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Congo Challenges China’s Hold on Cobalt Trade

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is taking decisive steps to assert control over its vast mineral resources, seeking a more balanced relationship with global powers. In a bold policy shift, President Félix Tshisekedi suspended cobalt exports for four months starting
June 9, 2025

BRICS Accelerates Digital Drive For Global South

As anticipation builds for the upcoming 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro this July, the alliance of five major emerging economies—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—is intensifying efforts to reshape the global economic architecture through digital innovation, alternative financial systems,
June 9, 2025

BRICS Leaders To Meet In Rio This July

The vibrant Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro is set to host the 17th BRICS Summit from July 6 to 7, 2025, marking a crucial moment for cooperation among major emerging economies. The summit will convene under the theme, “Inclusive and Sustainable
June 9, 2025

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Shot During Rally

A wave of shock gripped Colombia on Saturday after Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a rising political figure and likely 2026 presidential hopeful, was shot during a campaign rally in the Fontibón district of Bogotá. The 39-year-old lawmaker was addressing a crowd in
June 9, 2025

Greta Thunberg Detained On Gaza-Bound Aid Ship

Tension continues to rise in the eastern Mediterranean after Israeli naval forces intercepted a civilian aid boat headed to Gaza, detaining Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and 11 other human rights campaigners. The boat, part of a humanitarian initiative organized by the
June 9, 2025

Congo Students Brave Conflict to Take Exams

In the conflict-ridden eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the armed group M23 rebels have controlled significant territory, thousands of secondary school students took part in the annual national secondary school exams—a crucial step toward higher education and
June 7, 2025

Godbless Lema Blocked From Exiting Tanzania

Opposition leader Godbless Jonathan Lema was stopped from leaving the country early Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Namanga border crossing between Tanzania and Kenya, a move that has triggered political speculation and revived conversations around human rights and freedom of movement.
June 7, 2025

Billion-Dollar Feud Between Musk, Trump Escalates

A fast-growing dispute between Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to disrupt more than $22 billion in government space contracts. The clash, which exploded on social media and in the Oval Office, has raised alarm over the future of
June 6, 2025
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