Somali pirates seize Iran-linked oil tanker off Yemen
Somali piracy rebounds with seizure of sanctioned tanker
Mozambique approves new framework for online gambling
Mozambique separates online gambling from land-based casino concessions while officials prepare further rules for the emerging market.
Angola’s Muxima pilgrim image moves to Viana after Luanda tour
Angola’s Catholic faithful prepare for the Muxima pilgrimage as the Marian image moves from Luanda to the Diocese of Viana.
Algeria hands over 49 Moroccan migrants at Oujda crossing
Algerian authorities return 49 Moroccan nationals through Oujda, bringing August’s total to 59 as migrant assistance groups monitor other cases.
South African groups urge government to reject Navitas oil rights
Activists call on South Africa to block Navitas Petroleum’s offshore rights, citing human rights and environmental risks.
Nigeria plans law change to decriminalise suicide attempts
Nigeria faces severe shortages of mental health professionals as authorities move to decriminalise attempted suicide nationwide.
Trump threatens Iran trade partners with economic penalties
Washington considers tougher measures against Iran’s trading partners, potentially creating tensions with China over Iranian oil.
US-backed group weighs $500 million Tanzania nickel investment
Orion CMC weighs a major investment in Tanzania’s Kabanga nickel project amid efforts to secure critical mineral supplies.
Trump 2028 hat puts third term back in focus
Trump 2028 fuels fresh term-limit speculation
Around 40 children dead in Nigeria boat disaster
Dozens of children killed in Nigeria boat tragedy
US weighs reducing Gulf military presence after Iran war
Pentagon weighs shifting forces away from Gulf

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