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Europe Competes for African Gas as Energy Markets Shift”

European governments are stepping up efforts to secure long-term natural gas supplies from Africa as part of a broader strategy to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on Russian pipeline imports. The renewed push reflects ongoing shifts in global energy markets sparked

February 16, 2026

World

South African troops killed in DR Congo attack

South African troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo have suffered their first fatalities since their recent deployment to quell a rebellion. Two soldiers were killed and three were injured after a mortar bomb landed in their base on Wednesday. In a

February 15, 2024

World

Malawi ex-ruling party returns graft ‘tainted’ money

Malawi’s former ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has apologized for accepting a cash kickback from a company under corruption investigation. In 2017, while still in power, the party was accused of receiving $85,000 (£68,000) from Pioneer Investment in a controversial food rations

February 15, 2024

Business·Tanzania·World

Dar, Oslo sign deal to transform agriculture sector

Tanzania and Norway have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on food security and agriculture, demonstrating their joint commitment to strengthening Tanzania’s capacity and ability to transform the agri-food sector. The deal was signed in the presence of President Samia Suluhu

February 15, 2024

Breaking News·Business·World

Cocoa Virus Disease poses threat for Cocoa production

West Africa’s ongoing battle with Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus Disease (CSSVD) poses significant challenges for the future of chocolate production. CSSVD is a destructive viral disease that affects cocoa trees, leading to reduced yields and poor-quality cocoa beans. As West Africa, particularly

February 15, 2024

Business·Opinion·World

Pope commends IFAD, Urges them to intensify focus on reducing food wastage

Pope Francis delivered a poignant message to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) emphasizing the critical issue of food waste and its potential to alleviate hunger worldwide. Speaking at a special gathering with IFAD representatives, the Pope highlighted the alarming paradox

February 15, 2024

Business·World

Ghana’s Foreign Debt Restructuring Expected to Face Delays,Not Hindered by New Finance Minister

International investors greeted the removal of Ghana’s finance minister with caution on Wednesday, as they braced for the prospect of more delays to the restructuring of the country’s overseas debt ahead of national elections in December. The replacement of Ken Ofori-Atta with

February 15, 2024

Business·Opinion·World

China and Russia Strengthen Bonds Amid Trade Challenges

Amidst ongoing trade challenges, China and Russia have taken significant steps to enhance their bilateral ties, signaling a deepening of their strategic partnership. Despite facing complications in trade relations with other countries, both nations have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across

February 15, 2024

Business·Politics·World

UK economy falls into recession, adding to Sunak’s election challenge

Britain’s economy fell into a recession in the second half of 2023, a tough backdrop for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak who has promised to boost growth ahead of an expected 2024 election. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that gross domestic product (GDP)

February 15, 2024

Opinion·World

Pope Urges Catholics to Swap Social Media for Reflection as Lent Begins

Pope Francis urged Catholics to forgo worldly trappings and focus on essentials as he opened the season of Lent with a traditional Ash Wednesday Mass on one of Rome’s historic seven hills,the Basilica of Santa Sabina. He criticized people’s tendency to lay

February 15, 2024

Business·Tanzania·World

Tanzania’s Government Debt increases by Tsh.12.7 trillion in one year

Tanzania’s government debt has reached Sh87.47 trillion, up from 74.75 trillion in 2022, the Parliamentary Budget Committee has reported. The debt is up by Sh12.7 trillion, an increase of 17.09% compared to the same period last year. Of the amount, the external

February 15, 2024

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