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US Pressures African States To Withdraw From ICC

August 19, 2026
The United States is reportedly increasing pressure on several African countries to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), raising fresh concerns over the future of the court and its influence across the continent. The pressure comes as the ICC faces growing criticism from some African governments, which have accused the court of disproportionately focusing on cases involving African countries

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Africa Pushes For Greater Control Of Critical Minerals

August 19, 2026
African countries are stepping up efforts to gain greater control over the continent’s critical mineral resources as global demand for minerals such as cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese and graphite continues to rise. Africa holds about 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves,

Zambia Targets 3 Million Tonnes Of Copper Production

August 19, 2026
Zambia is targeting annual copper production of 3 million metric tonnes by 2031, an ambitious plan that would more than triple the country’s current output and strengthen its position as one of Africa’s leading copper producers. The target has gained renewed attention

DRC Bans Copper And Cobalt Concentrate Exports

August 19, 2026
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has banned the export of copper and cobalt concentrates, in a move aimed at increasing domestic processing and ensuring the country captures greater value from its mineral resources. The decision was announced through an official order

US Pressures African States To Withdraw From ICC

August 19, 2026
The United States is reportedly increasing pressure on several African countries to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), raising fresh concerns over the future of the court and its influence across the continent. The pressure comes as the ICC faces growing

US Sanctions ICC President And Senior Prosecutor

August 19, 2026
The United States has imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court (ICC) President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating the Trump administration’s campaign against the Hague-based court. The sanctions were announced on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, by US Secretary of

Roberto Carlos Reportedly Embraces Islam in Brazil

August 19, 2026
Former Brazil international football star Roberto Carlos, 53, has reportedly embraced Islam in Brazil, according to Turkish lawmaker Ali Şahin. Şahin said he received the information from Sheikh Jihad Hammadeh during his recent engagements with representatives of the Muslim community in Brazil.

STAMICO Seeks Saudi Investment in Tanzania’s Mining Sector

August 19, 2026
The State Mining Corporation (STAMICO) has held discussions with a delegation of Saudi Arabian businesspeople to explore investment opportunities across Tanzania’s mineral value chain, with the aim of promoting partnerships that will benefit Tanzanians. The discussions were held on August 18, 2026,

Africa Urged To Boost Maternal And Child Health Investment

August 18, 2026
African countries have been urged to increase reliable investment and innovation in maternal, child and primary healthcare to strengthen health security and self-reliance across the continent. Tanzania’s Minister for Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa, made the call on August 18, 2026, in Dar es
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