Sudan’s Neighbours and the Horn of Africa Explained in 2026
Sudan's neighbours explained: seven borders, millions of refugees, the Nile dam dispute and Ethiopia's new war, and what it all...
October 7, 2026Section
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Uganda Trade Deficit Hits Record US$1.14 Billion
The Uganda trade deficit hit a record US$1.14 billion in August as imports jumped 42% in a month, while gold...
October 7, 2026
Nigeria Activates New Army Formations in Four States
Nigeria's president says new army units now operate in Zamfara, Kebbi, Oyo and Osun, after a pay rise of up...
October 7, 2026
What to Do in Durban in October 2026, From Maskandi to Mbaqanga
Durban in October 2026 brings Maskandi Fest and the Top 8 cup final on 10 October, the Mahotella Queens and...
October 7, 2026
Nigeria Begins Business Grants for 40,000 Katsina Women
Nigeria began paying business capital to women's groups in Katsina on Sunday, with 40,000 women eligible; the state adds about...
October 7, 2026
Madagascar Army to Get 100 French Drones by Year End
Madagascar's armed forces will receive about 100 French drones by the end of 2026 to watch southern sea lanes and...
October 7, 2026
S&P 500 Closes at Record 7,819 Before Fed Minutes
The S&P 500 closed at a record 7,819 and the US 10-year yield stands at 5.289% before today's Fed minutes....
October 7, 2026
Nigeria Voter Roll Hits 103 Million Before Vote
Nigeria's electoral commission says over 103 million people are registered to vote, 10 million more than in 2023, before the...
October 6, 2026
Rwanda Nears US$35.7 Million IMF Payout
Rwanda reached a staff-level agreement with the IMF on the first review of its loan programme, which could release about...
October 6, 2026