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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

Drone Strike Kills 153 In Disputed Abyei Region

A deadly drone strike in the disputed Abyei region has renewed concerns over civilian safety in one of Africa’s longstanding conflict zones, after local officials reported that at least 153 people were killed in an attack near Amiet Market, a major trading
October 21, 2026

Putin Accuses West Of Seeking Russia’s Resources

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused the United States and European countries of pursuing strategic interests in Russia through the war in Ukraine, warning Western leaders against underestimating Moscow’s strength and historical resilience. In remarks attributed to the Russian leader, Putin argued
October 21, 2026

Mossad Email Security Flaw Raises Government Concerns

A reported email security weakness involving Israeli government domains has raised concerns about the risk of impersonation after messages appearing to originate from Israel’s Mossad intelligence agency circulated online. According to Israeli newspaper Haaretz, suspicions emerged after a prominent security researcher associated
October 21, 2026

Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Escalate

Global oil prices climbed sharply on Tuesday, with Brent crude rising about 1.8% to approximately $111 a barrel, approaching five-month highs, as growing security threats in the Middle East heightened concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies. US benchmark West Texas Intermediate
October 20, 2026

Rwanda Kagame Critic Found Beheaded in Uganda

Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major who became a vocal critic of President Paul Kagame, has been found beheaded in neighbouring Uganda, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Rwandan government critics living in exile. Kabera, 50, was found dead
October 20, 2026

Zelensky Says US Failed to Warn Ukraine of Russian Missiles

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticised the United States and other international partners for failing to provide advance warnings before recent Russian ballistic missile attacks, raising concerns about intelligence-sharing and Ukraine’s ability to protect civilians and critical infrastructure. Zelensky made the remarks
October 20, 2026

Mavunde Urges Africa to Unite on Mining

Tanzania’s Minister for Minerals, Anthony Peter Mavunde, has called on African countries to strengthen cooperation in managing and developing mineral resources, saying greater collaboration is essential to industrialisation, job creation and sustainable economic growth across the continent. Mavunde made the remarks on
October 20, 2026

TADB Wins Agricultural Financing Excellence Award In Dubai

The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has won the Excellence in Agricultural Financing Solutions – Tanzania award at the Global Brand Awards 2026 held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. TADB Managing Director Frank Nyabundege received the award, which recognises the bank’s contribution
October 19, 2026

Lavrov Accuses Zelensky Of Blocking Peace

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of undermining efforts to end the war with Russia, arguing that Kyiv’s objections to a Russian-American diesel agreement reflect a broader unwillingness to accept a negotiated settlement. Lavrov made the remarks
October 19, 2026

Macron Links France Protests to Iran War

French President Emmanuel Macron has linked rising fuel prices and public anger in France to the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran, saying the economic consequences of a conflict in which France did not participate are being felt by ordinary
October 19, 2026