Kenya’s mission in Haiti was spotlighted on the sidelines of the annual U.N. gathering of world leaders, as the United States advocated for its expansion. The United States advocated for expanding Kenya’s mission in Haiti to address the crisis of displaced populations caused by armed gangs. Kenya’s President highlighted the mission’s underperformance, operating at 40%…
The United Arab Emirates has suspended the issuance of tourist and work visas for citizens of five African countries under a policy scheduled to take effect in 2026. The UAE has suspended issuing tourist and work visas for citizens of specific countries, effective from 2026. Current visa holders from these nations residing in the UAE…
Mali’s military government has approved seven new agreements with international and local mining companies, strengthening state participation and revenues as part of its efforts to increase income from the sector. Mali’s military government approved agreements with mining companies to enhance state participation and revenues. The agreements include major gold projects and a lithium site, ensuring…
Thrilled about its victory in the men’s 4×400 metres at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Botswana, which now stands as the only African country to win the event, has declared a public holiday in celebration of its win against the 10-time champions, the USA. Botswana celebrated its historic victory in the men’s 4×400 metres…
Egypt’s richest man, Nassef Sawiris, has set his sights on the U.S market, with the intent to invest up to $50 billion in the North American country’s infrastructure projects. Nassef Sawiris, Egypt’s wealthiest individual, plans to invest $50 billion in U.S. infrastructure projects. He is consolidating his companies in Abu Dhabi for this expansion and…
Frigoglass Group, the UK-based manufacturer of beverage coolers, is in talks to sell its Nigerian subsidiary, Beta Glass Plc, as part of efforts to raise cash ahead of looming debt maturities. Frigoglass Group is considering selling its Nigerian subsidiary, Beta Glass Plc, to raise funds ahead of upcoming debt maturities. Frigoglass sold its Russian subsidiary…
South Africa’s decision to loosen mining rules and speed up the privatisation of infrastructure is drawing growing interest from Indian companies, with the reforms expected to reshape the country’s mining sector and boost Africa’s global competitiveness. South Africa is implementing reforms to privatize infrastructure and liberalize mining rules. Indian companies express interest due to improved…
Egypt’s renewed push for a joint Arab military force modelled on NATO has stalled after Qatar and the United Arab Emirates rejected the proposal. The plan, raised by Cairo at the recent arab-islamic emergency summit in Doha, failed to secure consensus among member states. Egypt’s proposal for a joint Arab military force modeled after NATO…
The United Arab Emirates will stop issuing long-term visas to Ugandan citizens beginning January 2026. The UAE will halt issuing long-term visas to Ugandan citizens citing concerns over visa overstays and unlawful activities. This policy transition reflects broader UAE immigration changes focusing on illegal migration and criminal risks. The restrictions will not impose a complete…
