Yesterday
UN officials call attention to Sudan's dangerous civilian situation
• 8:27 PM
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The chief spokesperson for the UN Human Rights Office, Ravina Shamdasani, cautioned of increasing civilian danger in Sudan due to targeted ethnic attacks in Al Jazirah, posing a threat to the ongoing conflict over Khartoum.
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Saint Helena: how a tiny island is trying to achieve carbon neutrality
• 6:11 PM
3 min
Saint Helena, an island of some 4,000 inhabitants, has just installed its first electric vehicle charging station. It is part of the island's wider quest to go fully green.
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The perils of illegal mining: a survivor's six-month nightmare
• 5:57 PM
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A miner who endured six months trapped in an abandoned mine in South Africa has recounted the terrifying experience he faced after a police crackdown cut off food and essential supplies to thousands engaged in illegal gold mining.
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Seeking justice: new Syrian leaders meet with ICC chief prosecutor in Damascus
• 5:41 PM
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The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in Damascus on Friday. He will confer with Syria's transitional government on how to seek justice and accountability for alleged war crimes.
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Togo weighs joining the alliance of sahel states, says foreign minister
• 3:56 PM
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Togo is considering the possibility of joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), as indicated by the Togolese Foreign Minister during an interview with Voxafrica on Thursday.
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SpaceX’s Starship Test Flight Ends in Destruction After Successful Booster Catch
• 3:08 PM
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SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on a test flight Thursday, but the spacecraft was destroyed after losing engine power.
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Al-Rajhi wins Dakar Rally at 11th attempt and Sanders sews up motorbike domination
• 2:59 PM
3 min
After 13 days of desert racing and more than 5,000 kilometers of specials, Al-Rajhi beat home Henk Lategan of South Africa by less than four minutes, the smallest margin in 15 years.
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South African miner describes horrors for those who spent months underground
• 2:50 PM
6 min
Usually, the men would eat meat, bread, and porridge cooked over camp stoves run by propane, but all of these had run out.
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Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba stirs debate with return to social media
• 1:49 PM
1 min
He instructed security forces to immediately arrest opposition members, such as those affiliated with the National Unity Platform (NUP), if they wore clothing resembling military uniforms. “
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Putin to welcome Iranian president for strategic agreement signing
• 1:45 PM
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Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Friday to formalize a significant agreement between Moscow and Tehran.
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Madrid pet owners bring animals to Saint Anthony Church for annual blessing
• 1:44 PM
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Pet owners in Madrid had their animals blessed at Saint Anthony Church, a tradition believed to bring health and protection, celebrating St. Anthony’s feast day.
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South Sudan imposes nighttime curfew after anti-Sudanese protests turn violent
• 1:35 PM
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The curfew, starting at 6:00 pm daily, was announced Friday by Police Chief Abraham Manyuat on state television as new demonstrations erupted in Juba and other cities.
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Russia jails 3 lawyers of Alexei Navalny for extremism
• 11:27 AM
3 min
Vadim Kobzev, Igor Sergunin and Alexei Liptser were already in custody and were given sentences from 3 1/2 to five years by a court in the town of Petushki, about 100 kilometers (60 miles) east of Moscow
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Six planets line up in the sky this month and you can see them
• 8:51 AM
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During this month's parade, Mars shines especially bright because it's located directly opposite the sun. To get in on the planetary hangout, go outside on a clear night a few hours hours after sunset between 7:00 and 8:30 p.m. and face south
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Lebanon: newly-elected president receives visit from French president Macron
• 8:24 AM
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France's Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Beirut early Friday morning to meet with his newly-elected peer Joseph Aoun and caretaker prime minister Najib Mikati.
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South Africa authorities face scrutiny over mine response
• 6:52 AM
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South African authorities face growing anger over their handling of a standoff with illegal miners trapped in an abandoned gold mine, as the death toll from the incident reached at least 87
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Sierra Leone calls back ambassador after drug seizure in Guinea embassy incident
• 12:44 AM
1 min
Guinea's authorities impounded the vehicle on Monday and detained its occupants, suspecting them of trafficking drugs.
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Thursday, january 16, 2025
Italy Commits €400 Million to Support Tunisia's Energy Initiatives
• 8:45 PM
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Italy and Tunisia formalized a two-year partnership on Thursday, with Italy pledging 400 million euros to support development initiatives focused on energy transition and the advancement of renewable energy sources.
