Treasury rates climb as Trump pushes back deadline on Iran negotiations.
Yields on U.S. Treasury securities rose slightly on Friday morning as investors kept a close eye on developments in the […]
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Markets gain and oil eases after Trump reports progress in US-Iran talks.
Stock futures climbed while oil prices initially dropped after President Donald Trump announced early Monday that the United States and
U.S. moves to reconnect with Niger amid Sahel power shift.
A top diplomatic representative from the United States has conducted high-level discussions in Niger, signalling Washington’s intention to rebuild relations
Botswana, South Africa and DRC on standby as US rare earth stockpiles may last only two months.
The United States is facing a looming shortage of critical rare earth minerals, with its defence reserves reportedly lasting only
US Pledges 1,000 Companies to Strengthen Trade and Create Jobs in South Africa
The United States is aiming to strengthen economic ties with South Africa by promoting American investment that could raise the
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
U.S. penalizes Rwanda’s armed forces for involvement in Congo conflict
On Monday, the United States imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s defence forces and senior military leaders over their involvement in ongoing
Middle East strikes force Qatar LNG pause and shutdowns at Saudi, Iraqi Kurdish, and Israeli energy sites
On Monday, Qatar suspended production at its liquefied natural gas facilities, while Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down its largest domestic
Iran limits missiles to 2,000 km, keeping East Africa out of range
Amid rising tensions in the Middle East after joint U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, East Africans have been given
U.S. signals strategic comeback in the Sahel with $147M Burkina Faso health pact.
The U.S. is reinforcing its presence in West Africa’s Sahel, signing a $147 million health agreement with Burkina Faso that