economy-business
US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have called for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint, during a live virtual discussion on glo…
Mar 23, 2026
economy-business
The Hare economy update has sparked a heated debate among African economists and policymakers, with many drawing parallels to the classic fable of the Tortoise and the Hare. The analysis, led by Th…
Mar 23, 2026
economy-business
Diana Niepce, a renowned choreographer from Lisboa, premiered her provocative performance piece "Hornfuckers" at Culturgest, sparking a heated debate about art, identity, and resistance in Portugal…
Mar 22, 2026
politics-governance
The head of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has defended the decision to award the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations title to Morocco, despite widespread criticism and allega…
Mar 22, 2026
politics-governance
US President Donald Trump has ordered Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to assist with airport security as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown enters its fourth week. …
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
Cuba's national power grid has collapsed, leading to widespread blackouts across the island nation. The state-owned energy company, Sistema, has been unable to maintain stable electricity supply, f…
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
Eluru police in India have seized 13 vehicles during a cordon and search operation, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal activities and ensure public safety. The operation, conducted in the…
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
A Sikh student in Faisalabad, Pakistan, was allegedly kicked and punched by a group of individuals, with his turban forcibly removed, in a shocking display of religious intolerance. The incident, w…
Mar 22, 2026
health-medicine
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a major drug smuggling operation at Lagos International Airport, where operatives discovered opioids and methamphetamine hidden insi…
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment, pledging to accelerate progress in aligning national policies with the African Union's Agenda 2063. The announ…
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
Four suspects accused in the Lisbon-based Operation Lumen have been released following a court ruling, reigniting discussions about judicial processes and the impact of legal decisions on regional …
Mar 22, 2026
economy-business
Asus, the global electronics brand, has announced a strategic expansion into southern Africa, aiming to boost tech access and support local economic development. The move, revealed in late 2024, ma…
Mar 22, 2026