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Israeli air strikes in Gaza leave 72 dead as ceasefire is delayed
• 6:21 PM
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Netanyahu said earlier in the day that a last-minute dispute with Hamas was holding up Israeli approval of a long-awaited ceasefire that would pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip and release dozens of hostages.
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Heavy rain triggers widespread flooding across southern Brazil
• 6:14 PM
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Heavy overnight rain caused floods to wreak havoc in Brazil's Balneário Camboriú, Itajaí, and Camboriú regions.
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Benin: Driving the Caribbean-Africa Economic Corridor? [Business Africa]
Business • 5:56 PM
3 min
This week on Business Africa, we cover the resurgence of oil production in South Sudan, the strengthening of economic ties between Benin and CARICOM, and the impact of internet shutdowns in sub-Saharan Africa, which have cost billions of dollars.
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Putin and Touadera explore deeper military cooperation in Moscow
• 5:31 PM
1 min
Russian President Vladimir Putin held discussions with his counterpart Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera in Moscow on Thursday, focusing on enhancing security collaboration between their nations.
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The US prepares to announce sanctions against Sudan's army chief
• 4:45 PM
1 min
The report comes a week after Washington imposed the same measures against Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's rival, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, who leads the Rapid Support Forces.
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UN: Antonio Guterres sets priorities for 2025
• 4:38 PM
1 min
Another priority addressed to the United Nations Assembly was the rampant inequalities and the failure to meet commitments to achieve sustainable development goals. With five years to go before the deadline, 4,000 billion dollars are still missing, he sai
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy and British leader Keir Starmer honour fallen heroes in Kyiv
• 4:30 PM
1 min
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Ukraine to strengthen ties and pledge additional military aid to the war-torn country.
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill 72 as ceasefire delayed
• 4:06 PM
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Gaza's Health Ministry reports 72 dead from Israeli airstrikes despite a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas reportedly agreed on Wednesday.
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Enhancing trade relations: UAE and Kenya sign economic pact
Business • 3:25 PM
2 min
The UAE and Kenya have entered into a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) designed to bolster trade and investment between the two countries.
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Mohamed Salah reportedly set for record offer from Saudi Arabian team
• 2:46 PM
1 min
The Egyptian football star has reportedly been offered close to $80 million to tempt him to leave Liverpool for two seasons in Saudia Arabia.
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Biden warns of oligarchy threatening American democracy in farewell speech
• 1:50 PM
2 min
US President Joe Biden cautioned against the dangerous power accumulation among the ultra-wealthy in his farewell address, emphasizing the need for a peaceful transition and expressing concerns about his successor, Donald Trump without directly naming him
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Tanzania denies suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus
• 11:18 AM
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Tanzania’s Health Minister, Jenista Mhagama, said after samples of suspected cases were tested, they were found to be negative for the Ebola-like virus.
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Gaza celebrates as Israel and Hamas reportedly reach ceasefire deal
• 11:17 AM
1 min
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas brings hope to end 15 months of conflict, with phased release of hostages and humanitarian aid flowing into Gaza.
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Vanuatu holds snap election a month after destructive earthquake
• 9:59 AM
2 min
Governments tend to lack stability in Vanuatu, which has a population of 330,000 people who inhabit an archipelago of more than 80 coral and volcanic islands
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Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg disease has Tanzanians on edge
• 9:26 AM
2 min
At least nine possible cases of the Ebola-like virus have been reported since the weekend, of which eight of those infected have died.
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Protests greet new Mozambican president
• 8:26 AM
1 min
Daniel Chapo took his oath as the country’s fifth president before about 2,500 people who endured intense heat in front of a city hall in the capital, Maputo. Not far from the inauguration venue, police and supporters of Venancio Mondlane who also claims
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Gaza erupts in celebration on news of ceasefire deal
• 7:04 AM
2 min
The deal promises the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in phases, the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel and would allow hundreds of thousands of people displaced in Gaza to return to what remains of their homes
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87 miners dead in South Africa standoff amid Police tactics outrage
• 12:45 AM
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Volunteers from the community who are familiar with the mine have been in the cage as it is dropped deep underground.
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Ethiopian vets raise awareness about health and welfare of working horses
• 12:27 AM
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Brooke equine welfare charity says diseased horses are often abandoned and left to wander the streets alone.
