DRC bans copper and cobalt concentrate exports to boost local processing
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has banned the export of copper and cobalt concentrates as part of a major policy shift aimed at promoting […]
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Senegal begins ECOWAS-backed role to support Guinea-Bissau’s political transition
Senegal has started its role as facilitator of Guinea-Bissau’s political transition after being appointed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Senegalese Foreign […]
Tanzania, Uganda sign deal to develop Tanga into regional energy hub
Tanzania and Uganda have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop the northeastern Tanzanian port city of Tanga into a regional energy hub. The […]
Angola Parliament approves tax incentives for six oil blocks to boost investment
Angola’s National Assembly has approved on Thursday the granting of tax incentives to six oil blocks as part of efforts to attract investment and support […]
South Sudan: SPLM-IO rejects Kiir-led dialogue ahead of December elections
South Sudan’s main opposition group, the SPLM-IO, has rejected President Salva Kiir’s proposed inter-party dialogue ahead of the country’s December 2026 elections, calling instead for […]
World Aquaculture Society seeks partnership with Angola to boost aquaculture
The World Aquaculture Society (WAS) has expressed interest in partnering with Angola to strengthen the country’s aquaculture sector and promote sustainable fish production. The proposed […]
Togo dismisses 78 public officials over administrative breaches
Togo has dismissed 78 public officials between 2025 and 2026 for violating statutory obligations as part of efforts to strengthen ethics and good governance within […]
Ethiopia accuses Egypt of using GERD dispute to divert attention from domestic challenges
Ethiopia has accused Egypt of intensifying its campaign against the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) to shift public attention away from internal economic and political […]
Senegal jails three pro-Pastef commentators over remarks allegedly targeting President
A Dakar court on Wednesday, August 5, sentenced to prison terms three columnists linked to Senegal’s Pastef party for allegedly insulting the Head of State […]
Nigeria: Rescue of 308 kidnapping victims in largest single-day operation
The Nigerian Government on Wednesday announced the rescue of 308 people abducted in separate attacks in Kwara and Niger states, describing it as the country’s […]