Zimbabwe introduces gold-backed ZiG currency
The governor of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), Dr John Mushayavanhu, has unveiled a new structured currency called Zimbabwe...
Africa
Tinubu calls for peace, stability in Africa
President Bola Tinubu has appealed for global peace and stability in Africa and other troubled spots around the world. Mr...
Gaza: Egypt, Qatar urged to drive hostage deal efforts ahead of Cairo talks
The United States President, Joe Biden, has in preparation for negotiations in Cairo, appealed to Egypt and Qatar to exert...
Somali president performs Umrah, prays for security and development
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, said he has offered prayers for security, peace, and...
Senegal forms new cabinet following President Faye’s electoral victory
Senegal has formed a new government with 25 ministers and five junior ministers, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced on Friday....
Sierra Leone: Government vows to tackle drug abuse, declares national emergency
In response to the rising spate of drug abuse in Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio has declared a national...
Farmers-herders clashes claim 21 lives in Nigeria’s Kogi state
No fewer than 21 people were killed in Nigeria's Kogi state, according to residents, in the latest battle between herders...
President Ramaphosa gives reasons why embattled former Speaker, Mapisa-Nqakula, resigns
President Cyril Ramaphosa has applauded former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula following her decision to resign to protect the integrity of Parliament and the...
We could have stopped the Rwandan genocide, says French President
French President Emmanuel Macron said France and its allies could have stopped the Rwandan genocide but lacked the will to...
Uganda to commission first tin refining plant, targeting enhanced mineral value addition
Uganda is gearing up to inaugurate its first tin refining facility in the southwestern region next month, marking a significant...
