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Egypt Reports New Western Desert Gas Discovery Boost

Egypt has announced a fresh natural gas discovery in its vast Western Desert, a development that could strengthen the country’s position as a key energy hub in North Africa and the wider global market. The petroleum ministry confirmed that initial assessments indicate
March 24, 2026

Tshisekedi Skips EAC Summit, Backs SADC Peace Efforts

As the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) worsens, President Félix Tshisekedi has chosen to engage with southern African leaders rather than attend an East African Community (EAC) summit aimed at addressing the crisis. His absence from the emergency meeting,
January 30, 2025

ECOWAS Acknowledges Exit of Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially confirmed the departure of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from the regional bloc, marking a significant shift in the political and economic landscape of West Africa. The announcement, made on January 29,
January 30, 2025

Romanian Mercenaries Exit Goma as M23 Rebels Advance

 A group of Romanian mercenaries hired by the Congolese government to help counter the growing threat of M23 rebels have begun their withdrawal, crossing into Rwanda as they prepare to return home. On Wednesday, more than 280 of these fighters were seen
January 30, 2025

African Leaders Pledge Universal Energy Access by 2030

In a groundbreaking move, African leaders have pledged to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to 300 million people across the continent by 2030. This commitment came during the Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025, where heads
January 29, 2025

M23 Rebels Advance, Threaten DRC’s Goma City

The insurgency in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s east, led by the M23 rebel group, has grown more intense in the early months of 2025. The group has expanded its control over more territory, making significant gains, and is now threatening to
January 29, 2025
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