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Wednesday, january 15, 2025
Nigeria: Inflation rate rises for fourth consecutive month
Business • 8:32 PM
1 min
In December, Nigeria's inflation rate increased for the fourth consecutive month, hitting 34.80 percent according to data from the statistics agency.
That’s up from 34.60% in November.
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The impeached South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol detained
• 7:30 PM
1 min
A convoy carrying South Korea’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, on Wednesday arrived at a detention center in Seoul having left the headquarters of the country's Corruption Investigation Office.
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Libya: UN calls for investigation into reports of prison torture
• 6:39 PM
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The UN support mission in Libya is calling for an urgent investigation into reports of torture at the Gernada prison in the east of the country. It comes after footage surfaced that is believed to show detainees in the facility being abused.
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Uganda: Military court rules Kizza Besigye can be tried for treachery
• 6:22 PM
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A Ugandan military court has ruled that opposition figure Kizza Besigye can be tried for treachery; if convicted, he could be sentenced to death. The court’s decision adds to the legal woes he is grappling with ahead of 2026 presidential elections.
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Tunisia: Harissa festival attracts tourists around the world
• 6:07 PM
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A harissa festival in Tunisia is attracting interest from around the world thanks to the inclusion of the spicy seasoning on the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage in 2022.
Artisan producers have never been busier as the traditional condiment is
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DRC: Three Chinese sentenced to seven years in prison for illegal mining
• 5:51 PM
3 min
This is the first conviction by a Congolese court for unauthorised mining in the country, according to court documents.
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Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire deal to pause Gaza war and release some hostages
• 5:46 PM
11 min
The deal, coming after weeks of painstaking negotiations in the Qatari capital, promises the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in phases, the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel and would allow hundreds of thousands of people
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84-year-old pensioner fends off launderette mugger with pair of jeans
• 5:24 PM
1 min
An 84-year-old man in Maltby, England, fended off a would-be mugger using nothing but a pair of jeans in a dramatic confrontation inside a launderette.
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Rwanda discovers oil in Lake Kivu
• 4:32 PM
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“We have oil,” said Francis Kamanzi, CEO of the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board, during a parliamentary hearing, as reported by local media group Igihe.
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Why do civilians often die in Nigerian military strikes that target rebels?
• 4:08 PM
4 min
Since 2017, the military has killed about 400 civilians, according to SBM Intelligence, a Lagos-based research firm ...
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Rescuers continue operation at abandoned South Africa gold mine
• 3:20 PM
1 min
Rescuers at an abandoned gold mine in South Africa have recovered at least 60 bodies as of Tuesday evening. Hundreds more still thought to be beneath the ground, many dead and others too weak to come out on their own.
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Mozambique: Daniel Chapo sworn in as president
• 2:46 PM
1 min
International observers reported irregularities in the vote and the alteration of some results, but the Constitutional Council upheld Frelimo’s victory last month.
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Suspected Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania sparks concern
• 2:25 PM
2 min
The recent Tanzanian outbreak has been reported in the Kagera region, which shares a border with Rwanda.
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Space X Launches Lunar Landers towards Moon
• 2:09 PM
1 min
Space X has launched a rocket towards the moon with two lunar landers on board. NASA is supporting the endeavour; if it goes to plan, it will be the largest commercial mission to the moon so far.
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Watch as SpaceX launches Moon landers for private companies
• 11:51 AM
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The two landers are expected to touch down on the surface of the moon in two and four months respectively.
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Haiti names new security chief as gangs step up raids
• 10:31 AM
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The government on Tuesday swore in Mario Andrésol as the new state secretary for public security. Andrésol served as director of Haiti's National Police nearly 20 years ago
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Nearly 200 arrested in West Africa crackdown on illegal gold and sand mining
• 9:28 AM
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Interpol, which coordinated the West African police operation dubbed “Sanu, " announced the move on Tuesday.
