Jun 07, 2024
Rescuers Search for Dozens Trapped in Nigerian Gold Mine Collapse
Authorities have confirmed one fatality, with at least 30 individuals still missing. Local residents, however, estimate that up to 44 workers may be trapped....
Jun 06, 2024
Central Bank of Congo Mandates Use of Congolese Francs for Electronic Payments
This strategic move is designed to enhance the use of the national currency and reduce the country's heavy reliance on the US dollar, which has been weakening the franc....
Jun 06, 2024
Kenya's Rhonex Kipruto Banned for Six Years for Doping Violation, Loses World Records and Medals
The ban, which will keep him out of competition until May 2029, follows a Disciplinary Tribunal’s ruling that identified irregularities in Kipruto's Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)....
Jun 05, 2024
Quadrupling of Subsidized Bread Prices Deepens Struggle for Millions in Egypt
Facing an increased wheat import bill, the Egyptian government raised the price of subsidized small loaves of flatbread on June 1, marking the first such increase in decades....
Jun 05, 2024
South Korea and African Nations Forge Nearly 50 Deals at Landmark Summit
The 47 agreements with 23 African countries were formalized during the summit as Asia's fourth-largest economy aims to tap into Africa's rich mineral resources and burgeoning export market....
Jun 05, 2024
Cycling Push in Harare: A Health and Environmental Initiative
Promoted for health reasons and to foster a cleaner environment, the initiative highlights the advantages of bicycles, which do not rely on fossil fuels....