At the World Mas-Wrestling Championship held in Mongolia, Africa was represented by 11 participants, primarily students from Russian universities. In the under 60 kg weight category, Varnele Jarnie Kimpiadi from the Republic of Congo secured a bronze medal. This achievement was announced by Jocelyn-Patrick Mandzela, the president of the "Afri...

 On August 3, 2025, US President Donald Trump reiterated Washington's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, as stated in his congratulatory message to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Throne Day, published by MAP Agency on August 2. "I reaffirm that the United States recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara and...

Южноафриканское национальное дорожное агентство заключило соглашение с Новым банком развития (НБР) БРИКС о получении кредита на сумму 7 млрд рэндов (около 31,4 млрд рублей). Средства будут направлены на модернизацию ключевых транспортных коридоров страны, сообщает Independent Online (IOL).Отмечается, что этот кредит позволит реализовать масштабные ...

 South Africa's government plans to develop support measures for exporters affected by the 30% tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on the country's goods, according to a statement on the president's official site. President Cyril Ramaphosa cautioned that the situation could lead to job losses in the automotive and agricultural sectors...

 On August 1, Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama delivered 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, according to a UTV Ghana announcement referencing the country's leader. The aid primarily consists of Ghana-produced cocoa-based food items and is aimed at combating hunger among civilians. "This delivery underscores Ghana's commitment ...

 Kenyan President William Ruto and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa have reached an agreement to unify their peace processes for resolving the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This agreement was announced in a communiqué following a joint summit of the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Developm...

 Ghana's central bank has reduced its key interest rate for the first time in over a year, as inflation continues to slow and the national currency strengthens. The rate was lowered from 28% to 25%, announced Johnson Pandit Asiama, the head of the regulator. "The Monetary Policy Committee, by a majority vote, decided to reduce the base interes...

 On August 1, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan ceremoniously inaugurated the construction of Kwala Industrial Park, situated in the Kibaha district in the eastern part of the country. The project's chairman, Jensen Huang, reported this to Xinhua News Agency. The project is being developed in partnership with Tanzania's Group Six Interna...

 South Africa has begun utilizing an innovative initiative by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that applies radiation to combat poaching and illegal wildlife trade. As part of the project, volunteers and nuclear experts treat rhino horns with radiation, complicating their export from the country, according to an IAEA press release...

 South Africa intends to forge ahead with trade deal negotiations with the United States despite the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump's administration, set to take effect in early August. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced in an official statement that South African representatives are ready to begin discussions at any time. "South A...

 Kenyan President William Ruto has promised a $4.6 million reward to the national football team if they win the African Nations Championship (CHAN). According to Kenyans, Ruto announced the cash incentive during a meeting with the players in Nairobi on Saturday, August 2. "Friends, it doesn't get any better than this. We've tripled the bonuses...

 Farmer Musa Kalamu has died in Nigeria after being trampled by a herd of elephants that escaped from a state-run reserve in Ogun State. Local news agencies report that the incident was confirmed by the Ogun State police. The unfortunate event occurred on July 28, and Kalamu succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital. Fo...

 American singer and Grammy Award winner Ciara has officially become a citizen of Benin through a program aimed at repatriating descendants of enslaved people. The citizenship ceremony took place in Cotonou, the largest city in the country, according to a report by Associated Press. The agency notes that Ciara, whose full name is Ciara Princes...

 South Africa's Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe urged the mining sector to resist pressure from countries imposing tariffs and instead redirect supplies to nations with favorable conditions. He made these remarks during a meeting with G20 members focused on critical mineral resources in Sandton, Johannesburg, as reported b...

 Lebanese President Michel Aoun is set to make an official visit to Algeria, where he will engage in discussions with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune about reconstruction projects in the war-torn southern regions of Lebanon. This was reported by TASS, citing sources. The talks between the two leaders are scheduled for the evening of July 29. Ac...

In Egypt, archaeologists have found a handprint dating back approximately 4,000 years on an ancient burial artifact known as a "house of soul," which is a clay figurine shaped like a building. This discovery was reported by the BBC. The handprint was identified by Helen Strudwick, an Egyptologist at the Fitzwilliam Museum, while preparing artifacts...

 Kenya hosted the first-ever International Cowboy Day celebration in Africa, attracting hundreds of participants. This event took place at the racetrack and golf park in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, as reported by The Guardian. The highlight of the celebration was a performance by local country artist Sir Elvis, whose real name is Elvis Otie...

 During an official visit to the Republic of Niger, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev held talks with President Abdourahamane Tchiani. The Russian Ministry of Energy announced the meeting through its press service. As part of the visit, the Russian delegation also engaged in discussions with Niger's Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine and Mi...

 The United States is halting visa services at its embassy in Niamey, the capital of Niger, as reported by Reuters, citing a State Department representative and an internal telegram from the agency. The telegram dated July 25 does not specify the reasons for this decision, but the State Department official stated that the suspension, which app...

 Mantra Tanzania Ltd, a subsidiary of Rosatom, is set to start uranium mining in Tanzania soon, according to the country's Minister of Mineral Resources, Anthony Mavunde. The project will commence right after the completion of a mineral processing plant. Construction of the facility in the Namtuumbo region has already begun, with a total budge...