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Africa

July 9, 2026

Xenophobia: Reps urge FG to suspend diplomatic relations with South Africa

The parliament urged the federal government to invoke available diplomatic and lawful international mechanisms to seek redress.

AU logo and South African xenophobes
July 9, 2026

Liberians will never forget what Nigeria did for them: Official

“Nigeria is a country that Liberia will never forget. Why? Because this country was there for us through our darkest period in history,” said Ms Davis.

July 9, 2026

Outrage as Zimbabwean husband flees UK after alleged murder of wife, daughters

The case has caused outrage on social media, with many calling for discussion about violence against black women.

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma
July 8, 2026

Eight Nigerian firms secure $1.5 million grant to expand clean energy businesses

Mr Aziebor said the beneficiaries comprised eight companies from Nigeria, six from Kenya and five from Ethiopia.

CLASP logo
July 8, 2026

Energy chamber woos African countries, investors to South Africa October summit 

The event is projected to attract long-term investors to the continent.

African Energy Week 2026
July 8, 2026

Tunisia proposes ban on single-use plastic bags

Members of the Assembly of People’s Representatives in Tunisia have put forward a legislative initiative aimed at a nationwide ban on single-use plastic bags.

Plastic bags waste
July 8, 2026

Grassroots support crucial to fighting irregular migration, says ECOWAS parliament

The ECOWAS Parliament says grassroots engagement is crucial to developing more effective regional policies to address the growing menace of irregular migration across West Africa.

ECOWAS parliament
July 8, 2026

Nigeria-South Africa relations must be anchored on respect, protection of citizens: APC Governors

The Forum of First-Term Governors under the Progressives Governors’ Forum has condemned attacks on Nigerians and other nationals in South Africa.

APC governors
July 7, 2026

Xenophobic Attacks: Ghana govt defers Ramaphosa’s planned state visit

”We sent them a communication indicating that it would be best to defer the visit in view of the present climate around xenophobia,” Mr Ofosu said.

Cyril Ramaphosa (Credit: Daily Maverick)
July 7, 2026

Zimbabwean president signs law extending tenure to 2030

Eighty-three-year-old Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed a constitutional amendment extending his stay in office.

Emmerson Mnangagwa