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The “Stop Online Misinformation” campaign marks the culmination of sustained global collaboration to strengthen trust in the safe and all-inclusive digital economyThe Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has announced the launch of the “Stop Online Misinformation: Ctrl+Alt+Delete,” global campaign to counter online misinformation and strengthen trust in the digital economy, calling for coordinated action by governments, media, the private sector, and digital platforms. Sami Issa Smeirat, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship of Jordan, and H.E. The discussion highlighted a growing cross-culture consensus on the need for coordinated action to counter misinformation and strengthen trust in digital spaces. Ms. Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization, said: “Online misinformation has evolved into a digital pandemic, spreading faster than facts, eroding public trust, and undermining the foundations of the digital economy. Trust is the currency of the digital economy.
DOHA, Qatar, 18 February 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Thales, world leader in high technologies for Defence, Aerospace and Cybersecurity & Digital, plans to recruit more than 9,000 employees worldwide in 2026. In 2025, Thales received 1.4 million applications worldwide, exceeding its record of one million CVs received in 2024. In 2026, Thales plans to recruit 150 people in the Middle East and Africa with 60 in the United Arab Emirates and 30 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In 2026, STEM for All will be expanded in 2026 to countries including the Czech Republic, Poland, Greece, Romania, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Brazil and South Korea. The post Thales to recruit more than 9,000 new employees in 2026 appeared first on African Media Agency.
In Abidjan, commuters collectively saved more than 815,000 hours in 2025 alone — the highest absolute gain among African cities studied. In Dakar, users saved close to 170,000 hours, while in Yaoundé and Douala, riders recovered over an hour per year individually on average. “In many African cities, time lost in traffic directly impacts productivity, family life, and economic opportunity,” said Adeniyi Adebayo, Chief Business Officer of Yango Group. While African cities recorded significant gains, the cumulative global impact reached more than 5 million hours saved across over 20 cities worldwide, including Lima, Guatemala City and others — demonstrating the scalability of AI-powered mobility solutions across diverse urban environments. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of YangoThe post African cities reclaimed almost 2 million hours in 2025 thanks to Yango Group’s AI routing technology appeared first on African Media Agency.
By Amos HarrisLiberia’s political and security landscape is currently embroiled in a brewing controversy following public remarks by Atty. Her recent defense of a group calling itself the National Fula Security (NFS) has ignited a fierce debate over the boundaries between personal opinion and official government posture. The remarks have fueled public suspicion that the administration may be tacitly endorsing a group that remains unrecognized by—and unknown to—state security authorities. Both the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia National Police (LNP) have publicly distanced themselves from the group, stating they have no formal relationship with, or legal knowledge of, the “National Fula Security.” This contradiction has intensified concerns regarding policy coherence and the government’s handling of sensitive security matters. The title “National Fula Security” is seen by many as carrying coercive overtones that amplify ethnic mistrust.
Admittedly, the recent jailing of self-styled Prophet Key has reopened a long-simmering national debate about the boundary between freedom of expression, disorderly conduct, and defamation in present-day Liberia. In literature and public discourse alike, a foreword frames the narrative and prepares the reader for a sustained engagement with the subject. The difference between a foreword and an epilogue, therefore, lies in whether an act inaugurates reform or merely concludes an isolated chapter. Construct of Disorderly ConductUnder Liberia law, disorderly conduct refers to behavior that disturbs public peace, order, or decency in a public place. Disorderly conduct is typically treated as a minor criminal offense, but it plays an important role in maintaining social order.
BEYOND Developments unveiled EVERMORE, its first fully masterplanned destination on Marjan Beach in Ras Al Khaimah, marking the opening chapter of BEYOND’s 2026 growth strategy and a bold expansion beyond Dubai. Strategically located opposite Wynn Al Marjan Island, EVERMORE is a long-term lifestyle and residential waterfront district framed by the sea and Marjan’s future botanical garden. Abdulla Al Abdouli, the Group CEO of Marjan, said: “EVERMORE represents a significant milestone for Marjan Beach and Ras Al Khaimah. metres of landscaped open spaces, including a central botanical garden, EVERMORE is designed as a fully pedestrian masterplan. EVERMORE is designed to endure across generations, contributing meaningfully to the Ras Al Khaimah Vision 2030 and the emirate’s evolving urban and economic narrative.
Presidential Press Secretary, Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei. Fofana (left) described the so-called “National Fula Security of Liberia” (NFSL) as largely misunderstood and community-oriented, in sharp contrast to the firm prohibition issued by the Ministry of Justice under the leadership of Minister of Justice Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh (right).
For more than a decade, IOA has provided deep analytical insight into the economic, social, political, and technological forces shaping Africa. Through this partnership, Africa.com will expand access to IOA’s research outputs, including position papers on digital economies, ESG developments, governance trends, and market expansion. The detailed data and analysis informing these profiles are provided by In On Africa (IOA), drawing on the firm’s extensive research expertise and on-the-ground intelligence. “We are delighted to welcome In On Africa as a Knowledge Partner,” said Teresa Clarke, Chair & CEO of Africa.com. The post Africa.com Expands Data-Driven Market Coverage with In On Africa appeared first on African Media Agency.
