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Power Struggles in Africa: How Global Forces Are Dividing the Continent

Professor Ibrahim Gambari's recent address at the Realnews Conference in Lagos highlighted Africa's precarious position. Analysis from The Rio Times.

November 20, 2024

Mali’s Power Struggle: Why the Dismissal of Prime Minister Maïga Matters

On November 20, 2024, Mali’s transitional president, Colonel Assimi Goïta, fired Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maïga and his entire government....

November 20, 2024

New Somaliland President to Review Ethiopia Port Deal

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi known as Irro has won Somaliland's presidential election with 63.92% of the votes. Coverage and analysis from...

November 19, 2024

Morocco Emerges as a Global Trade Hub: Allianz Report Highlights

Morocco has gained recognition as a key player in global trade. Allianz Trade's recent report suggests that emerging markets will...

November 19, 2024

Breaking the Corruption Cycle: IMF’s Radical Plan for DRC

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) confronts a defining moment. The IMF's $2.87 billion funding package arrives with profound conditions...

November 19, 2024

Brazil

The Price of Coercion: Public Turns Against mRNA Technology

The Price of Coercion: Public Turns Against mRNA Technology. Latest coverage and expert analysis from The Rio Times.

November 18, 2024

Angola

Brazil’s President Engages in Diplomatic Marathon Ahead of G20 Summit

On the eve of the G20 Leaders' Summit, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva embarked on a busy day...

November 17, 2024

The Split Path: How Resource Wealth Divides Africa’s Economic Future

Sub-Saharan Africa presents a stark economic paradox. While countries like Rwanda and Senegal surge ahead with robust growth rates, resource-rich...

Nigeria’s Living Costs Surge: Inflation Hits 33.88% as Food Prices Lead Crisis

Nigeria's cost of living continues to climb as inflation reached 33.88% in October 2024, marking a concerning trend for Africa's...

Kenya’s Catholic Bishops Expose “Culture of Lies” Under Ruto

The Catholic Church in Kenya has broken its usual political silence, signaling a crisis in the nation's governance. The Kenya...

Botswana’s Quiet Revolution: Opposition Ends 58 Years of One-Party Rule

The unthinkable happened in Botswana on October 30, 2024. Voters peacefully removed Africa's longest-ruling democratic party from power, marking a...

Nigeria

Silenced Bells – The Vanishing Christian Churches of Nigeria

Nigeria faces a growing crisis as violence against Christians escalates where over 15 Catholic parishes have closed. Analysis from The...

Nigeria’s Oil Output Hits 1.8 Million BPD: Fact or Fiction?

Nigeria's oil sector has seen a significant uptick in production, with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited reporting a...

India and Nigeria Forge Partnership to Unlock Blue Economy Potential

India has extended a hand to Nigeria, offering expertise to tap into its vast marine resources. The Indian Consul General...

Entertainment

Mary: Netflix’s Bold Venture into Biblical Storytelling

Netflix is set to release "Mary," a new biblical epic, on December 6, 2024. The film aims to retell the...

Brazil

Brazil Slips in Global Digital Competitiveness Rankings

Brazil holds the 57th position in the World Digital Competitiveness ranking, a study conducted by the Institute for Management Development...

Mozambique Faces 2% GDP Loss Following Election Turmoil

Mozambique's business landscape faces unprecedented challenges following recent post-election unrest. The Confederation of Mozambican Business Associations (CTA) has sounded the...

November 13, 2024