
Inclusive Education Support Expands Across Africa as Governments and Partners Invest in Marginalised Learners Education Policy

Inclusive Education Support Expands Across Africa as Governments and Partners Invest in Marginalised Learners

Aug 7, 2026 168
University Scholarship Programmes Expanding Across Africa Scholarships

University Scholarship Programmes Expanding Across Africa

A new wave of university scholarship programmes is transforming higher education access across Africa, with institutional partnerships, philanthropic investment and targeted community initiatives creating new pathways for students who would otherwise be excluded from tertiary education.

Aug 7, 2026 195
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