South Africa seeks new US trade deal after tariff hike
U.S. President Donald Trump announced global reciprocal tariffs on imports, imposing a 30% tariff on South African goods
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World Bank invests $100M in Africa’s digital data growth
The IFC’s largest digital infrastructure investment in Africa reflects growing global interest in the continent’s digital economy
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Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape after eight years in South African jail
Omotoso, who led a church in Port Elizabeth, had denied 32 charges, including rape and human trafficking
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Muse postpones Istanbul show over promoter’s protest remarks
“After careful consideration and hearing the feedback from our fans, our show in Istanbul will now be postponed until 2026 so we can ensure DBL Entertainment will not be involved,” the band said on X
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World Bank approves $1.08B loan for Nigeria’s development
Initially a COVID-19 response, the funds now aid Nigeria’s post-2023 economic challenges
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Power struggle fuels Zimbabwe’s political crisis
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is facing mounting pressure to step down over allegations of corruption and economic mismanagement
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Kenya retracts debt restructuring claim after China talks
Kenya has been grappling with a heavy debt burden, and rising service costs have strained its finances
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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger foreign ministers to visit Moscow for talks
The three military-led nations, which have severed ties with Western forces in favor of Russian military support, have formed the Confederation of Sahel States (AES)
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Congo and M23 rebels set for first direct talks on April 9 in Doha
Both parties have agreed to keep the details of the discussions private
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Congo commutes death sentences for US citizens in failed coup case
A military court sentenced 37 defendants to death in September, convicting them of criminal conspiracy, terrorism, and other charges
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