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Pezeshkian Urges BRICS To Reduce Reliance On US Dollar

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on BRICS member states to accelerate the use of national currencies in international trade, arguing that greater financial diversification would help protect member economies from sanctions, political pressure and disruptions to global trade. Speaking at the
September 12, 2026

Bolivia Granted Partner Status in BRICS Group

Bolivian President Luis Arce announced that BRICS members have agreed to designate Bolivia as a partner country, marking a significant foreign policy milestone for the nation. Sharing the news on Telegram, Arce described the development as “the most important foreign policy achievement”
November 14, 2024

Navin Ramgoolam Returns As Prime Minister After Decade

 Veteran Mauritian politician Navin Ramgoolam was officially sworn in as prime minister on Wednesday, marking his fourth term at the helm of the Indian Ocean nation’s government. The 77-year-old, who previously held office from 1995 to 2000 and 2005 to 2014, assumed
November 14, 2024

 Tanzania Denies Blocking Rwanda’s Milk Exports

Tanzania has responded to recent accusations by Rwanda alleging that it has restricted the import of Rwandan milk, despite a memorandum of understanding signed by the two countries earlier this year intended to facilitate trade. Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Mr.
November 14, 2024

Trump And Biden Hold Key White House Meeting

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump returned to Washington this week to meet with President Joe Biden in the Oval Office, marking a significant moment in American political history. The two leaders discussed the transition of power following Trump’s victory in the November 5
November 14, 2024

Trump Taps Musk, Ramaswamy To Lead Government Reform Push

Donald Trump announced Tuesday the appointment of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to head a new Department of Government Efficiency. The initiative, which Trump envisions operating largely outside traditional government channels, aims to reduce bureaucracy, streamline
November 13, 2024

Two Ugandans Remanded For Insulting President Museveni

Two Ugandan citizens have been remanded to prison over allegations of insulting President Yoweri Museveni, his wife Janet Museveni, and their son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba on social media. The accused, David Ssengozi, known on TikTok as “Lucy Choice,” aged 21, and Isaiah
November 13, 2024

Archbishop Of Canterbury Resigns After Abuse Cover-Up

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has announced his resignation following the release of an independent review revealing the Church of England’s involvement in covering up sexual abuse. The report, known as the Makin Review, investigated abuse perpetrated by John Smyth QC,
November 13, 2024
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