Africa
Ghana: Goldbod Suspends License of Evanex Gold Enterprise Over Illegal Pricing
[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has suspended the license of Evanex Gold Enterprise, a licensed gold buyer (Tier 2), with immediate effect.
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Africa
Kobold metals wins lithium exploration rights in Dr Congo
Officials say the move could help Congo attract more investment and strengthen its role in the global green economy.
Africa
Gaza: Mediators lament Israel's lack of interest in truce proposal
The proposal, which Egyptian and Qatari mediators delivered to Israel earlier this month calls for a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of 10 living hostages and the handover of bodies of 18 dead ones
Africa
First deportees arrive in Rwanda as part of a deal with Washington
A government spokesperson says the first group of seven people arrived in Kigali in mid-August.
Africa
Israel steps up bombardment of Gaza City ahead of its new offensive
It says the city is the last stronghold of the militant group, Hamas, and says it intends proceeding with the plan despite international calls for it to desist.
Africa
Russia slams European push to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran
Russia, set to assume the UN Security Council presidency in October, has proposed extending the resolution that governs the snapback mechanism, potentially intensifying a diplomatic standoff with European powers.
Africa
South Africa prepares for historic first G20 summit in Africa
A major question marking the countdown is whether U.S. President Donald Trump will attend. He has expressed strong disapproval of South African policies—particularly land reform—and signaled he might send a representative instead.
Africa
Families leave Gaza City ahead of expanded Israeli offensive
Plumes of smoke rose over Gaza on Friday as Israel prepared for an expanded offensive in the territory, warning Gaza City could face destruction in the coming days.
Africa
Kagame, Chapo depen Military and Economic Cooperation
Apologies for not having any suggestions for the newsdesk this morning. I’ve been fully focused on Business Africa these past few days, actively scouting for stories and interviews.
Africa
In South Sudan's Tambura region, displaced women battle uncertainty and insecurity
Since violence erupted in Tambura, Western Equatoria, in 2021, thousands of civilians have been forced to flee their homes and seek sanctuary in displacement camps, where women still face a fragile security situation and uncertainty for the future of their children and families.
Africa
Two days of clashes between South Sudan's army and rebel groups raise fears for fragile peace deal
Two days of clashes between government forces and rebel fighters in South Sudan are raising fears for the country’s fragile peace agreement.
Africa
Nigeria: Air Peace Unveils Direct Flight to Brazil, Cuts Travel Time to 7 Hours
[Leadership] Air Peace has taken centre stage in a new chapter of Nigeria-Brazil relations with the successful launch of its maiden Lagos-Brazil flight.