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James A. Abi

James A. Abi Journalist

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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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Ramaphosa Sends a Warning to South Africa's Neighbours Politics

Ramaphosa Sends a Warning to South Africa's Neighbours

President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that unmanaged migration poses a growing risk to the stability of South Africa and the rest of the continent, calling for stronger cooperation between African countries to tackle the root causes driving people to leave their home countries.

Jul 28, 2026 111
Trump Says Iran War Talks Taking Place as Strikes Pause World

Trump Says Iran War Talks Taking Place as Strikes Pause

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that "very friendly negotiations" are ongoing regarding the conflict with Iran, following a third consecutive day without military exchanges between the two sides.

Jul 28, 2026 171
Johnson & Johnson Offers $5.5 Billion to Settle Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuits World

Johnson & Johnson Offers $5.5 Billion to Settle Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuits

Johnson & Johnson has offered to pay as much as $5.5 billion to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits in the US alleging that its baby powder and other products containing talcum powder cause ovarian cancer, in what would be one of the largest product liability settlements in history.

Jul 28, 2026 124
Zimbabwe Farmers Feed ARVs to Chickens in Bid to Boost Growth and Profits Crisis

Zimbabwe Farmers Feed ARVs to Chickens in Bid to Boost Growth and Profits

In a desperate drive to maximise profits, Zimbabwean chicken farmers are regularly buying antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) intended for HIV patients on the black market and mixing them into chicken feed, a practice that is unlawful and poses serious health risks to unsuspecting consumers.

Jul 28, 2026 119
MTN, Vodacom Take Icasa to Court Over Data Expiry Rules Telecommunications

MTN, Vodacom Take Icasa to Court Over Data Expiry Rules

South Africa's two largest mobile network operators, MTN and Vodacom, have launched separate legal challenges against communications regulator Icasa over new consumer protection rules that would force them to automatically roll over unused data bundles, with the regulations due to come into effect in January 2027.

Jul 28, 2026 237
2026 Women's AFCON: South Africa's Campaign Opens with Shock Defeat to Tanzania Football

2026 Women's AFCON: South Africa's Campaign Opens with Shock Defeat to Tanzania

The defending champions, Banyana Banyana, began their quest for a second consecutive Women's Africa Cup of Nations title with a 2-1 loss to a resolute Tanzania side in their Group B opener at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca on Monday evening.

Jul 28, 2026 181
United States Hits South Africa with 12.5% Tariff on Exports World

United States Hits South Africa with 12.5% Tariff on Exports

The United States has enacted a significant trade measure against South Africa, imposing a 12.5% tariff on a broad range of South African exports, effective July 24, 2026, as part of a broader action against 60 economies over forced labour import bans.

Jul 24, 2026 204
President Cyril Ramaphosa Wins Court Interdict, Halts Impeachment Inquiry Politics

President Cyril Ramaphosa Wins Court Interdict, Halts Impeachment Inquiry

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured a significant legal victory after the Western Cape High Court granted an interim interdict halting Parliament's impeachment proceedings over the Phala Phala scandal, temporarily pausing one of the country's most politically sensitive inquiries.

Jul 24, 2026 167
Tinubu Expands Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions, Approves 28,000 New Recruits Politics

Tinubu Expands Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions, Approves 28,000 New Recruits

President Bola Tinubu has approved a major expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and authorised the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country's security architecture and improve military operations across various regions.

Jul 24, 2026 153
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