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Brics Reshapes Global Economy Beyond Dollar

For nearly eight decades, the United States dollar has stood at the center of global finance, dominating international trade, energy markets and central bank reserves. But a new financial contest is emerging as BRICS nations push to build alternative systems that could
July 25, 2026

Tanzania Congratulates Namibia’s First Female President

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has offered her heartfelt congratulations to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah following her historic election as Namibia’s first female president. President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s victory in the 2024 Namibian general election is a significant milestone for Namibia and a momentous achievement for
December 4, 2024

Ghana Introduces Chip-Embedded Passport for Security

 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ghana has launched a new, more secure passport featuring a chip embedded into its design, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of international travel for Ghanaian citizens. The introduction of this new passport is seen
December 3, 2024

Death Toll from Uganda Landslide Rises to 28

The devastating landslide that struck eastern Uganda last week has claimed 28 lives, with more bodies being recovered from the mud, including two young children. The tragedy unfolded on Wednesday when the landslide buried several villages along the slopes of Mount Elgon,
December 3, 2024

ICC Fears For Its Survival Amidst Rising Threats

The president of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has warned that attacks on the tribunal, which have come largely from Washington and Moscow, “jeopardise its very existence”. Addressing ICC members in The Hague at an annual conference on Monday, ICC President Tomoko
December 3, 2024

More Than 50 Dead in Guinea Soccer Tragedy

A devastating stampede during a soccer match in southern Guinea has left over 50 people dead, with many more injured. The tragedy occurred as crowds tried to flee from growing chaos at a packed stadium. The incident took place in the town
December 2, 2024

UN Urges Global Action to Address Sudan Crisis

Tom Fletcher, the United Nations humanitarian chief, has made a heartfelt appeal for the international community to take immediate action to address the deepening crisis in Sudan. The ongoing conflict in the country is devastating millions, with countless people forced to flee
December 2, 2024

Russia Launches BRICS Mining Infrastructure Project

Russia’s largest data center operator, BitRiver, has teamed up with the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) to establish mining and AI computing facilities across BRICS nations. This collaboration, announced at the BRICS Business Forum in Moscow, aims to enhance Russia’s influence in
December 2, 2024

AfDB Official Faces Assault Charges in Sierra Leone

The current African Development Bank (AfDB) representative for Tanzania and former Deputy Minister of Finance for Sierra Leone,  Dr. Patricia Laverley is facing serious charges after an alleged assault incident in Freetown. Dr. Laverley, who was appointed to her role at AfDB
December 2, 2024
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