US-based KoBold Metals has entered into a new mineral exploration agreement with the Democratic Republic of Congo, deepening its presence in one of the world’s most resource-rich nations. US-based KoBold Metals has reached a tentative agreement for new mineral exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The deal includes rights to explore the Manono lithium…
Visiting the United States is about to become significantly more expensive for African travellers, following a new policy that introduces a hefty $250 “visa integrity fee” for most nonimmigrant visa applicants. The United States introduces a $250 ‘visa integrity fee’ for nonimmigrant visa applicants from African nations, significantly increasing visa costs. The fee, enacted under…
#FeaturedPost As the second half of 2025 begins, Nigeria finds itself at a critical economic crossroads. With mixed signals emerging from both global and local environments, policymakers, business leaders, and financial institutions must prepare for a delicate balancing act. From shifting geopolitical dynamics to domestic fiscal pressures, the outlook for H2 2025 is characterized by…
A new Consul General of the United States Mission has arrived in Nigeria, ushering in a renewed phase of U.S.-Nigeria relations, and bringing fresh perspectives to the bilateral relationship, amid mutual complexities. Rick Swart has been appointed as the new U.S. Consul General to Nigeria, taking over the post on July 16. He brings over…
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, has agreed to comply with a South African court order requiring the disclosure of user data related to the circulation of explicit content involving schoolchildren. Meta has agreed to comply with a South African court order to disclose user data related to the distribution of explicit…
South Africa secured a rare consensus among G20 finance ministers and central bank governors, concluding a two-day meeting with a joint communique, the first since October 2024. South Africa achieved a rare consensus among G20 ministers, culminating in a jointly issued communique. The agreement was made notwithstanding the absence of key delegates and addressed significant…
Sudan’s humanitarian crisis is worsening as violent clashes in Kordofan and Darfur leave hundreds dead, thousands displaced, and aid access increasingly restricted. The conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified, causing immense humanitarian challenges. Regions such as Kordofan and Darfur face restricted humanitarian access and rampant destruction, exacerbating conditions…
