Japan Proposes Indian Ocean–Africa Economic Zone to Boost Trade and Development
On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has unveiled plans for an economic zone linking the Indian Ocean to Africa, signalling Tokyo’s […]
Articles by Steven Addamah
Namibia Targets Seafood Economy Transformation with New Development Plan
Namibia is set to overhaul its fishing industry by shifting from exporting raw materials to building a full-fledged seafood economy, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, […]
Death Toll Rises to 50 in Katsina Mosque Attack as Dozens Abducted
At least 50 people were killed and 60 others abducted in a terrorist attack on a mosque and nearby homes in Unguwan Mantau, Katsina State, […]
South Africa’s Agricultural Exports Surge Despite U.S. Tariffs, Diversification Urged
South Africa’s agricultural exports grew by 26 percent in the second quarter of 2025, reaching 161 million U.S. dollars despite facing global trade pressures, Agriculture […]
Qatar Presents Draft Peace Deal as Congo and M23 Rebels Continue Doha Talks
Qatar has shared a draft peace agreement with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group under the ongoing Doha peace […]
South African Journalists Rally in Cape Town for Protection of Gaza Colleagues
More than 2,000 people joined a protest march in Sea Point, Cape Town, on Sunday, August 17, led by South African journalists and media workers […]
25 Missing After Boat Capsizes in Northwestern Nigeria
At least 25 people are missing after a boat capsized on a river in Sokoto state, northwestern Nigeria, while transporting passengers to a market, authorities […]
India’s oil pivot: from Moscow to Lagos in high-stakes global shift
In a stunning pivot driven by geopolitical pressure, India has slashed its Russian oil imports and turned to Nigeria — Africa’s top producer — as […]
Uganda Launches $250m Chinese-Owned Gold Mine to Boost Exports and Value Addition
Uganda has inaugurated on August 17 its first large-scale gold mine, a $250 million project in Busia district owned by Chinese firm Wagagai Mining (U) […]
Nigeria and Brazil to Seal Historic Direct Flight Agreement During Tinubu’s Visit
Nigeria is set to sign a landmark Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil during President Bola Tinubu’s upcoming state visit to Brasilia, following his […]