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African Leaders Demand Fair Climate Financing

African leaders are intensifying calls for equitable climate financing as negotiations continue under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), arguing that the continent remains disproportionately affected by global warming despite contributing the least to historical emissions. At the center
February 15, 2026

Trump Threatens to Block New Canada-Detroit Bridge

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of a new bridge connecting Canada and the United States across the Detroit River. The president demanded that Canada transfer half ownership of the bridge to the United States and meet unspecified
February 10, 2026

South Sudan Peace Talks Resume in Nairobi

Peace negotiations aimed at ending South Sudan’s prolonged political and security crisis have resumed in Nairobi, Kenya, offering renewed hope for dialogue after months of stagnation. The talks, known as the Tumaini Initiative, were relaunched following the collapse of earlier discussions last
February 10, 2026

DRC President Holds High-Level Talks in Angola

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, on Monday undertook a one-day working visit to Luanda, where he held high-level talks with Angolan President João Lourenço, who is set to step down in the coming days as Chairperson of
February 10, 2026

Global Powers Intensify Africa Critical Minerals Race

Competition between Western countries and China over rare earth minerals, critical metals, and energy resources in Africa is accelerating, as global demand for materials needed in clean energy, advanced technology, and defense systems continues to surge. Across the continent, governments are witnessing
February 10, 2026

Burkina Faso Gold Output Hits Record

Burkina Faso recorded a historic surge in gold production in 2025, reaching a record 94 tonnes as mining-sector reforms and tighter state controls boosted overall output, according to official figures released by the government. The total includes production from industrial mines, artisanal
February 10, 2026

Congo President Seeks Another Term at 82

President Denis Sassou Nguesso of Congo-Brazzaville has announced that he will once again run for the presidency in elections scheduled for March, a decision that could further extend his time in power beyond four decades. The 82-year-old leader made the announcement on
February 7, 2026

Kenya Urges Vigilance Over Risky Overseas Job Offers

Kenya’s government has renewed its warning to citizens, particularly young people seeking employment, to remain alert to overseas job offers that appear attractive but may conceal serious risks. Officials say an increasing number of Kenyans are falling victim to fake recruitment networks
February 7, 2026

Tanzania, UAE Agree to Expand Trade Ties

Tanzania and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to further strengthen their economic and trade relations following high-level talks between President Samia Suluhu Hassan and UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The
February 6, 2026