MWE Correspondent, Author at Media Wire Express

Putin Calls Africa The Continent Of The Future

Russian President Vladimir Putin has described Africa as the continent of the future, highlighting its youthful population, growing demand for education and aspirations for better living standards as major forces that could transform the continent in the coming decades. Speaking at the

October 28, 2026

Politics·World

Russia Accuses NATO of Militarising Baltic Region

Russia has accused NATO of turning the Baltic region into a military staging ground for potential confrontation with Moscow, warning that the alliance’s growing military infrastructure and exercises could deepen tensions along Russia’s western borders. Vladislav Maslennikov, director of the Russian Foreign

October 27, 2026

Politics·World

Russia’s Africa Pledge Raises Questions Over Influence and Sovereignty

Russia has declared its readiness to support Africa’s emergence as an independent centre of global decision-making, but the promise raises a critical question for African governments: can Moscow help the continent achieve genuine economic independence without creating new forms of political, financial

October 27, 2026

Politics·World

Africa’s $17 Billion Energy Deals Raise Questions Over Resource Sovereignty

Africa’s latest push to attract energy investment has exposed a difficult question for the continent: will its natural resources finance African industrialisation, or will they continue to generate greater long-term wealth for foreign investors than for the communities that own them? At

October 27, 2026

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Strengthens Ebola Preparedness in Mbeya

Tanzania’s Ministry of Health, through its Emergency and Disaster Management Unit, in collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (TAMISEMI) and other stakeholders, is strengthening preparedness for disease outbreaks, including Ebola, while improving emergency, accident and critical

October 27, 2026

Politics·World

Oil Prices Surge Above $117 as Fears of Renewed Iran-US-Israel War Grow

Global oil prices have climbed above $117 per barrel amid growing market concerns over a possible renewed war involving Iran, the United States and Israel, raising fears of further inflation and increased pressure on households worldwide. The surge in oil prices

October 24, 2026

Business·World

Russian Tanker Carrying 326,800 Barrels of Petroleum Products Heads to New York

A Russian tanker carrying 326,800 barrels of petroleum products, including diesel fuel, has departed from the Russian port of Primorsk and is heading towards New York, according to Russian media reports shared by the Russian Embassy’s official Instagram account. The vessel,

October 24, 2026

Business·World

Zimbabwe Exports Surge 60.7% To $9 Billion

Zimbabwe’s merchandise exports rose by 60.7 per cent to US$9.04 billion between January and August 2026, up from US$5.63 billion during the same period last year, as strong mineral earnings and growing demand from international markets boosted the country’s trade performance. The

October 23, 2026

Technology & Innovation·World

Kenya Plans Nuclear Research Facility At Konza City

Kenya plans to begin construction of a nuclear research facility at Konza City in 2027 as part of its strategy to strengthen scientific research, develop nuclear technology for peaceful purposes and prepare skilled professionals for future nuclear programmes. The proposed facility is

October 23, 2026

Business·World

Russia-China Trade Surpasses $180 Billion

Trade between Russia and China has exceeded US$180 billion in the first few months of 2026, marking a reported 28.4 per cent increase compared with the same period last year and highlighting the continued expansion of economic cooperation between the two countries.

October 23, 2026

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