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“Africa’s Time Is Coming, And The World Knows”

A bold declaration by Duma Boko is continuing to echo across global political and economic conversations, long after it was first delivered at the World Governments Summit in Dubai. In a speech that blended confidence with conviction, the Botswana leader laid out
March 18, 2026

Congo Launches Special Court to Fight Corruption

 The Democratic Republic of the Congo has introduced a new special court aimed at dealing directly with economic and financial crimes, in what authorities describe as a renewed effort to confront one of the country’s most persistent challenges — corruption. For years,
March 17, 2026

Kenya Pushes Russia Over Citizens Joining War

Kenya has stepped up diplomatic efforts with Russia over growing concerns that its citizens are being recruited to fight in the ongoing war in Ukraine, raising alarm in Nairobi about the safety and legality of such involvement. Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary,
March 17, 2026

Ukraine Seeks Payback for Helping Defend Against Drones

Ukraine has made it clear that its growing role in assisting Middle Eastern countries to defend against Iranian attack drones is not free — it wants financial compensation and access to advanced technology in return, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this week. The
March 16, 2026

US Escalates Tensions With Iran Amid Nuclear Crisis

Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified in recent weeks, with President Donald Trump signaling stronger military and diplomatic pressure as disputes over Tehran’s nuclear program persist. The growing confrontation has raised global concerns, drawing attention from governments, energy markets,
March 16, 2026

US Signals Broader Pressure on Iran Amid Nuclear Standoff

President Donald Trump has signaled a willingness to expand military pressure on Tehran — a stance that has drawn sharp global reactions and deep concern among international diplomats. The situation has intensified against the backdrop of continuing hostilities in the Middle East
March 16, 2026

US–Israel Iran Strategy Faces Global Uncertainty

The escalating confrontation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran is increasingly raising questions among international analysts about whether the military strategy aimed at weakening Tehran is achieving its intended objectives. As the conflict unfolds, global observers say the situation is becoming
March 16, 2026

MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology

Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing Demonstration Centre in Bukombe District, Geita Region, saying it could significantly improve productivity for small-scale miners. During an
March 15, 2026