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Africa’s Critical Minerals Are Redefining Global Power

The trucks begin arriving before sunrise. One after another, they carry tonnes of freshly mined ore from remote mining sites to processing centres, ports and international markets. For workers, it is another day’s labour. For investors, it is another business opportunity. For
July 10, 2026

Samia Reaffirms Tough Stance Against Terrorism

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has reaffirmed Tanzania’s commitment to protecting its citizens and preserving national security, declaring that the government will take all lawful measures necessary to prevent terrorism and safeguard the country’s peace and stability. Speaking after witnessing the signing of
July 10, 2026

Oil Prices Surge As US-Iran Conflict Shakes Global Markets

Global oil prices jumped by more than five percent after the United States and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes, triggering fears of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz and sending shockwaves across international financial and energy markets. Brent crude and U.S.
July 9, 2026

US Launches Massive Strikes as Iran Retaliates

 The United States has launched one of its largest military operations against Iran in recent years, carrying out air strikes on more than 80 military targets across the country before Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on American military bases in
July 9, 2026

Trump Orders Trade Freeze With Spain Amid NATO Rift

U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to begin preparations to halt all trade with Spain, dramatically escalating tensions with one of Washington’s oldest European allies over defence spending and the conflict involving Iran. Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General
July 9, 2026

Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire Over After Fresh Strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is “over,” following a fresh escalation in hostilities that saw both countries exchange military strikes overnight. Speaking on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara on
July 8, 2026

Congo Ebola Crisis Deepens As Cases Pass 1,700

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak has continued to expand, with the number of confirmed cases rising to 1,708, including 580 deaths, according to government data released on July 8, 2026. The increase highlights the ongoing challenge facing health authorities as
July 8, 2026

Beyond The Dollar: The New Financial Power Shift

Inside a small business office thousands of kilometres away from the world’s major financial centres, an entrepreneur checks exchange rates before paying an international supplier. A simple currency decision can determine whether a business grows, survives or struggles. For millions of businesses
July 8, 2026

Ukraine’s Conflict And The New Diplomatic Age

In a diplomatic meeting room far from the battlefield, officials study maps, security proposals and economic data while trying to understand what comes next. The decisions being discussed are not only about one conflict between two countries. They are about the future
July 8, 2026

Africa’s Minerals Enter The New Power Struggle

At a mining site surrounded by dry landscapes and small communities, workers begin another day extracting minerals that will travel thousands of kilometres before reaching global markets. The rocks beneath their feet may appear ordinary, but inside them are materials that power
July 8, 2026