South African President Cyril Ramaphosa warned of rising nationalism and protectionism in his annual address, asserting that his country "will not be bullied" amid U.S. funding cuts. The remarks followed U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to freeze global aid for 90 days, including funds supporting South Africa's HIV/AIDS programs, which ...

 South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa, has spoken to Elon Musk to clarify the country's land reform policy and correct misinformation about it. During the conversation, Ramaphosa emphasized South Africa's constitutional values of rule of law, justice, fairness, and equality. The discussion follows US President Donald Trump's claims that S...

 South Africa has once again called on Taiwan to relocate its de facto embassy in Pretoria, giving an end-of-March deadline for the move. This decision, according to Taiwan's foreign ministry, will result in the embassy being rebranded as a "trade office" to reflect its adjusted role moving forward. The move comes amid mounting political press...

South Africa has renewed its demand that Taiwan move its de facto embassy out of the country's administrative capital, Pretoria. The Taiwanese foreign ministry on Sunday night said it had been given an end of March deadline to relocate, and that the embassy would be renamed as a "trade office". The ministry blames Chinese pressure for the move, say...

 Nairobi Fashion Week is gaining recognition as a hub for sustainable fashion in Africa. It highlights eco-conscious brands and designs crafted from recycled materials like secondhand curtains and denim. Innovators such as Tausi Conde of Maisha by Nisria and Jean Maurice Niyigena of Bone Koboyi are at the forefront, creating collections from d...

 As the upcoming Mining Indaba conference sets the stage for vital discussions, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia, Africa's leading producers of copper, are keenly positioning themselves to capitalize on the soaring demand for this crucial metal. With both nations accounting for over 13% of the world's copper supply, their stra...

On Wednesday, a set of ancient artefacts stolen by illegal traffickers were returned to Iraqi authorities in a ceremony held in Rome. The items, which had been seized in Italy, were handed over in the presence of police officials and Iraq's Ambassador to Italy. Michele Minetti, commander of the Monza Carabinieri Cultural Heritage Protection Unit, p...

 The junta-led West African nations of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso formally withdrew from ECOWAS on Wednesday. The move was the culmination of a year-long process during which the regional bloc tried to avert their departure.In a statement, ECOWAS said that its doors remained open should any of the three countries decided to return.It asked ...

 In 2024, the trade volume between Nigeria and China surpassed $20 billion, underscoring the robust trade relations between the two nations. However, this figure also represented a notable 11.5% decline compared to 2023. At a Lunar New Year event in Abuja, Chinese Ambassador Yu Dunhai expressed a desire for even stronger trade ties and reitera...

 Nigeria's Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called for the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), emphasizing its transformative potential for Africa's economic future. Speaking during the World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, Switzerland, Shettima highlighted that the AfCFTA could propel Africa's econ...

 Gabon's transitional government has officially set April 12 as the date for its much-anticipated presidential election. This event marks a critical step toward restoring civilian governance after the August 2023 coup that brought an end to the 55-year reign of the Bongo family. Government spokesman Seraphin Akure Davain announced the election...

 The United Hearts Movement (MCU), the ruling party of Central African President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, has entered into a cooperation agreement with United Russia, the political party of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The agreement, signed remotely on Monday, symbolizes the growing partnership between Bangui and Moscow.President Touadé...

The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with France-based satellite operator Eutelsat to deploy Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services in Nigeria. This collaboration aims to address the country's digital divide by expanding internet access, particularly in underserved regions. LEO satellites, w...

 Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Friday to formalize a significant agreement between Moscow and Tehran. According to the Kremlin, this "comprehensive strategic partnership" aims to elevate the collaboration between the two nations to unprecedented heights.As detailed by the Iranian embas...

 Nigeria has attracted a significant $7.6 billion in investment interest during the 2024 Africa Investment Forum (AIF) held in Rabat, Morocco. The announcement, made by Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), underscores Nigeria's growing role as a key investment destination in Africa. The forum, which was launc...

 South Sudan plans to resume its oil production at 90,000 barrels per day after a nearly year-long halt caused by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The interruption began in February 2023 when Sudan invoked a force majeure clause, halting oil exports to international markets. However, South Sudan is set to restart production after its northern ne...

 Ghana's incoming finance minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, has signalled plans to seek additional funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize the struggling economy. Speaking on Thursday ahead of a meeting with an IMF delegation in Accra, Forson stressed the importance of working with both domestic and international partners t...

 Leaders from Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece convened in Cairo on Wednesday to address escalating tensions in the Middle East, including conflicts in Gaza, Israel, and Lebanon, and broader instability in Syria, Libya, Yemen, and Sudan. The summit highlighted the urgent need for regional cooperation to confront growing challenges to security, migrat...

In a significant milestone marking Syria's reemergence in the international arena, regular international air travel has resumed with a Qatar Airways flight landing successfully in Damascus. This event, unfolding amidst high anticipation, was greeted with enthusiasm as arriving passengers were warmly welcomed by their relatives at the airport. Syria...

 A massive fire broke out on Thursday at the Kantamanto Market, a major commercial hub in Ghana's capital, Accra, causing extensive damage to property. Eyewitnesses reported frantic efforts by people at the scene to extinguish the flames as the blaze spread through the market, reportedly destroying over a hundred shops. According to local emer...