The African Union has launched the African Credit Rating Agency to counteract global rating bias and promote economic development. The agency aims to provide accurate and unbiased credit ratings for African countries, helping to attract investment and promote economic growth.

Uganda's women's rugby team made a notable performance at the Rugby Africa Women's Division One Tournament. The team's success is a testament to the growing popularity of women's rugby in Africa and the country's commitment to developing the sport.  

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) plans to convert 100,000 vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), promoting sustainable energy.

Eswatini's National Science Week was launched on February 13, 2025, at the University of Swaziland's Kwaluseni Campus. The event aims to boost innovation and technological advancements in the country. Minister of ICT, Savannah Maziya, encouraged students to apply projects that solve global challenges like poverty, climate change, and inequality.

A summit in Nigeria highlighted the potential of sports as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and community development across Africa. The event brought together stakeholders from the sports industry to discuss ways to harness the economic potential of sports.