Over the past ten years, the agency has fulfilled its mission exceptionally, informing, explaining, analyzing, and promoting news from a continent that, according to its founder, Dounia Ben Mohamed, “is destined to play a central role in the future world, a role it has always held.”

   What began as “a bold idea” is now a reference point in the field. According to the agency’s CEO, Dounia Ben Mohamed, “it was a thoroughly considered project.” By strategically focusing on economics, ANA has distinguished itself by highlighting impactful topics.

   He explains that this choice stems from the belief that “economics measures progress, highlights social impacts, and showcases the actors driving transformation.” The agency has thus focused its efforts on promoting the private sector, which accounts for 80-90% of African economies, largely dominated by micro, small, and medium enterprises.

   Additionally, the agency has made digital innovation a strategic pillar, recognizing it as a true catalyst for change. “ANA has chosen to take an African perspective on impactful, inspiring local initiatives—highlighting individuals driving change and entrepreneurs shaping the future.”

   Now, ten years after these initial commitments, ANA is preparing to highlight its achievements while looking to the future. Through a unique event, “Shaping the Future of African Media”, ANA has brought together its media partners, Pan-African business leaders, public officials, and institutional representatives.

   This gathering is not only a celebration of the past decade but also an opportunity, as stated by its promoter, “to collectively reflect on the evolution and role of Pan-African media in a changing Africa. How can we, together, address ongoing and future challenges, seize opportunities to strengthen our impact, and showcase those shaping Africa today and tomorrow? Even better, those inspiring and creating the world of the future! This is at the core of ANA’s DNA.”

   At the end of this celebratory day, ANA unveil ANASchool, an innovative project designed to address the challenges of training for new journalism professions. This initiative aligns with the agency’s mission to promote excellence and professionalism in African journalism amidst the ongoing technological revolution, as Africa takes center stage in addressing global challenges.

   “And it is our responsibility, as a Pan-African media outlet, to support this momentum with professionalism and rigor, but also with a Pan-African sensitivity.”

Africa News Agency (ANA) is the first news agency specializing in African economies. It is present in Paris and in Africa through its regional offices Dakar, Abidjan, Libreville, Douala, Rabat, Tunis, Kigali, where its headquarters is located.  In French-speaking and English-speaking Africa.