Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
Botswana’s new diamond mining rule aims to boost local ownership
Mining companies must now sell a 24% stake in new concessions to local investors if the government chooses not to buy the stake.
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Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
Mali retaliates against US visa fees
US nationals visiting Mali will now be required to post a $10,000 bond for tourist and business visas.
Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
Sierra Leone tops global survey on people experiencing daily worry
Sub-Saharan Africa was found to be the global epicenter of self-reported feelings of anger, worry, sadness, and physical pain, Gallup reported.
Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
World Bank urges Nigeria to end import bans as poverty rises
The bank estimated that around 60% of Nigerians are living in poverty in 2025 compared to 40% six years ago.
Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
Fossil fuels will power the AI revolution, Saudi Aramco CEO says
The surge in electricity demand driven by electric vehicles and data centers will be supported by fossil fuels rather than renewables, Amin Nasser said.
Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
EU pledges $13B investment in South Africa
The deal aims to develop clean energy, transport infrastructure, and health care projects in the continent’s biggest economy.
Mother Jones • Oct 13, 2025
Israeli Media’s Distorted View of the War in Gaza
In December 2023, nearly three months after the October 7 massacre, the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies gathered members of the country’s media. Run out of Tel Aviv University, in a modern building on the campus surrounded by well-kept lawns and native trees, the INSS had a controversial task for the congregated press: Assess […]
Mother Jones • Oct 13, 2025
Israeli Media’s Distorted View of the War in Gaza
In December 2023, nearly three months after the October 7 massacre, the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies gathered members of the country’s media. Run out of Tel Aviv University, in a modern building on the campus surrounded by well-kept lawns and native trees, the INSS had a controversial task for the congregated press: Assess […]
Semafor • Oct 13, 2025
Saudi set to give retail traders bigger IPO roles
Stock market seeks to give retail investors larger portion of new stock sales to help boost liquidity.
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Supreme Court Upholds Gerrymandered Texas Congressional Map
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US and Israel Claimed to Be Fighting for Iranian Minorities — While Bombing Them
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Palestinians in Gaza Want to Rebuild Food Systems. Israel Isn’t Letting Them
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Despite Ongoing Attacks, Here Are Some Key Wins for the Abortion Rights Movement
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