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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

SADC Leaders Meet for Urgent Talks in Dar

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence, and Security, led an urgent meeting of SADC Heads of State and Government at the State House in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025. The
January 29, 2025

Congo Protests Turn Violent as Embassies Targeted

Tensions boiled over in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Tuesday as angry protesters stormed several embassies in the capital, Kinshasa, accusing foreign nations of turning a blind eye to the ongoing conflict in the country’s volatile east. The demonstrations erupted
January 29, 2025

$40 Billion to Boost Africa’s Energy Access

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank have jointly pledged a total of $40 billion to the “Mission 300” initiative. The ambitious goal of the project is to bring electricity to 300 million people across Africa by 2030. Dr. Akinwumi
January 28, 2025

Congo Accuses Rwanda of Supporting Goma Rebels

Tensions are running high in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as the government has accused Rwanda of backing M23 rebels in their attempt to seize control of Goma, a key city in the eastern part of the country. Speaking to the
January 28, 2025

IMF Urges Investment in Africa’s Renewables

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted the enormous potential of Africa’s renewable energy sector, urging an annual investment of $25 billion to significantly boost electricity production across the continent. According to IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li, such an investment could
January 28, 2025

Abramovich Dodges Millions in Tax with Yacht Scheme

The Russian oligarch and former Chelsea Football Club owner  Roman Abramovich, has been accused of evading millions of dollars in taxes through a complex offshore scheme involving his superyacht fleet. Investigative reports reveal that Abramovich used a web of companies to sidestep
January 28, 2025

Tanzanian President Sends New Year Wishes to China

President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has extended warm greetings to President Xi Jinping, the government, and the people of the People’s Republic of China as they celebrate the Chinese New Year. In her heartfelt message, she wished them happiness, prosperity, and
January 28, 2025
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