Business & Finance
Gauteng, Africa’s Economic Hub, Hit by Fuel Hike
As global tensions continue to disrupt oil supplies, countries across Africa are once again feeling the squeeze from rising fuel costs, highlighting the continent’s heavy reliance on imported energy and its vulnerability to external shocks.
Mardi 5 mai 2026 - 14:53
Business & Finance
Brazil will not create state company but will require local processing of critical minerals
Policy focuses on domestic industrialization and added value, minister says
Lundi 4 mai 2026 - 17:18
Travel & Tourism
Hantavirus Deaths Reported on Cruise Ship
The World Health Organization has confirmed that three people have died following a public health incident aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, with at least one case linked to hantavirus infection.
Lundi 4 mai 2026 - 17:02
Business & Finance
China Tariff Shift Reshapes Egypt Citrus Exports
On Friday, China expanded its zero-tariff policy to cover all 53 African nations that maintain diplomatic ties with Beijing, a framework that will run through April 2028.
Samedi 2 mai 2026 - 11:47
Politics & Current Affairs
Iran Signals Openness to Diplomacy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran is prepared to continue diplomatic engagement with the United States, provided what he described as Washington’s “maximalist” approach comes to an end.
Vendredi 1er mai 2026 - 10:53
Politics & Current Affairs
Refugees Return to Eastern DRC Under UN Programme
Last Thursday, about 470 refugees crossed back into the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, marking the first organised return from Burundi under a voluntary repatriation programme facilitated by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Mercredi 29 avril 2026 - 09:16
Politics & Current Affairs
UN Envoy Calls for Ceasefire Monitoring in DRC
James Swan, head of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has called for effective ceasefire monitoring upon his arrival in Goma
Samedi 25 avril 2026 - 18:35
Politics & Current Affairs
Mercosur–European Union Trade Deal Set to Take Effect
The trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union will begin to take effect on May 1, marking one of the most significant moments in Brazil’s trade policy in recent decades.
Vendredi 24 avril 2026 - 15:14
Travel & Tourism
Middle East Tensions Hit SA Tourism
South African Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille said that some international tourists traveling to South Africa via Gulf hubs, such as Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and Doha in Qatar, have canceled flights over safety concerns.
Vendredi 24 avril 2026 - 14:09
Infrastructures & dveloppement
Rwanda Mandates Electric Vehicles in Public Procurement
The Rwandan government has directed public institutions to ensure that 30 percent of all vehicles purchased are fully electric ones to cut reliance on petroleum products, according to a recent circular addressed to chief budget managers.
Vendredi 24 avril 2026 - 08:00
Climat & environnement
Cairo Recycling Project Transforms Waste Into Livelihoods
Discarded glass bottles are remelted into delicate pendants; scraps from garment factories are woven into weaving rugs and bags; tens of thousands of potato chip wrappers form a football pitch where children run and play.
Vendredi 24 avril 2026 - 07:49
Politics & Current Affairs
China marks 77th anniversary of its navy
China on Thursday celebrated the 77th anniversary of the founding of its navy, whose growing strength has become an important force for regional and global stability.
Jeudi 23 avril 2026 - 14:00
Business & Finance
High energy costs focus of discussions at EU summit in Cyprus
It takes time for the global oil market to return to normal prices amid the Iran war and the Hormuz blockade. For the second time in less than five years, with no end in sight yet for the Ukraine crisis, Europeans have recognized the great price of Europe
Jeudi 23 avril 2026 - 12:00
Chinese automaker Jetour launches PHEV SUVs in South Africa
Chinese automaker Jetour on Tuesday launched its new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) in Pretoria, South Africa's administrative capital
Jeudi 16 avril 2026 - 16:00
Lula faces tightest first-round race since 2002, Datafolha shows
Poll highlights shrinking lead over Flávio Bolsonaro amid polarization and high rejection rates
Lundi 13 avril 2026 - 14:48
Mainland unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan
China unveils measures to boost Taiwan exchanges and ties
Lundi 13 avril 2026 - 14:22
Zimbabwe-China horticulture engagement eyes deeper agricultural ties under zero-tariff policy
The 2026 Zimbabwe-China Horticulture Buyers Engagement kicked off on Wednesday, with China's zero-tariff policy highlighted as an opportunity to promote bilateral agricultural cooperation.
Vendredi 10 avril 2026 - 14:00
36 killed in gang violence over 1 week in South Africa
hairperson of the National Assembly's Portfolio Committee on Police Ian Cameron said
Jeudi 9 avril 2026 - 16:00
Brazil warns of real risk of world war and says global order no longer exists
Brazilian presidential adviser says war against Iran exposes limits of US power
Lundi 6 avril 2026 - 10:48
China Launches Governance Campaign Ahead of New Plan
China launches governance campaign ahead of new five-year plan
Dimanche 29 mars 2026 - 07:57
Brazil promotes defense industrial base as engine for strategic sectors
Brazil promotes defense industrial base as engine for strategic sectors
Vendredi 27 mars 2026 - 16:03
South Africa Assures Fuel Supply Stability
Despite concerns over potential shortages linked to tensions in the Middle East
Jeudi 26 mars 2026 - 12:00
Lula urges stronger UN role on conflicts and defends multilateralism at COP-15
Brazilian president says environmental policy rebuilding restored country’s global standing
Lundi 23 mars 2026 - 14:29
Ethiopia urges fuel conservation, accelerates shift to EVs amid global supply concerns
Ethiopia has called for fuel conservation and accelerated adoption of alternative energy solutions as global oil supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East weigh on the country.
Vendredi 20 mars 2026 - 12:00
Kenya launches construction of Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway
A major infrastructure project aimed at boosting regional connectivity and economic growth.
Vendredi 20 mars 2026 - 12:00
Lula to attend CELAC summit in Colombia to strengthen regional integration and Africa dialogue
Lula to attend CELAC summit and Africa forum in Bogotá
Vendredi 20 mars 2026 - 07:22
China and DRC Hold Media Forum in Kinshasa
China and DRC deepen media cooperation at Kinshasa forum
Jeudi 19 mars 2026 - 09:06
Morocco declared 2025 AFCON champions as CAF overturns final result
Morocco has been awarded the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
Mercredi 18 mars 2026 - 06:00
Middle East war may push global hunger levels to all-time high: WFP
Relief operations are suffering from longer shipping times and higher costs in the middle East, said Skau.
Mardi 17 mars 2026 - 20:00
Ethiopians feel pinch of rising oil prices due to Mideast conflict
Tasew said soaring fuel prices impact transport services, particularly in the countryside.
Mardi 17 mars 2026 - 16:00