Congo’s state-owned mining company, Gecamines, is offering $1 million to acquire Chemaf’s cobalt and copper assets, a move aimed at preventing China’s Norinco from gaining further control over the country’s critical mineral resources.

Vladimir Putin, Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye speak in favor of strengthening ties in trade, investment

These resilient creatures are not native to Africa. They were introduced from Asia centuries ago

Manufacturer Bayer Ltd confirmed the issue involved batch WEW96J (expiry: March 2026), where packs contained 24 inactive pills instead of the standard 24 active hormone pills

 Haiti’s foreign minister summoned the French ambassador Thursday to address “unacceptable remarks” by President Emmanuel Macron at the G20 summit this week in Brazil, in which he accused the Caribbean country’s transitional council of being “total morons” for firing its prime minister. “Honestly, it is Haitians who killed Haiti by letting in drug trafficking,” Macron was caught on video saying.  “They are completely dumb. They should never have fired him,” he added, referring to the dismissal of former Prime Minister Garry Conille by Haiti’s transitional presidential council just days ago. Conille, who was appointed by the council to the position in May, worked for several years at the United Nations before returning to the country to pave the way for presidential elections next year and to restore stability.  After learning he was dismissed following a power struggle with the council over control of the government, he said the measure to oust him was unconstitutional.  Conille was replaced on Nov. 11 by businessman Alix Didier Fils Aimé. “They are complete idiots. They should never have taken him out. The prime minister was wonderful,” Macron said. The controversial remarks drew protests from Haitian authorities on Thursday.  Haiti’s Foreign Ministry said that French Ambassador Antoine Michon had been summoned following the remarks, which the ministry branded as “unfriendly and inappropriate.” Macron pledged Thursday that “France will never look away in the face of a crisis,” adding “there will never be a double standard in the face of tragedy, whether in Haiti, Venezuela or on the doorstep of Europe.”  Haiti’s Foreign Ministry said that at the meeting, Michon pledged that France would stand by Haiti to help restore security and carry out elections. France has pledged to contribute €4 million ($4.18 million) to the UN fund that finances the security mission destined to restore security in Haiti.

Over 43,000 runners participated in Ethiopia’s 24th annual international 10km road race, setting a new record with nearly 5,000 more participants than last year. The race, held at Meskel Square in Addis Ababa, was attended by distance running legends, including race founder Haile Gebrselassie. Gebrselassie, speaking at the event on Sunday, emphasized the importance of attracting elite athletes from around the world while maintaining the race’s quality and atmosphere. “It’s not just about numbers, but about bringing top talent and keeping the race competitive,” he said. The Sofi Malt Great Ethiopian Run, now awarded World Athletics Label status, featured prominent athletes, including Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich, the newly-crowned world marathon record holder. It was her first time racing in Ethiopia, and she expressed her excitement about the experience and the enthusiastic crowd. In the women’s race, Ethiopia’s Asayech Aychew claimed victory with a time of 32 minutes and 13 seconds. In the men’s race, defending champion Binyam Mehari improved on his previous time to win in 28 minutes and 25 seconds. Both winners received cash prizes of 250,000 Ethiopian birr (approx. USD $2,000), part of a total prize purse of 1.3 million birr.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision on Thursday, November 21, to issue arrest warrants against him and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of committing war crimes during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. In a defiant statement, Netanyahu called the ruling a “black day in the history of nations,” and criticized the ICC, which he said had become “the enemy of humanity.” He rejected the charges, which include accusations of starvation, murder, and persecution, arguing that Israel had provided “hundreds of thousands of tons of food” to Gaza, and blamed Hamas for the humanitarian crisis. The ICC panel, however, found that there were reasonable grounds to believe both men were responsible for crimes against humanity, particularly related to the ongoing starvation in Gaza. Despite this, Netanyahu stated that the arrest warrants would not deter him from continuing Israel’s military campaign. The ICC’s move marks a significant moment, as it is the first time that a sitting leader from a major Western ally has been accused of war crimes by the global court. However, since Israel is not a state party to the ICC, the practical implications of the warrants remain uncertain, especially given the strong support Netanyahu has from the United States and other allies. The decision has already raised tensions with Israel’s European partners, some of whom signaled they may act on the warrants should Netanyahu travel abroad. However, Netanyahu’s government has dismissed the ICC’s jurisdiction, with the United States and Israel both rejecting the court’s authority on the matter. The ICC’s chief prosecutor had requested the warrants six months prior, and the decision further isolates Netanyahu and Gallant on the international stage, increasing the diplomatic pressure on Israel.

The UK government has imposed sanctions on Angola’s Isabel dos Santos, a billionaire businesswoman, and two other global oligarchs for corruption and money laundering.

The UN has demanded that the Ugandan government release Kizza Besigye and investigate his abduction, which is a serious violation of human rights.

A former staffer of a Russian-backed disinformation network in the Central African Republic has exposed the Kremlin’s tactics to spread propaganda and suppress dissent.

