Zimbabwe fast-tracked ban over lithium export rush
Zimbabwe fast-tracked the entry of a ban on raw lithium exports last week after mining companies engaged in an “unacceptable
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West African states to create new force to fight jihadists in region
The 12 countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reportedly decided to create a new force
NCA to scrap NGIC’s 5G exclusivity to boost competition
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has initiated the process to revoke the 5G exclusivity clause held by Next-Gen Infraco (NGIC).
U.S. Embassy halts visa services, warns of potential protests in Nigeria.
The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria announced the cancellation of all visa appointments set for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, citing security
No Ghanaian casualties as gov’t activates Middle East evacuation plan – Ablakwa
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says no Ghanaian has been killed or injured amid the latest developments in the
Zimbabwe cites reasons for quickly banning exports of key minerals.
Zimbabwe last week explained that government malpractice and revenue leakages motivated its bold move to ban lithium concentrate exports. Polite
Aliko Dangote plans to enter steel, power, and ports in industrial expansion.
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual and head of the Dangote Group, has announced new initiatives to grow into steel production,
New evacuation orders announced by Israel for areas in Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued fresh evacuation orders across Lebanon, including areas in southern Beirut, as tensions escalate sharply between
United States imposes sanctions on Rwanda military over fighting in DR Congo
The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s defence forces and top military officials over their role in ongoing
Zimbabwe releases over 4,000 prisoners under presidential amnesty
Zimbabwe on Monday began releasing nearly 4,000 inmates under a presidential amnesty in a bid to ease overcrowding in the