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Joao Felix shown red card on debut as Chelsea lose at Fulham

Chelsea's highly-anticipated debut of Joao Felix ended in disappointment as his side suffered a defeat in a London derby against Fulham, further adding to the mounting pressure on manager Graham…

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US-Suriname Talk IP Rights

Paramaribo, Suriname - The U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) joined forces to host a roundtable discussion on intellectual property (IP) rights at Anton…

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News

Nigeria Could Save Billions with Reforms, World Bank Reports

ABUJA, June 27 - The World Bank stated on Tuesday…

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South African Sign Language Set to Become Official

South African Sign Language (SASL) is poised to become the…

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Trade & Investment

Tinubu Urges Sustainable Investment in Lithium Plants

President Tinubu, in a meeting with Governor Abdullahi Sule of…

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UK Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call to Lesotho Ambassador

H.E. Madeleine Garlick, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom (UK) to the…

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Nigeria and Qatar urged to review visa policy

Hadi Sirika, the Minister of Aviation, has called for a review of visa policies between…

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Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean President Mnangagwa Re-elected

Emmerson Mnangagwa of the ruling Zanu PF party has been re-elected as president of Zimbabwe,…

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On 16 and 17 May 2024, Dace Melbārde, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, took part in a commemorative ceremony for the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe and the annual ministerial session of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, France. Photo: MoFA Latvia

Melbārde Urges Historical Awareness at Council of Europe

On 16 and 17 May 2024, Dace Melbārde, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign…

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#NigeriaDecides2023: We are reviewing level of preparedness ahead of polls – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is reviewing its level of preparedness for the upcoming elections. During a workshop organized…

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Germany’s immigration law opens doors for Nigerians

Germany has recently passed an immigration law with the aim of attracting more individuals from outside the European Union, including…

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Afe Babalola CON OFR SAN is a Nigerian lawyer and founder of Afe Babalola University.
Society

Nigerian Monarch Declares Afe Babalola Day

The International Law Association (ILA) has congratulated Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, OFR, CON, founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti…

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President Kagame has arrived in Seoul, South Korea where he will join other leaders at the first Korea-Africa Summit. Photo: X@UrugwiroVillage
Diplomacy

Kagame in South Korea for First Korea-Africa Summit

SEOUL, June 2 - President Paul Kagame arrived in Seoul, South Korea, on Sunday to participate in the inaugural Korea-Africa…

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TOKYO, 12th June, 2023 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, as part of his working visit to Tokyo.
Diplomacy

UAE, Japan Foreign Ministers discuss cooperation

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a productive meeting with Yoshimasa Hayashi, the…

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His Majesty King Mswati III participates in the signing of the SADC Declaration on the Protection of Persons with Albinism. This was at the close of the 44th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Diplomacy

Eswatini Removed from SADC Agenda After Harare Summit

Harare, Zimbabwe - Eswatini has been officially removed from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ Troika agenda after a…

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President Cyril Ramaphosa engages with Kuruman community during DDM Presidential Imbizo in Northern Cape. Photo: GCIS
Diplomacy

South Africa Urges World Court on Israeli Withdrawal

AMSTERDAM, May 10 - South Africa has petitioned the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to compel Israel to retreat from…

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JS Kashima and JS Shimakaze were due to arrive in Cape Town for refuelling yesterday.
Diplomacy

Japanese Navy Makes Historic Port Call in Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is making a history-making visit to South Africa this…

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Diplomacy

Kenya and Germany Sign MoU for BPO Pilot Project

Berlin, Germany – Kenyan Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Musalia Mudavadi joined President William Ruto in Berlin today for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a pilot Business…

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Diplomacy

South Sudan Pledges Support for Sudan’s Stability

Juba, South Sudan – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of South Sudan announced today that the Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Amb. John Samuel…

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Diplomacy

Former Botswana President Ian Khama Returns

GABORONE, Sept. 13 — Ian Khama, Botswana's former president, returned to the country on Friday after a nearly three-year exile. Khama appeared in court today to address charges related to…

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Energy

Ghana Fears Lithium Price Drop Could Affect First Mining Project

Accra, Ghana – Ghana’s hopes for its first lithium mine could be dashed by a global slump in lithium prices, according to the head of the country’s mining sector regulator.…

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Business

HSBC in Talks to Sell South African Unit to FirstRand

London, United Kingdom – HSBC Holdings, a global banking giant, is reportedly in discussions to sell its corporate banking business in South Africa to Rand Merchant Bank, a division of…

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Energy

Nigerian Communities Demand $310M from Shell, Oppose Sale

Abuja, Nigeria – Nigerian communities are seeking 505 billion naira ($310 million) in damages from energy giant Shell, accusing the company of violating a court order by proceeding with the…

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Migration

Nigeria to Launch Digital Travel Certificate

Abuja, Nigeria – Nigeria is set to introduce a Digital Travel Certificate (DTC) to bolster security at its borders and streamline the travel experience for visitors, aligning with global best…

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News

Comoros President Slightly Injured in Knife Attack

Moroni, Comoros – Comoros President Azali Assoumani was lightly wounded in a knife attack on Friday, according to a statement from the government spokesperson. The assailant has been apprehended. The…

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Diplomacy

Namibian President Urges UN Reforms, Stronger Multilateralism

Windhoek, Namibia – Namibian President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba has called for stronger multilateral cooperation and comprehensive reforms of the United Nations to address global challenges, as the world prepares for…

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Diplomacy

Ramaphosa to Lead South African Delegation at UNGA79

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead South Africa's delegation to the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), which is set to take place from September 24 to 30,…

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Energy

SA Must Fast-Track Nuclear Energy to Keep Up Globally

Johannesburg, South Africa – Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane has urged South Africa to "move with pace" in its nuclear energy plans to stay competitive with global advancements. Marokane…

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Diplomacy

US Backs Two Permanent UN Seats for Africa

United Nations, New York – The United States has announced its support for creating two permanent seats for African states on the United Nations Security Council. This significant move comes…

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Politics

Faye Dissolves Parliament, Sets Nov. 17 Elections

Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dissolved the opposition-led national assembly on Thursday, setting the stage for early legislative elections on November 17. The decision follows ongoing conflicts with lawmakers who…

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News

Cameroon Falls to Brazil in U-20 Women’s World Cup

Debutant, Cameroon has bowed out of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in the round of 16 after suffering 1-3 (after extra time) defeat in the hands of South American…

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Health

Morocco Confirms First Mpox Case

RABAT, Morocco - The Moroccan Ministry of Health announced on Thursday that the country has recorded its first case of mpox in a male resident of Marrakech. This confirmation comes…

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