Heavy gunfire erupted in South Sudan’s capital Juba after security forces attempted to arrest the former head of the National Security Service.

Junta-led nations in the Sahel region gathered in Niamey to denounce Western imperialism and strengthen their alliance.

Authorities confirmed the arrests on Wednesday and are continuing to search for two additional suspects

Appointment comes after military administration dismissed civilian Premier Choguel Kokalla Maiga over rare criticism of the military rulers

At a press conference on Wednesday, Zambian Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu confirmed that Banda had been arrested earlier in the week in Harare, Zimbabwe

Besigye, a vocal critic of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, vanished from Nairobi on Saturday and reappeared on Wednesday in a Ugandan military court

South Sudan’s government has rejected a report by The Sentry accusing the Kiir family of controlling a vast network of companies, claiming the accusations are baseless and malicious.

Parts of the continent are proving that even tropical climates can surprise us

Authorities in Zambia said Wednesday they are worried after three deaths were recorded, and a critical injury, in separate elephant attacks in as many days. They cited the deaths of two men and a woman. Most of the encounters occurred during the night. One elderly person is fighting for his life after an encounter. “All these and similar other incidents are regrettable and could have been otherwise avoided had they all adhered to wildlife protected area ethics and rules of avoiding walking at night and molesting elephants,” Dominic Chiinda, from the National Parks and Wildlife Department said in a statement in the national capital of Lusaka. He advised residents to exercise extra caution when traversing wildlife hotspots by giving the right of way to elephants when on their corridor and resisting surrounding or harassing elephants with incessant noise and throwing objects at them. “Reduce movements, particularly at night and being too close to elephants, avoid following elephants and taking close photos or selfies and remain calm when you see an elephant,” he added. Due to its vast savanna, the southern African nation has a rich elephant population, with at times migrations from neighboring countries, including Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. Most cases of human-animal conflict have also been attributed to human encroachment on national parks and Game Management Areas (GMAs). The issue has also been debated on the floor of the parliament, with select members being granted honorary wildlife police officers to supplement the number of wildlife officers policing Zambia’s 20 national parks and 36 GMAs.

Haiti is mired in an unprecedented crisis as gang violence escalates, threatening state authority, a UN official said Wednesday. “Haiti is at a dire crossroads. Extreme levels of gang violence continue to erode state authority and pose an alarming threat to the people of Haiti and to international peace and security in the region, with no improvement in sight,” Miroslav Jenca, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia and the Americas, said at a UN Security Council meeting. He said the current situation in Haiti “is not just another wave of insecurity; it is a dramatic escalation that shows no signs of abating.” Noting that the instability has reached new heights, Jenca said that gangs now control an estimated 85% of the capital, Port-au-Prince. He said armed groups have encircled the city, “attacking government buildings and infrastructure while using extreme violence, including sexual violence, as a weapon of subjugation.” Highlighting the severe humanitarian toll, he said that more than 20,000 people have fled their homes in just four days this month, adding to the nearly 700,000 displaced by violence earlier this year. Jenca also criticized the insufficient funding for the $674 million UN Humanitarian Response Plan, which is only 43% financed. He also noted the efforts of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission led by Kenya and said just 400 personnel have been deployed out of a planned 2,500. Without additional international support, Jenca warned that Haiti risks a “complete breakdown of state authority.” “Such an outcome would be inexcusable for the people of Haiti, who have endured far too much already,” he added, urging the global community to step up security assistance and crack down on the illicit flow of drugs, weapons and ammunition fueling the gang violence. – Haiti’s escalating crisis Haiti, with a population of over 11 million, faces severe challenges, including political instability, economic turmoil and a worsening security crisis. According to the UN Integrated Office in Haiti, armed gang violence has claimed 3,900 lives since the beginning of the year. The surge in violence has also led to significant political changes. Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigned in April this year, prompting the establishment of a transitional council. Garry Conille was appointed prime minister on May 28 but was replaced on Nov. 11 by businessman Alix Didier Fils-Aimé following a council decision.

Mali’s Prime Minister Choguel Maïga was dismissed on Wednesday, November 20, following a decree read on national television by the Secretary-General of the Presidency, Alfouseyni Diawara. The decree, signed by transitional President Assimi Goïta, officially removed Maïga from his position. Maïga, appointed in 2021 after Mali’s second coup in a year, had publicly criticized the ruling junta on November 16, during ceremonies marking the recapture of Kidal. He expressed frustration over being sidelined from key decision-making, particularly regarding the timeline for Mali’s political transition. His comments sparked widespread protests in the capital, Bamako, and other cities, with demonstrators calling for his resignation. A faction of the Malian military, known as the Collective of Military Defense (CDM), accused Maïga of “treason” and “denunciation” following his criticism of the country’s military leaders.

Congo’s opposition leaders have called for nationwide protests against President Felix Tshisekedi’s plans to revise the country’s constitution.

Leaders exchange views on regional issues, focusing on countering terrorist threat and ensuring stability throughout Central African Republic

Dressed in traditional white West African attire, Al Hassan showed no emotion as the sentence was delivered