Faith Nyasuguta U.S. President Donald Trump has warned BRICS nations against shifting away from the U.S. dollar, threatening 100% tariffs if they pursue an alternative currency. In a post on Truth Social, Trump declared, “The idea that the BRICS Countries are trying to move away from the Dollar, while we stand by and watch, is […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Air travel in Africa has significantly evolved, overcoming past challenges such as limited routes, high fares, and infrastructure constraints. Strategic investments, airline partnerships, and modernized airports have made flying more accessible and efficient across the continent. A key example of this transformation is Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), which stands out as […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have vowed to overthrow President Felix Tshisekedi’s government, intensifying their offensive in the country’s eastern region. After capturing Goma, the largest city in the east, the rebels, led by Corneille Nangaa, are reportedly advancing toward Bukavu. Despite international calls for a ceasefire, the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has canceled her scheduled concert in Kigali, Rwanda, citing concerns over the escalating conflict between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The decision follows growing international condemnation of Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebel group, which recently seized Goma, a key city in eastern DRC. The […]
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Faith Nyasuguta France has officially handed over its last military base in Chad, the Kossei base in N’Djamena, marking the end of its military presence in the country. The withdrawal comes two months after Chad unilaterally terminated its defence pact with Paris. Although the decision to end the agreement was initiated by Chad, the head […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The M23 armed group, with backing from Rwanda, has strengthened its hold on Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), marking a major setback for the Congolese army. The development signals a serious escalation in the conflict that has already claimed hundreds of lives and displaced millions. Intense […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Nigeria’s petrol imports have dropped to their lowest level in eight years as the country’s new mega-refinery, the Dangote Refinery, ramps up production, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. This marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s energy sector, with the refinery poised to transform fuel supply dynamics in West Africa. According to data compiled […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has confirmed the official exit of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from the regional bloc. The announcement, made on Wednesday, follows their withdrawal last year after ECOWAS pressured Niger to restore democratic rule. West Africa has witnessed a wave of military takeovers in recent years, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Burkina Faso has reached a major milestone by unveiling its first locally made electric car, developed entirely by the Burkinabe car manufacturer ITAOUA. This achievement highlights the country’s growing technological and industrial capabilities, marking a significant step toward innovation and self-reliance. The vehicle boasts an impressive range of 330 kilometers (205 miles) and […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Africa’s wealthiest businessman, Aliko Dangote, is making significant strides in Kenya’s food and beverage industry. His private equity firm, Alterra Capital, is in the process of acquiring a majority stake in Java House, a leading East African restaurant chain, from UK-based investment firm Actis. This acquisition also involves Phatisa Group, another private equity […]
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