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US Pressures African States To Withdraw From ICC

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
August 19, 2026

US Sanctions ICC President And Senior Prosecutor

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
August 19, 2026

Roberto Carlos Reportedly Embraces Islam in Brazil

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.
August 19, 2026

STAMICO Seeks Saudi Investment in Tanzania’s Mining Sector

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,
August 19, 2026

Africa Urged To Boost Maternal And Child Health Investment

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
August 18, 2026

Tanzania Strengthens HIV Response to Curb New Infections

The Tanzanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening HIV/AIDS interventions by improving the environment for implementation and enhancing collaboration with various stakeholders in the fight against HIV. The statement was made by the Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible
August 18, 2026

Russia Bars Only Anti-War Party From September Elections

Russia’s Supreme Court has upheld a decision barring the country’s only officially registered political party that openly opposes the war in Ukraine from taking part in September’s parliamentary elections. The court on August 17 rejected an appeal by the liberal Yabloko party,
August 17, 2026

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SADC Deputy Executive Secretary for Regional Integration, Ms Angele Makombo N’Tumba, met with Ms Tatiana Dovgalenko, Director of the Department for Partnership with Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, on 16 August 2026 in Durban, South Africa,
August 17, 2026

Minister Mkenda Opens FEASSA Games

Tanzania’s Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Adolf Mkenda, has officially opened the Federation of East African Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games in Morogoro, highlighting the important role of sports in promoting students’ physical and mental health. Speaking on August
August 17, 2026