Africa
South Africa: 'Trade Now Being Used As a Weapon,' Ramaphosa Tells UN in Jab At Trump Tariffs
[Daily Maverick] SA President calls 'geopolitical shocks and unprecedented trade policy volatility' a threat to development.
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Nigeria: Cut Interest Rate Further, Economists Tell CBN
[Daily Trust] Economists have called on the Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria to significantly cut interest rates to drive economic growth and provide a conducive environment for businesses to thrive.
Africa
Rwanda: New Rules - Who Can Use Foreign Currency in Rwanda?
[New Times] The National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) has issued a new directive governing persons authorised to transact in foreign currencies and the requirements for obtaining authorisation. This New FX Directive clarifies who can transact in foreign currencies and under what conditions. The New FX Directive builds on prior regulatory
Africa
French player Ousmane Dembélé wins men's Ballon d'Or
The 28-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward broke down in tears as he thanked his family for their sacrifices in helping him win.
Africa
At least 8 children dead in drone attack in gang-controlled slum in Haiti
They were killed on Saturday night by explosive drones targeting a suspected gang-leader in Cité Soleil.
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South Africa's president renews calls for Palestinian statehood
Speaking at a UN summit, Cyril Ramaphosa called for the establishment of a Palestinian state along the 1967 borders.
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Priests in Rome march to parliament in solidarity with Palestinians
A small group of priests in Rome gathered on Monday to pray for Palestinians before marching to the Italian parliament.
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Thousands of bikers gather in Fatima for annual Blessing of the Helmets
An estimated 180,000 motorcyclists gathered at the Sanctuary of Fatima in northern Portugal over the weekend for the annual Blessing of the Helmets pilgrimage.
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Sahel military juntas quit international court, citing “neo-colonial” bias
The change underscores a broader geopolitical shift in the Sahel: the three together form the Alliance of Sahel States, increasingly aligning away from Western powers and towards more regional or alternative partners.
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Guineans vote overwhelmingly to allow military junta to run for presidency
Over 90% of Guineans voted ‘yes’ in a constitutional referendum that could allow the leader of the country's junta to run for president, according to provisional results announced Monday evening by the electoral body overseeing the vote count.
Africa
Former Malawi president holds strong lead in presidential election
Partial results released on Monday show Peter Mutharika receiving around 68% of the vote compared to incumbent Lazarus Chakwera who has over 20%.
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Dead and wounded Palestinians taken to hospitals after Gaza strike
Dead and wounded Palestinians were taken to hospitals after an Israeli strike destroyed a residential building in Gaza City on Monday.