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 […]