Gabonese Footballer Boupendza Mourned After Fatal Fall in China at Age 28
The sudden death of Gabon international Aaron Boupendza at the age of 28 has been announced by the Gabonese Football Federation (Fegafoot) on April 16, […]
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Trump Unveils Sweeping Tariffs, Escalating Global Trade Tensions and Economic Fears
U.S. President Donald Trump has introduced on April 2 a bold set of tariffs, including a 34% levy on imports from China and a 20% […]
Addis Ababa Introduces 100 Electric Buses to Boost Sustainable Transport
The city of Addis Ababa has launched a fleet of 100 electric buses, marking a significant step towards promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation in Ethiopia. […]
Beijing Strengthens African Partnerships Through FOCAC Initiative
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Congolese peer Jean-Claude Gakosso in Beijing last week, reinforcing commitments to enhance the quality of China-Africa cooperation […]
US struggles to keep up with China in Africa’s critical minerals race, say experts
The race for Africa’s vast reserves of critical minerals, essential for the production of electric vehicles or renewable energy, has become a major geopolitical battleground […]
India and Mauritius Strengthen Strategic Ties Amid Growing Chinese Influence in the Indian Ocean
India and Mauritius have upgraded their bilateral relations to an “enhanced strategic partnership” during a recent visit on Wednesday March 12 by Indian Prime Minister […]
China’s expanding influence presents mixture of real and imagined threats to African nations — study
China’s growing presence in Africa is often depicted in media with stark red maps showing Beijing’s expanding footprint across the continent, but such visuals oversimplify […]
Zambia’s Failure to Address Lead Poisoning Crisis Endangers Children’s Health, Warns HRW
On 5th March 2025, Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a stark warning about the increasing exposure of children to lead poisoning in Zambia, particularly in […]
Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s First President, Passes Away at 95
Sam Nujoma, the revered independence Leader who steered Namibia to freedom from apartheid South Africa and served as the country’s first President for 15 years, […]
Marco Rubio to Skip G20 Talks Amid Tensions Over South Africa’s Land Expropriation Law
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that he will skip the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) talks in South Africa, citing growing […]