A Cameroon-flagged tanker carrying Russian crude has spilled oil off Oman, putting a protected marine area and coastal ecosystems at risk while salvage teams work to contain the damage. A Cameroon-flagged tanker carrying Russian crude oil has spilled off the coast of Oman, threatening protected marine areas and local ecosystems. The Caroline Bezengi, part of…
South Africa has introduced a R500 (about $31) processing fee for its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), just five days after President Cyril Ramaphosa officially launched the system as part of efforts to digitise the country’s visa and immigration processes. South Africa has introduced a R500 (about $31) processing fee for its new Electronic Travel…
Airtel Africa and Elon Musk’s Starlink have launched a satellite-to-phone service in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking what the companies describe as the first commercial deployment of the technology in Africa. Airtel Africa and Starlink launched the service commercially in the Democratic Republic of Congo on 14 August 2026. Compatible Android smartphones can connect…
A fresh attack on a vessel linked to the United Arab Emirates’ state-owned oil company has renewed concerns over fuel supplies and shipping costs for import-dependent African economies. The United Arab Emirates said a vessel linked to its state-owned oil company, ADNOC, was attacked while crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The latest incident was the…
Niger has signed a $1.9 billion agreement to develop a 100,000-barrel-per-day refinery and petrochemical complex in Dosso, advancing the landlocked West African country’s ambition to process more of its crude domestically and become a regional energy hub. Niger has signed a $1.9 billion agreement to build a 100,000-barrel-per-day refinery and petrochemical complex in Dosso. The…
Taiwan warns citizens against travel to Uganda after officials seize passports, demand Chinese documents, escalating diplomatic tensions over Beijing’s policy. Taiwan warned its citizens to reconsider travel to Uganda after incidents involving passport seizures by Ugandan immigration officials. Uganda demanded Taiwanese travellers present Chinese passports, citing its adherence to the ‘one-China policy’ that recognises Beijing’s…
Ghana’s new defence cooperation agreement with Burkina Faso is facing an immediate test from traders who say they remain uncertain about how the security arrangements will work in some of the most dangerous areas of Burkina Faso. Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a new defence cooperation agreement focused on securing key trade routes and…
South Africa’s top court has blocked Shell’s offshore oil exploration, adding another setback as the energy giant prepares to sell its downstream business. South Africa’s Constitutional Court has blocked Shell’s offshore oil exploration, overruling a prior decision allowing it to proceed. This ruling follows years of legal opposition from local communities and environmental groups, causing…
Morocco has extended direct fuel support for commercial transport operators after petrol and diesel prices rose for the second time in less than three weeks, increasing pressure on passenger fares and freight costs. Morocco has extended direct fuel support for passenger and freight transport operators. The latest payment covers August 1 to 15, with applications…
