May 1, 2026

CAIRO — Egypt is accelerating efforts to position itself as a key global logistics hub, expanding a strategic cargo corridor linking Europe to the Gulf as instability in the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt global trade flows. The…

KINSHASA — The United States has imposed sanctions on former Joseph Kabila, accusing him of supporting armed groups operating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In a statement, the U.S. Treasury Department alleged that Kabila…

RABAT — Morocco will host the 2027 FIFA Congress, where Gianni Infantino is expected to secure a third and final term leading world football’s governing body. The vote, scheduled for 18 March 2027, will bring together FIFA’s 211 member…

KAMPALA — A proposed law in Uganda has triggered widespread criticism from civil society groups, legal experts, and business leaders, who warn it could undermine civil liberties and disrupt economic stability. The draft legislation, known…

ACCRA — Ghana’s Damang Gold Mine, now controlled by businessman Ibrahim Mahama, has delivered its first batch of gold to the Bank of Ghana, marking an early milestone in the country’s push to strengthen foreign reserves through increased…