BRICS Bank Approves R5 Billion to Boost South Africa's Rail Sector
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BRICS Bank Approves R5 Billion to Boost South Africa’s Rail Sector

In a significant move aimed at modernising South Africa’s transport infrastructure, the New Development Bank (NDB) has approved a R5

Global Cocoa Prices Surge to Record Highs
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Ghana Set to Raise Cocoa Farmers’ Pay by 45%

In a significant move to support its cocoa farmers and curb the rising issue of bean smuggling, Ghana is preparing

News24 | Lesotho counts foreign-owned businesses, says SA retailers must find local partners
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Lesotho counts foreign-owned businesses, says SA retailers must find local partners

Lesotho Trade and Industry Minister Mokhethi Shelile. (@UNLesotho/X) Lesotho has rekindled moves to implement localisation rules for certain types of

China-Africa Cooperation Summit
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African Leaders Attend China-Africa Cooperation Summit in Beijing

As African leaders converge on Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), they are focused

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Chidimma Adetshina Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria After Nationality Controversy in South Africa

Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, marking a triumphant turn in her journey after

Tunisian President Kais Saied (L) shaking hands Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani, in Tunis, Tunisia, Aug. 1, 2023. (AP Photo)
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Tunisian President Sacks Prime Minister Amid Rising Tensions

In a surprise move late Wednesday, Tunisian President Kais Saied dismissed Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani and swiftly appointed Social Affairs

Nigeria Detains Seven Polish Nationals and Local Tailors for Making Russian Flags Used in Protests
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Nigeria Detains Seven Polish Nationals and Local Tailors for Making Russian Flags Used in Protests

Nigeria has detained several tailors who were allegedly involved in creating Russian flags that were waved during anti-government protests in

British Envoy Assures Of Safety Of Nigerians In The UK, As He Meets NIDCOM Boss
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British Envoy Assures Of Safety Of Nigerians In The UK

Following the recent disorder in a number of cities in the United Kingdom, British High Commissioner to Nigeria Dr Richard

President Tinubu Calls for Suspension of Protests Amid Rising Tensions
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Nigeria’s President Tinubu Calls for Suspension of Protests

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Sunday urged citizens to suspend ongoing protests against the rising cost of living to allow

Niger's General Abdourahamane Tchiani (C) welcomed his Malian and Burkinabé counterparts, Col Assimi Goïta (L) and Capt Ibrahim Traoré (R), to Niamey
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Niger Joins Mali and Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Ukraine

Niger’s junta announced on Tuesday that it has severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine following remarks from Ukrainian officials perceived as