Rwanda Expands Mining Sector with Rio Tinto Lithium Partnership
Rwanda has inked a significant agreement with global mining powerhouse Rio Tinto to explore and potentially extract the country's untapped...
October 25, 2024Section
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Mozambique’s Democracy in Turmoil: Frelimo Wins Amid Controversy
Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, has secured another term in power, sparking controversy and protests. Daniel Chapo
October 25, 2024
Zambia Aims to Boost Copper Production and Reclaim Top Position in Africa
Zambia is launching a bold initiative to transform its copper mining sector aiming to increase production from around. Analysis from...
October 24, 2024
Bishops of Mozambique Warn: Certifying Election Results is Endorsing a Lie
The Catholic bishops of Mozambique have made a rare intervention in politics, denouncing the recent elections as fraudulent. Their statement...
October 24, 2024
Tanzania’s National Parks Shine as Africa’s Top Tourist Draw in 2024
Tanzania has become Africa's top tourist destination for 2024 thanks to its renowned national parks and natural wonders. Analysis from...
October 23, 2024
Mozambique’s Cigar Industry: Crafting a Global Presence
Nestled in the bustling city of Maputo, Mozambique, a small factory is gaining international recognition in the luxury cigar market....
October 23, 2024
Somaliland Gains Powerful Ally in Israel, Reshaping Horn of Africa Dynamics
Israel's ambitious plan to establish a military base in Somaliland has ignited a geopolitical firestorm in the Horn of Africa....
October 22, 2024
Ethiopia Backs Somaliland’s Diplomatic Push with Embassy Land Grant
Somaliland took a significant step towards international recognition by laying the foundation stone for its embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia....
October 21, 2024
Proxy War Fears Grow with ATMIS Handover of Critical Kuday Base in Somalia
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has handed over its sixth military base to Somali security forces, marking...
October 18, 2024