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Russia Develops Alternative Global Payment System

Russia is expanding its international payment infrastructure to reduce reliance on Western-dominated financial systems, with new efforts aimed at extending alternative cross-border payment services to Africa. The initiative was discussed during the Russia-Africa Forum in Moscow, where Kremlin Deputy Chief of Staff
October 29, 2026

Iran Vows to Block US Warships From Re-entering Persian Gulf

Iran’s senior military commander, Major General Abdollahi, has vowed that Tehran will not allow US warships to re-enter the Persian Gulf, declaring that Iranian forces are prepared to prevent American naval vessels from accessing the strategic waterway.   Abdollahi said Iranian forces
October 24, 2026

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

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

Russia Develops New Battery Safety Test

Russian scientists have developed a quality control method designed to improve the safety and reliability of lithium-ion batteries by testing the strength of the thin separators that prevent internal short circuits. The method was developed at the Research and Education Centre of
October 23, 2026

Mahama Seeks Putin’s Support For Ceasefire

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama says he intends to use his planned visit to Russia for the Russia-Africa Summit to urge President Vladimir Putin to agree to a ceasefire, highlighting the potential role of African leaders in international peace efforts. “I’m going
October 22, 2026

Tanzania, Ghana Seek Stronger Small-Scale Mining Cooperation

Tanzania and Ghana have agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation in developing small-scale miners and improving mineral resource management, with a focus on local mineral processing, industrial growth and job creation across Africa. Tanzania’s Minister for Minerals, Anthony Mavunde, made the call on
October 22, 2026

Tundu Lissu Named Sakharov Prize Finalist

Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been named one of three finalists for the European Parliament’s 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, placing Tanzania among the countries represented in one of Europe’s most prominent human rights awards. Lissu, who has been
October 21, 2026