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Politics & Current Affairs

Tinubu Orders Rescue Operation After Mass Abduction

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has ordered a coordinated rescue operation after dozens of people were abducted during a…

Business & Finance

Brazil Targets African Markets Beyond Commodities

Brazil is seeking to expand trade and investment in Africa, with a focus on higher-value exports, industrial products a…

Politics & Current Affairs

US$9.3m Asset Trail Deepens Tafirenyika Case

A US$9.3 million asset trail is at the centre of Kelsea Tafirenyika's bail hearing as prosecutors challenge claims that…

Politics & Current Affairs

DRC, M23 Agree Roadmap for Peace Talks

The DRC government and M23 agree on a roadmap for peace talks, including timelines, implementation reviews and a ceasef…

Politics & Current Affairs

Pope appeals for aid in Congo as UN Ebola funds run out 

UN warns Ebola response in DRC could run out of funding within weeks as cases and deaths continue to rise.

Infrastructure & Development

Tanzania inaugurates 2,115MW hydropower plant

Tanzania inaugurates the 2,115MW Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant to increase electricity supply and support economic ac…

Politics & Current Affairs

Job Rights, Immigration Under Johannesburg Scrutiny

Johannesburg authorities inspect businesses for labour law breaches, excessive working hours and safety violations amid…

Politics & Current Affairs

UN Security Council Holds Second Secretary-General Straw Poll

The UN Security Council holds its second confidential straw poll as eight candidates compete to succeed Antonio Guterre…

Infrastructure & Development

Brazil Advances Push for Technological Sovereignty

Brazil is expanding AI, computing and data infrastructure as President Lula's government seeks greater technological au…

Business & Finance

SA, Zimbabwe Push Economic Cooperation

South Africa and Zimbabwe are prioritising infrastructure, border efficiency and industrialisation as they seek stronge…

Climate & Environment

Drones Aid Wildlife Monitoring in Kenya’s Maasai Mara

Drones, cameras and digital tracking systems are helping rangers monitor wildlife and support conservation efforts in K…

Politics & Current Affairs

Zimbabwe Bishops Warn Against SSPX Activities

Zimbabwe’s Catholic bishops have warned Catholics against knowingly participating in SSPX activities, citing concerns o…