Angelica Rhoda
Writer

Angelica Rhoda

Angelica has a Bachelor of Arts in Language & Communication Studies from the University of the Western Cape. She has a strong passion for digital communications. She excels under pressure and tackles new challenges with a proactive mindset. Angelica's versatility and eagerness to learn are complemented by outstanding interpersonal communication skills, punctuality, reliability, and trustworthiness.

Stories by Angelica

Ghana dialysis access
Health

Ghana Expands Free Dialysis Services to Regional Hospitals

Ghana dialysis access is expanding with new centers to help patients with chronic kidney disease throughout the country.

underwater sonar data transmission
Tech

CSIR develops underwater system to transmit sonar data faster

South African researchers are advancing underwater communication tech that can transmit sonar images to the surface almost instantly.

South Africa satellites
Tech

South African manufacturer scales output for global satellite industry

A Somerset West company is scaling production for the global space industry, with hardware already used on over 2,500 satellite missions worldwide.

rare earths project
Business

US backs Phalaborwa rare earths project with $50 million

The rare earths project in Phalaborwa receives $50 million investment to support a sustainable mineral supply chain.

Great Green Wall
Environment

Great Green Wall post frames Africa’s land restoration drive

The Great Green Wall is transforming the Sahel with its efforts against land degradation and promoting sustainable development.

South Africa China trade
Business

South Africa Secures Duty-Free Access to China Under CAEPA From May 2026

South Africa has signed a new trade deal with China to help local products reach more buyers overseas.

Quantum Internet SouthAfrica
Tech

Wits Physicist Advances Quantum Internet Project in South Africa

South Africa’s quantum internet project led by Wits physicist Andrew Forbes could transform national infrastructure, offering speeds millions of times faster than today.

earth architecture Senegal
Environment

Senegalese Architect Advances Earth Construction in Dakar

Nzinga B. Mboup leads the way in earth architecture Senegal, promoting sustainable building practices rooted in tradition.

toxic e‑waste dumping
Tech

Kenya and Ghana Confront Toxic E‑Waste Dumping in Landmark Policy Brief

Examine the crisis of toxic e‑waste dumping in Kenya and Ghana and the urgent need for enforcement of recycling laws.

Africa NCD surveillance
Health

Africa CDC Launches SPARK–NCD Programme to Confront Rising Burden of Chronic Diseases

The Africa NCD surveillance initiative responds to critical health challenges like hypertension and diabetes via the SPARK-NCD Programme.

World TB Day
Health

WHO Issues New Guidelines on Diagnostic Tools to Accelerate TB Detection

World TB Day highlights the urgent need for better diagnostics. Discover the WHO's new guidelines for rapid tuberculosis detection.

World Bank funding
Environment

World Bank approves $240m for coastal protection and blue‑economy jobs in Benin and Mauritania

World Bank funding of $240 million aims to strengthen coastal resilience and create jobs in Benin and Mauritania.

Tanzania’s National ICT Backbone into the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tech

Tanzania Parliament Urges Acceleration of ICT Backbone to DR Congo

Tanzania’s Parliamentary Committee on Infrastructure has urged government to fast‑track the National ICT Backbone extension into DR Congo.

Mali gold revenue distribution
Business

Mali Shares $33 Million in Gold Revenue with Local Communities

Mali gold revenue distribution now directs $33 million to local communities for essential infrastructure projects.

Rubin Observatory Alerts
Tech

SALT and Lesedi Help Classify Unusual Stellar System from Rubin Data

South African telescopes are responding to Rubin Observatory alerts. SALT and Lesedi are helping classify a rare stellar system and boosting astro-tourism in Sutherland.

Cassava Cloud Partner Programme
AI

Cassava Technologies Launches Cloud Partner Programme to Accelerate AI Adoption

Get insights into the Cassava Cloud Partner Programme and its role in enhancing technology collaboration across continents.

Dangote Refinery
Business

Dangote Refinery to Host Africa’s Largest Detergent Feedstock Plant

Aliko Dangote announces Africa’s largest detergent feedstock plant at the Dangote Refinery, set to produce 400 000 tonnes of LAB annually.

radio laser
Tech

South African researchers detect cosmic radio laser

South Africans react to the fascinating findings of a radio laser, a megamaser that reveals insights into galaxy collisions.

4,300‑year‑old mummy
Tech

Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a 4,300‑year‑old intact mummy at Saqqara

Archaeologists uncover a 4,300‑year‑old intact mummy at Saqqara. The discovery has people debating on grave ethics and cultural preservation. #Egypt #Saqqara #Archaeology

Ouagadougou highway
Business

Burkina Faso Completes First Phase of Ouagadougou–Bobo Dioulasso Highway

Burkina Faso completes Phase I of the Ouagadougou–Bobo Dioulasso highway. 332 km of right‑of‑way cleared in 60 days.

Access to electricity in Africa
Environment

Access to electricity in Africa through solar micro-grids

Access to electricity in Africa is advancing with solar micro-grids, offering new solutions for towns, villages and businesses.

Africa rare earths project
Business

Africa rare earths project secures $20m state backing

The Africa rare earths project in Northern Cape gets $20 million investment to support critical mineral production by 2030.

Tanzania begins drone use
Tech

Tanzania begins drone use in agriculture after national launch

Tanzania begins drone use in agriculture to enhance farm productivity and pest control as part of a national program.

Kenya most active social media nation
Tech

Kenya most active social media nation as users spend five hours daily

Kenya is the most active social media nation, with users spending five hours daily on various platforms and growing rapidly.

Bugesera International Airport Rwanda
Business

Bugesera International Airport: Rwanda’s $2 Billion Bet on Aviation

Rwanda invests $499 million to accelerate Bugesera International Airport, a $2 billion project with Qatar Airways.

Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner order
Business

Ethiopian Airlines Expands Fleet with Nine New Boeing 787 Dreamliners

Ethiopian Airlines confirms order of nine Boeing 787 Dreamliners to boost long-haul travel and modernise fleet.

Bobby Shabangu Wikimedia Foundation Board
Tech

Africa’s First Seat at Wikimedia: Bobby Shabangu Elected to Board

Bobby Shabangu elected as first African to Wikimedia Foundation Board of Trustees, marking historic representation.

Huawei power grid AI automation
AI

Huawei highlights automation and AI as pillars of modern power grids

Huawei has outlined how automation, digitalisation and artificial intelligence are reshaping power grids as utilities adapt to renewable energy and rising electricity demand.

Vodacom named Africa's Top Employer for third year running
Business

Vodacom named Africa's Top Employer for third year running

Vodacom Group named Africa’s Top Employer for a third consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, recognised for innovation and ethical AI.