Cabo Delgado Faces Wave of Abductions by Insurgents
An extremist faction known as the Islamic State has captured several individuals in Cabo Delgado, a province in northern Mozambique.
November 6, 2023Section
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Green Energy Powers 70% of Mozambique
Mozambique's national energy landscape is now heavily reliant on renewables, which form 70% of its energy mix.
November 6, 2023
US Ends Trade Benefits for Four African Countries
The US government has removed Uganda, the Central African Republic, Niger, and Gabon from the African Growth and Opportunity Act...
November 2, 2023
Mozambique’s Prospects Shine as IMF Forecasts Growth
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognized Mozambique's economic potential following improved security in its northern region.
November 2, 2023
Mozambique Economy Grows 4.4%
Today, Mozambique's government announced a 4.4% economic growth for the first nine months of this year 2023.
October 31, 2023
Brazil Sets Africa as 2024 Foreign Policy Focus
In the latest Brazil news, Celso Amorim, Brazil's special advisor, said Africa will be central to Brazil’s foreign policy in...
October 31, 2023
Highways of Opportunity in Africa
In the latest trans-african highways news, Roads have been the backbone of human civilization, facilitating movement, trade, and unity.
October 30, 2023
Mozambique’s Ruby Output Faces Sharp Decline
Mozambique anticipates a 39% decrease in ruby production this year, down from last year's 4.4 million carats.
October 30, 2023
Protests Over Mozambique Election Lead to 70 Arrests, 10 Injuries
Today, protests over local election results in Mozambique resulted in 10 injuries and 70 arrests, according to police.
October 27, 2023