South Africa’s top court has ruled former President Jacob Zuma ineligible to run in the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing his previous jail sentence.
Economy
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The Democratic Republic of Congo thwarted a coup attempt on Sunday, killing the leader and arresting over 50 people. Among those detained were three American citizens, raising concerns about US …
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In response to severe supply shortages, Ivory Coast’s cocoa regulator, the CCC, has suspended around 40 cooperatives suspected of hoarding cocoa beans to inflate prices.
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A Nigerian court has ruled that a Binance executive can be tried on behalf of the company in an ongoing tax evasion case. This decision adds another layer of complexity …
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In a historic move, President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the National Health Insurance Act, striving to offer equitable health coverage to all South Africans ahead of impending elections.
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EU condemns Tunisia’s arrest of journalists, activists, raising concerns about a crackdown on dissent and the erosion of democratic institutions in the North African nation.
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Nigerians are protesting against the government’s decision to hike electricity prices and eliminate subsidies, calling for fair and affordable access to electricity. The demonstrations highlight broader concerns about governance and …
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South Africa’s telecom giant, MTN Group, reports a significant decline in service revenue for the first quarter of the fiscal year, marking an 18% drop compared to the same period …
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With South Africa experiencing a halt in load-shedding ahead of key elections, debates intensify over the timing and its potential impacts on voter perceptions.
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Niger’s Prime Minister Zeine declares Benin’s blockade of oil exports a violation of international accords, escalating tensions amid regional security concerns.