Zambia has decided not to pursue a one-year extension of its IMF loan programme, which is due to expire at the end of January, as it prepares for elections and faces high inflation.
Zambia drops IMF loan extension plan ahead of programme expiry Read More »
Clashes between a Zande militia, CAR army, and Wagner mercenaries have killed one and displaced civilians.
Clashes erupt in Central African Republic between militia and army Read More »
De Beers has attracted interest from African governments and investors as Anglo American looks to sell its stake, while the company targets growth in India and industrial diamonds.
De Beers draws African and global interest as Anglo plans exit Read More »
The US has expanded its visa bond policy to 38 countries, requiring some visitor visa applicants to post refundable bonds of up to $15,000.
US expands visa bond rules for visitors from 38 countries Read More »
Fossils found in a Moroccan cave and dated to 773,000 years ago are offering new insight into archaic humans who may be close ancestors of Homo sapiens.
Moroccan fossils shed new light on human origins Read More »
Heavy snowfall in northern Algeria and western Tunisia caused road closures, stranded vehicles, and rescue operations while continuing through Wednesday.
Heavy snow paralyzes roads, traps vehicles in Algeria Read More »
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi has launched a New Year tour of four African countries aimed at strengthening political trust, expanding trade, and reinforcing Beijing’s engagement across the continent.
China’s top diplomat launches Africa tour to deepen trade ties Read More »
Turkey announced that the damaged black box and cockpit voice recorder from the Libyan jet that crashed near Ankara will be analysed in the UK.
Turkey sends damaged Libyan jet recorders to the UK for analysis Read More »
Israel said it held a third joint military committee meeting with Morocco, signing a 2026 work plan to deepen security cooperation, with no immediate comment from Rabat.
Israel signs new military work plan with Morocco at Tel Aviv talks Read More »
At least 31 undocumented migrants drowned and many remain missing after an overloaded boat capsized off the coast of Gambia on New Year’s Eve.
Dozens of migrants drown after boat capsizes off Gambia Read More »
