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UK Reaches Agreement to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Decades of Colonial Dispute
The United Kingdom has agreed to return control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, marking the end of a lengthy and controversial dispute over Britain's last African colony. The announcement came after 13 rounds of negotiations that began...
Libya’s National Oil Corporation Resumes Production After Two-Month Halt Amid Political Crisis
Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced on Thursday that it is resuming full oil production, nearly two months after operations at its key oil fields were halted due to a political crisis. The NOC confirmed that production will...
Urgent Need for Debt Cancellation Amid Africa’s Climate Finance Crisis
Africa is currently facing a significant financial challenge, spending almost three times more on servicing external debt than it receives in climate finance. This alarming disparity highlights the urgent need for debt cancellation and a reevaluation of the...
Tunisia Prepares for Presidential Vote with Saied’s Authority Challenged by Calls for Boycott
Tunisian President Kais Saied approaches the October 6 election with a distinct advantage: his main challengers are either incarcerated or barred from the race altogether. This pivotal election marks the third since the 2011 uprising that ousted longtime...
Kenya Faces Mounting Borrowing Hurdles as Investors Demand Higher Returns Amid Soaring Interest Rates
With domestic interest rates climbing to 17% and fewer external loan options available, Kenya is grappling with the challenge of securing affordable financing for its upcoming budget, as rising borrowing costs push investors to demand higher returns. Kenya’s...
Protests Erupt in Ghana Over Illegal Mining and Economic Hardship, Resulting in Violent Clashes with Police
Protests in Ghana's capital have erupted into violent confrontations with police, leading to the arrest of numerous demonstrators, including a minor. This unrest stems from frustrations over illegal mining practices and the ongoing economic crisis in the country....
US Push for Permanent African Seats at the UN: A Double-Edged Sword?
The United States’ recent proposal to award Africa two permanent seats on the UN Security Council has sparked intense debate across the continent. While this move is being hailed as a potential victory for African representation, it also...
Tensions Rise in Ghana as NDC Demands Forensic Audit of Voter Register
Ghana’s main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has launched a nationwide protest demanding a forensic audit of the voter register ahead of the December 7 elections. The opposition's call for transparency has gripped the nation, casting...
Somalia’s Struggle for Unity Amid Divisions: Regional and Global Stakes Rise
Divisions within Somalia’s breakaway regions continue to undermine efforts to resolve larger geopolitical and economic issues, further destabilizing the Horn of Africa. Somalia’s central government has issued a stern warning to regional governments and international corporations, insisting that...
South Africa Launches Trusted Tour Operator Scheme to Attract Chinese and Indian Tourists
In a bid to attract more tourists from China and India, South Africa will introduce a new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) in January 2025. The scheme will invite vetted and approved tour operators from these countries to...