South Africa raises policy rate to 7.25% as inflation risks intensify
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, increased its policy rate by 25 basis points to 7.25 per cent, citing renewed […]
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Togo backs Sahel alliance, rejects isolation of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger
Togolese Foreign Minister Robert Dussey said on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, that Togo had chosen to support Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger because their security […]
Mali’s Goïta calls for reconciliation as country marks 66th Independence Day
Mali’s military leader, General Assimi Goïta, called for dialogue and reconciliation among Malians in a televised address on Monday, September 21, 2026, ahead of the […]
Kenya shuts over 600 recruitment Agencies amid overseas jobs scams
The Kenyan Government has closed more than 600 recruitment Agencies suspected of malpractice as authorities intensify efforts to protect citizens seeking employment abroad. Prime Cabinet […]
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration, pushes for more inclusive global governance
The 18th BRICS Summit concluded in New Delhi, India, on September 13, 2026, with leaders adopting the New Delhi Declaration, which seeks to deepen cooperation […]
Mali prosecutors seek three-year sentence for journalist over Kidal remarks
Malian prosecutors have requested a three-year prison sentence, with two years to be served, for journalist Abdrahamane Keïta over comments he made about the security […]
More Than 70 Killed, Including Over 50 Soldiers, in Mali Ambush
More than 70 people, including over 50 Malian soldiers, have been killed in an ambush by terrorists and Tuareg separatists in northern Mali, according to […]
Botswana Warns Citizens Against Deceptive Recruitment Into Russia-Ukraine War
The Government of Botswana has raised alarm over an increasing number of its citizens being deceived into travelling to Russia, where they are reportedly being […]
Russia Sets Economic, Digital Agenda for October Africa Summit
Russia has outlined key priorities for the 3r Russia-Africa Summit scheduled for October 2026 in Moscow, with a focus on strengthening economic cooperation, digital technologies, […]
Russia offers Mozambique support to tackle northern terrorism
Russia has pledged to support Mozambique’s efforts to eliminate the terrorist threat in the country’s north, following talks between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and […]