Russia issues official response to claims of recruiting Nigerians for the Ukraine conflict.
The Russian ambassador to Nigeria has denied allegations that Nigerians are being recruited to participate in the Ukraine war, asserting […]
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Africa’s biggest diamond producer plans to increase income taxes as the diamond boom loses momentum.
Botswana is considering increases to corporate and personal income taxes in an effort to offset declining diamond revenues and reduce
Russia and Ethiopia exchange $435 million worth of coffee and machinery in trade.
In 2025, trade between Russia and Ethiopia exceeded $435 million, almost three times higher than the previous year, highlighting a
China criticizes UK over visa scheme expansion after Jimmy Lai’s conviction.
China’s embassy in London sharply condemned the U.K.’s expansion of its visa program for Hong Kong residents, describing the move
The 2026 Mining Indaba has kicked off in Cape Town with the theme “Stronger Together.”
Cape Town is hosting the 2026 Mining Indaba, which convened on Tuesday under the theme “Stronger Together.” The annual conference
Trump envoy rejects claims that US is dismantling world order
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker on Monday criticized a Munich Security Conference report warning of a dangerous shift in
Trump opposes Israeli annexation of West Bank: Report
US President Donald Trump is opposed to Israel annexing the occupied West Bank, Axios correspondent Barak Ravid reported Monday. “A
Burkina Faso’s parliament endorses a ban on political parties.
Burkina Faso’s interim legislature has approved a law banning all political parties, a move seen by analysts as strengthening the military government’s hold on power. The decision abolishes existing laws regulating parties and opposition activity, despite international calls to protect civic freedoms.
Egypt advances plans for a $1bn marina and hotel project along the Red Sea.
Egypt has announced a $1 billion mixed-use project on its Red Sea coastline as part of efforts to boost tourism
Kofi Adams urges Africa to recognize sports as a key driver of economic growth.
Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams has urged African governments to elevate sports as a strategic economic sector