World

By Ebi Kesiena The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has dismissed seven of its personnel for what it described as “conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline,” in amove aimed at safeguarding operational integrity and national security....

By Emmanuel Nduka Obisue  Kenya has asked China to allow the conversion of a $5 billion loan, originally issued in U.S. dollars, into Chinese yuan in a bid to ease pressure on its dwindling foreign exchange...

By Ebi Kesiena Nigeria has deported 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyberterrorism and internet fraud, in what authorities describe as a major step in curbing the growing threat of transnational cybercrime. The deportation, carried out by...

By Ebi Kesiena Japan and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have announced a landmark $5.5 billion financing framework designed to accelerate sustainable development and infrastructure growth across Africa. The deal, unveiled on Wednesday during the opening...

By Ebi Kesiena Morocco has further entrenched its dominance in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) silver industry, accounting for an overwhelming 95 percent of regional production and 86 percent of consumption in 2024, according...

By Emmanuel Nduka Obisue  President Cyril Ramaphosa has stepped up South Africa’s bid to accelerate its energy transition by courting Japanese conglomerate Mitsui & Co., a key global player in renewable energy investment. On the sidelines...