The Democratic Republic of Congo has produced its first 1,000 tonnes of traceable artisanal cobalt. The mineral powers batteries used in electric cars, phones, and laptops, making it vital to global clean-energy goals. The DRC holds most of the world’s cobalt reserves and supplies more than 70 percent of global demand. READ ALSO: DRC: M23 …
The United Nations (UN) and the African Union (AU) Commission have announced a renewed partnership to align their development goals and strengthen peace efforts across Africa. The collaboration seeks to merge the AU’s Agenda 2063, aimed at achieving a peaceful and prosperous continent, with the UN’s Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. UN Secretary-General António Guterres …
Nigeria’s economy recorded its eleventh consecutive month of expansion in October 2025, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), which rose to 55.4 points from 54.0 points in September. The CBN report highlighted growth across the industry, services, and agriculture sectors. The industry sector PMI reached 54.2 points, with 9 …
Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Musalia Mudavadi, claims that former soldiers are among over 200 Kenyans believed to be fighting for Russia in the ongoing war in Ukraine. Mudavadi urged citizens to exercise caution, noting that recruitment agencies continue to lure Kenyans with false promises of high pay. READ ALSO: Kenya Seizes Over One Tonne of …
For the first time in history, Africa is hosting the G20 Summit, as world leaders gather in Johannesburg, South Africa, under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.” The event marks a historic moment for the continent, offering Africa a chance to move from the sidelines to shaping global economic and political agendas. South African President Cyril …
South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims of a “genocide” against White Afrikaners as false and inflammatory. Speaking during his medium-term budget update on Wednesday, Godongwana said South Africa has been “falsely accused of genocide against its white community and threatened with sanctions based on lies.” His comment comes …
Anthony Joshua is set to face YouTube sensation turned professional boxer Jake Paul in a heavyweight clash in Miami later this year, with negotiations between their camps nearing completion. Paul had been scheduled to fight American boxer Davis this Saturday, but the bout was cancelled after allegations of domestic violence were made against Davis. Following …
Libyan authorities have deported 80 Nigerians held in various detention facilities across the country, as part of efforts to curb irregular migration and reduce overcrowding in holding centers. The Department for Combating Illegal Migration (DCIM), in coordination with the Nigerian Consulate in Tripoli, facilitated the repatriation via Mitiga International Airport on Wednesday. According to Migrant …
Oil prices dropped on Thursday, extending losses from the previous session, as rising U.S. crude inventories and a shift in OPEC’s supply outlook raised concerns about global oversupply. Brent crude fell 20 cents to $62.51 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate dropped 24 cents to $58.25 a barrel. U.S. crude stockpiles rose by 1.3 …
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a bill ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, just hours after the House of Representatives voted to restore food assistance, pay hundreds of thousands of federal workers, and revive the air-traffic control system. The Republican-controlled House passed the funding package 222–209, with Trump’s backing helping to unify …
