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World

October 8, 2025

Kenya launches sovereign wealth & infrastructure funds amid debt pressures

Kenya’s government has unveiled plans to establish two new funds—a sovereign wealth fund (SWF) and an infrastructure fund—designed to channel domestic resources into strategic sectors while reducing dependence on debt. President William

World

October 23, 2025

John Heche: Top Chadema Politician Arrested Ahead of Tanzania Election

Who is John Heche? John Heche is a key member of Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA). He serves as the Vice-Chairman for Tanzania Mainland and previously represented

Business

January 9, 2026

Botswana Cuts Diamond Output 16% Amid Weak Global Demand

Botswana, the world’s leading diamond producer, will cut its 2025 diamond production by 16%. This significant reduction responds to plummeting global demand and the rising market share of lab-grown alternatives. For a nation

South Sudan and Huawei partner for ICT growth in 2026

To begin with, the South Sudan and Huawei partner for ICT growth initiative reached a new milestone on February 6, 2026. On that day, the Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal

February 10, 2026

Technology

Uganda Airlines: Between National Pride and Commercial Reality

The Uganda Airlines revival project stands at a complex intersection of national pride, public finance, and harsh commercial realities. Many Ugandans see the airline as a powerful symbol of reclaimed sovereignty—a Ugandan

February 10, 2026

Business·Finance

No More Money Roses: Kenya Cracks Down on Cash Bouquets Before Valentine’s Day

As Valentine’s Day approaches, Kenyan authorities have stepped in to end one of the season’s flashiest gifting trends. The practice of crafting elaborate “cash bouquets” using real banknotes has now been declared

February 8, 2026

News

From Chamber to Catwalk: How Ghana’s Lawmakers Turned Parliament into a Statement of Cultural Pride

On an otherwise ordinary parliamentary morning in Accra, something striking happened. The familiar palette of charcoal suits, muted ties, and polished leather shoes gave way to bold stripes, flowing cotton, and handwoven

February 8, 2026

News

After the Policy Collapse: Rwanda and the UK Head to Arbitration Over Abandoned Migration Pact

A migration policy once pitched as a bold solution to irregular asylum flows has resurfaced in an unexpected arena: international arbitration. Long after the United Kingdom formally abandoned its controversial asylum relocation

February 8, 2026

News

Ethiopian Airlines Resumes Flights to Tigray After Brief Suspension

Ethiopian Airlines has resumed flights to Tigray, an airline official confirmed on Tuesday—just days after it suspended service due to fresh violence in the region. The brief halt followed clashes between Ethiopian

February 3, 2026

Autos & Transportation

Innoson Opens Large CNG Vehicle Plant in Nigeria

Innoson Group is building one of the largest CNG vehicle plant facilities in the world, with annual capacity for up to 3,000 units across six vehicle types. Executive Chairman Innocent Chukwuma announced

February 3, 2026

Business·Autos & Transportation

Burkina Faso Reports Record Gold Output in 2025

Burkina Faso recorded one of its strongest years in extractive history, with gold output surpassing 73 tonnes in 2025—more than 30 tonnes above 2024 levels. Minister Gouba shared these figures while presenting

February 3, 2026

Business

Mali Lawmaker Sentenced in Ivory Coast: Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Over Criticism of President Ouattara

In a development that has sent ripples through West African politics, Mamadou Hawa Gassama, a prominent Malian lawmaker, has been sentenced to three years in prison in Ivory Coast for insulting the

February 1, 2026

Africa

Tragedy Strikes in DR Congo: Over 200 Lives Lost in Mine Collapse Amid Ongoing Conflict

In a devastating tragedy in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), more than 200 people were killed after a mine in the town of Rubaya collapsed due to heavy rains. The collapse

February 1, 2026

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