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Zimbabwe opposition backs move to extend president's mandate
• 8:51 AM
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On Tuesday, a top official of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), the party of opposition chief Nelson Chamisa - said the outfit would not block the proposal when officially presented by the government. If endorsed via a potential referendum, the cha
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Irregular migration into European Union fell sharply in 2024 - Border agency
• 6:53 AM
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The agency said that there were just over 239,000 detections of irregular border crossings, the lowest number registered since 2021, when migration was lower due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The decrease was mainly driven by a 59% plunge in arrivals via the
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Morocco tops Africa’s tourism charts with record-breaking growth
• 12:57 AM
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“This milestone brings us closer to our goal of ranking among the world’s top 15 tourist destinations,”
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Sednaya Prison: A Haunting Legacy of Assad's Brutality, Says UN Official
• 12:21 AM
1 min
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk visited the notorious Sednaya prison near Damascus, describing it as "haunted by the memories of utmost cruelty."
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African Union commends Somalia, Ethiopia for restoring ties
• 12:02 AM
1 min
The African Union which is headquartered in Ethiopia's capital walked a tight rope throughout the dispute, careful not to criticize its hosts while also facing Somali pressure to intervene
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Tuesday, january 14, 2025
Supporters of former Bolivian president Evo Morales clash with police
• 11:25 PM
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Bolivian police used tear gas and detained two supporters of former President Evo Morales on Monday after they marched in La Paz, without their leader, against the country's economic crisis and in support of the former leader.
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South Africa: Miners reappear after a police operation
• 6:12 PM
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Authorities say the miners are able to come out and are refusing, but that has been disputed by rights groups and activists, who have fiercely criticized police tactics in cutting off the miners' food and water supplies from the surface last year in an at
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Nabil Bentaleb back training with Lille after cardiorespiratory arrest
• 5:21 PM
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After suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest several months ago, former Tottenham and Algeria midfielder Nabil Bentaleb is back training with French club Lille. The 30 year old is hoping to restart his career after being fitted with a pacemaker.
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Ukrainian amputees, many wounded in the war, participated in Ukraine's first “League of the Mighty”
• 4:30 PM
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Organized by Ukraine’s Football Association, it includes six teams of lower-limb amputees and goalkeepers with upper-limb amputations.
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Why is Spain considering a 100% tax on homes bought by non-EU residents?
Business • 1:50 PM
3 min
Spain is planning a raft of measures to address its brewing housing crisis, including an up to 100% tax on properties bought by non-European Union residents.
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Saturday, january 11, 2025
Friday, january 10, 2025
Ghana eyes extra IMF support as new government tackles economic crisis
Business • 2:05 PM
1 min
"The reliance on Treasury bills and others has not been very helpful,"
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UN predicts world economic growth at subdued 2.8% in 2025
Business • 1:37 PM
3 min
European growth this year is projected to gradually pick up after a weaker than expected performance in 2024.
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Thursday, january 9, 2025
Tuesday, january 7, 2025
Seeing Through Art: Jean de Dieu’s Triumph Over Blindness
Culture • 8:04 PM
3 min
Jean de Dieu Uwukunda, a visually impaired artist from Rwanda, has built a successful career in painting and drawing despite his blindness.
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Indonesia becomes latest BRICS member
Business • 11:38 AM
3 min
Indonesia has been admitted as a full member of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, the group's presiding country Brazil announced Monday
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Monday, january 6, 2025
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Friday, january 3, 2025
Ghana passes provisional budget ahead of transition
Business • 3:08 PM
1 min
Ghana's parliament has passed a provisional budget that allows the government to spend $4.65 billion through March.
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Egypt’s tourism sector hits record revenues
Business • 2:24 PM
1 min
.Tourism was one of Egypt’s fastest-growing sectors, with an 8.2% growth rate, contributing significantly to the economy’s 3.5% growth in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024/2025.
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Thursday, january 2, 2025
Africa 2024: contrasting Growth, shared Resilience [Business Africa]
Business • 5:06 PM
3 min
In this edition of Business Africa, we look at Africa's economic resilience in 2024, the innovation of the Inshelve app in Botswana and the rise of betting in Zimbabwe.
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Nigeria to launch credit guarantee firm to boost economy
Business • 10:24 AM
1 min
“This initiative will strengthen the confidence of the financial system, expand credit access, and support underserved groups such as women and youth,”
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Monday, december 30, 2024
Thursday, december 26, 2024
Economic spotlight on Ghana, Nigeria, and Africa's Christmas Season {Business Africa}
Business • 7:40 PM
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In Ghana, as a new administration takes office, the business community calls for fiscal discipline, job creation, and price stability. And from carnivals to gift-giving, Christmas in Africa drives retail sales, travel, and vibrant street parades in variou
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Biogas production units slash living costs for farmers in Egypt
Business • 2:33 PM
1 min
As interest in biogas as an alternative to fossil fuels increases, dozens of farmers in Egypt are installing biogas produciton units. The units produce cooking fuel and organic fertiliser from manure, and farmers say they have also cut living costs.
