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Africa Demands Greater Control Of Strategic Resources

A growing number of African governments are adopting tougher policies to assert greater control over their natural resources, signaling a decisive shift away from decades of exporting raw materials toward building domestic industries that can generate jobs, technology and long-term economic growth.
July 27, 2026

Kenya To Provide Free Health Services Up to Age 18

President William Ruto has unveiled a major shift in Kenya’s healthcare policy, announcing that all children from birth up to 18 years old will receive free health services starting in three months. This development will be made possible through the upcoming launch
August 10, 2024

Mali Expels Swedish Envoy Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Mali’s government has expelled Sweden’s ambassador, Kristina Kuhnel, and given her 72 hours to leave the country. This decision follows a statement by Sweden’s Minister for International Development Cooperation and Trade, Johan Forssell, which Mali deemed “hostile.” Forssell had announced that Sweden
August 10, 2024

Global Celebration Honors Indigenous Peoples’ Diversity

On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, nations across the globe unite to recognize the rich cultural heritage and invaluable contributions of indigenous communities. This annual observance, initiated by the United Nations in 1994, serves as a powerful reminder of
August 9, 2024

Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo Wins Olympic 200m Gold.

Letsile Tebogo of Botswana broke down barriers and made history on the global stage. On Thursday, the 21-year-old sprinting sensation became the first African to win the coveted men’s Olympic 200 metres title, delivering a performance that left the world in awe.
August 9, 2024

ASEAN Day Celebrations Highlight Strategic Ties

Every year on August 8, the ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) commemorate ASEAN Day. This date was established in 2005 by the ASEAN Standing Committee to honor the founding of ASEAN on August 8, 1967. Initially,
August 8, 2024
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