South Africa has announced that it will withdraw its troops from the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a decision that reflects a strategic reassessment of the country’s military commitments abroad. Officials confirmed that the withdrawal will be carried
Feb 8, 2026
Ghana’s fashion industry is rapidly gaining international recognition, with a new generation of talented designers making their mark on the global stage. These creatives are redefining African fashion by blending traditional Ghanaian heritage with contemporary design, attracting worldwide attention
Feb 7, 2026
It will be the first European power plant to feature third-generation VVER-1200 reactors Paks II nuclear power plant in Hungary is now officially under construction. First concrete has been poured — and a ceremony to mark the occasion was held on February 5. Power units №5 and №6 will be built first
Feb 6, 2026
The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is the United States’ signature step to invest in the next generation of African leaders. Since its establishment in 2010 by Obama administration, YALI has offered diverse opportunities, including academic training in leadership, governance skills, o
Feb 6, 2026
In a significant act of cultural restoration, the Netherlands has returned a 3,500-year-old sculpture to Egypt, after the artefact was identified and traced back to its country of origin. The sculpture, looted decades ago, was recently discovered at a Dutch art fair and subsequently handed over to E
Feb 6, 2026
Zimbabwe has officially agreed to a Staff‑Monitored Programme (SMP) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), signaling a major step forward in the country’s efforts to stabilize its economy and implement key fiscal and monetary reforms. The SMP is a framework through which IMF experts monitor Zim
Feb 6, 2026
Severe flooding in northern Morocco has forced the evacuation of thousands of residents after days of heavy rainfall caused rivers to overflow, inundating towns and villages across the region, including Ksar El Kebir. The floods have submerged streets, homes, and farmland, prompting urgent action fr
Feb 6, 2026
Global cocoa prices surged recently after reports indicated that Côte d’Ivoire, the world’s top cocoa producer, delivered fewer beans than expected. The development has drawn attention in Ghana, the world’s second-largest cocoa exporter, given the potential effects on the country’s economy and agric
Feb 5, 2026
A Nigerian socialite, Nzube Henry Ikeji, has been accused of orchestrating a sophisticated scam in which he allegedly impersonated the Crown Prince of Dubai, defrauding a Romanian businesswoman of $2.5 million over several years. Investigations by the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
Feb 5, 2026