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Wednesday, december 25, 2024
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Driving Change: Diaspora Investments, Urban Farming, and Tourism Growth in Africa {Business Africa}
Business • 8:16 PM
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Malian Diaspora is Driving Sustainable Development Through Innovative Investments. Ciwara Capital is leveraging resources to boost agriculture, create jobs, and build climate resilience in Mali and as food insecurity grips Kenya, urban farming is transfor
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D-8 Summit: Leaders Address Gaza, Syria instability
Business • 5:30 PM
1 min
In his opening remarks, el-Sissi warned that Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, its spillover into Lebanon, and recent developments in Syria "will have repercussions that will affect everyone, politically and economically."
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Eskom reports R55 billion loss, predicts profit by 2025
Business • 3:27 PM
1 min
the embattled utility is optimistic about its future, forecasting a profit of over R10 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025
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Wednesday, december 18, 2024
Tuesday, december 17, 2024
Friday, december 13, 2024
Egyptian foreign minister condemns Israeli attacks in Syria
Business • 11:36 AM
1 min
The foreign ministers of Egypt and China discussed the situation in Syria during talks on Friday in Beijing.
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Beijing accuses US of 'politicising' trade after targeting Huawei again
Business • 11:18 AM
1 min
A new bill targeting Chinese telecom equipment makers Huawei and ZTE was passed by Congress on Wednesday. Beijing called the measure protectionism disguised as national security
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Cameroon becomes first importer of Dangote's petroleum
Business • 8:27 AM
1 min
The first export of 60,000 tonnes of refined petroleum went to Neptune Oil, a major distributor and retailer in Central Africa. The company said it was working with the refiner to establish 'a reliable supply chain that will help stabilize fuel prices and
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Ghana's Kente cloth recognized as UNESCO cultural heritage
Culture • 12:13 AM
1 min
This global recognition under the 2003 Convention for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage highlights the cultural and historical significance of the vibrant, handwoven textile.
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Thursday, december 12, 2024
African development bank approves $108 million loan for Zambia
Business • 5:47 PM
2 min
The African Development Bank Group's Board of Directors has approved a $108 million loan to Zambia to enhance the nation's economic governance and implement reforms in essential public sectors.
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Burundi 2040: Is Corruption Undermining the Vision? [Business Africa]
Business • 4:11 PM
3 min
This week, we explore Burundi's ambitions to become an industrial economy by 2040, Burkina Faso's progress in industrialization through crowdfunding, and the potential of the leather and footwear sector in Nigeria.
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Food banks gain popularity as Nigerians grapple with high living costs
Business • 9:41 AM
5 min
With over 30 million Nigerians facing acute hunger, according to the United Nations, food banks — previously uncommon in the country — have become a vital and welcome lifeline.
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Monday, december 9, 2024
Morocco Sees Record 15.9 Million Tourists in 2024
Business • 5:52 PM
1 min
Morocco received a record 15.9 million tourists in the first 11 months of this year, surpassing the total in the entire previous year
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Marrakech festival spotlights tensions animating Morocco's movie industry
Culture • 1:12 PM
7 min
“I am Moroccan. I am gay. And I always have wanted to put the reality of Moroccan gays in cinema,” Taia said, introducing the film at a screening last week.
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Friday, december 6, 2024
USA: McKinsey pays fine for corruption in South Africa
Business • 11:47 AM
1 min
An African subsidiary of consulting firm McKinsey & Company Inc. will pay a criminal fine of more than $122 million to end a U.S. Justice Department investigation into a years-long bribery scheme of South African officials, U.S. authorities said Thursday.
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Africa’s Green Economy: A Job Creation Revolution by 2030 {Business Africa}
Business • 6:31 AM
2 min
Africa's Green Economy is set to create 3.3 million jobs by 2030, driven by solar energy and climate-smart agriculture according a report while Zenith Bank Plc launches its Paris branch, a major milestone in its global expansion strategy.
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Thursday, december 5, 2024
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