A Chinese investor and former chief finance officer has been arrested in Zimbabwe over allegations that he siphoned US$3.65 million from a lithium mining company, triggering the collapse of its operations and exposing major governance concerns within the country’s fast-growing mining sector. Li Shigang, the former commercial manager and chief finance officer of San Ding […]

Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye has rejected state-appointed defense lawyers in his high-profile treason case, insisting that he will not accept legal representation imposed by the government while his preferred attorneys remain unable to represent him. Appearing before the High Court Criminal Division in Kampala, the 70-year-old veteran politician argued that the court-appointed legal […]

Four African cities—Tripoli (Libya), Algiers (Algeria), Lagos (Nigeria), and Harare (Zimbabwe)—have been ranked among the 10 least livable cities in the world in the 2026 Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) Global Liveability Index, highlighting persistent challenges facing some of the continent’s largest urban centers. The annual report assesses 173 cities worldwide, measuring living conditions across 30 […]

Former Zambian Vice President and acting President Guy Scott has died at the age of 82 following an illness, bringing to a close the life of one of Zambia’s most distinctive political figures. The Zambian government confirmed that Scott passed away at his farm in the Leopards Hill area of Lusaka. In recognition of his […]

South Africa’s escalating anti-migrant protests and backlash against foreign workers could trigger serious economic consequences, with economists warning that the country risks losing up to $43 billion in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) if thousands of migrant workers leave or are forced out of key sectors. The protests, fueled by concerns over unemployment, crime, and slow […]

The Council of the European Union has imposed a ban on the purchase, import, and transfer of gold originating from Sudan as part of new sanctions aimed at disrupting the financial networks sustaining the country’s ongoing conflict. The measures, announced on Monday, July 13, 2026, are designed to limit revenue streams benefiting both the Sudanese […]

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall is set to return to Dakar on Friday, July 17, 2026, for his first visit to Senegal since leaving office as he seeks his country’s official backing for his campaign to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. The brief visit is expected to carry significant political symbolism as Sall meets […]

The United States has launched a major diplomatic push in West Africa as Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Frank Garcia begins a three-country tour aimed at reinforcing U.S. partnerships and countering the growing influence of Russia and China across the continent. Running from July 11 to 18, 2026, Garcia’s inaugural trip as Washington’s […]

Saudi Arabia has granted a royal amnesty to 1,971 Ethiopian nationals following extensive diplomatic negotiations between Riyadh and Addis Ababa, paving the way for their release and return home. Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that preparations are already underway to facilitate the immediate repatriation of the pardoned citizens, with Ethiopian diplomatic missions in Saudi […]

Tanzania has stepped up its fight against illegal mineral exports after authorities intercepted a gold shipment valued at approximately $520,000, underscoring the government’s determination to curb smuggling and protect one of the country’s most valuable economic assets. The seizure comes as Tanzania strengthens surveillance across mining regions and border checkpoints in response to growing concerns […]