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Ghanaian ministers of defence, environment die in helicopter crash along with six others
Ghana's ministers of defence and environment died in a military helicopter crash on August 6, along with six other people, as they travelled to an event related to the ongoing battle against widespread illegal gold mining.
China reports 8,000 chikungunya cases as mosquito-borne virus spreads globally
Chinese authorities have implemented strict containment measures after recording 8,000 cases of chikungunya virus in Foshan, Guangdong province.
Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project advances towards construction phase
The $25bn Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline (NMGP) project is nearing the start of its construction phase. The 6,000-kilometre infrastructure initiative has gained momentum following high-level meetings in Rabat in July.
US to introduce up to $15,000 bonds for tourist visas under pilot programme
The United States will require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot programme launching on August 20, aimed at cracking down on visitors who overstay their visas.
EABL profit rises to $94.30mn amid looming alcohol law changes in Kenya
East African Breweries PLC (EABL) posted a net profit of KES 12.198bn ($94.30mn) for the year ended June 30, 2025.
Egypt allocates $123.6mn for first phase of strategic Libya land connection
Egypt's government has allocated EGP 6bn ($123.6mn) for the implementation of the first phase of a strategic land connection project with Libya.
Tunisia receives 5.2mn tourists in year to July 20
Tunisia’s tourism sector is witnessing a strong rebound in 2025, with 5.297mn tourists visiting the country by July 20, marking a 9.8% year-on-year.
South Africa reduces policy rate to 7% from 7.25%
South Africa's central bank has cut the country's key interest rate by 25 basis points to 7%.
English Channel migrant arrivals exceed 25,000 in record time
The number of migrants entering British waters via English Channel crossings has surpassed 25,000 arrivals at the earliest point in any year since records began.
World countries gather at UN to revive two-state solution efforts
In a historic move to revive the long-stalled two-state solution, the international community has launched a high-level conference at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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Brazil to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Brazil is set to formally join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, in a move likely to ratchet up international legal pressure on Tel Aviv over the Gaza conflict.
Zambia inks deal for construction of a $1bn crude oil refinery
Refinery and cassava cultivation and processing deals Zambia's IDC signed with Chinese corporations amount to over $2bn.
Egypt, other Arab states condemn Israeli airstrikes on Syria
Several Arab countries have strongly condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Syrian territory, which targeted key sites linked to Syria’s Interior and Defence Ministries.
Mozambique clears road for restart of TotalEnergies' $20bn LNG project
Work at Mozambique LNG started in 2019 but was suspended after an attack by Islamist insurgents near the site.
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Gabon’s new oil and gas minister launches deepwater exploration drive
Sosthène Nguema Nguema, Gabon’s recently appointed Minister of Oil and Gas, has launched a strong drive to attract investment in deepwater oil and gas exploration.
Ghana launches whistleblower reward to curb gold smuggling after $11.4bn losses
Ghana’s gold sector has long been plagued by illegal mining and illicit exports. Now the government seeks to curb capital flight and meet revenue targets under its economic recovery programme with the IMF.
Kenyan protest death toll hits 31 as UN and rights groups demand accountability
Protests were largely driven by Gen Z youth and coincided with the 35th anniversary of the original Saba Saba pro-democracy movement.