Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
Dangote Refinery exports to the US
The exports mark the expansion of Africa’s largest oil refinery’s operation beyond just the local supply of refined products in Nigeria.
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Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
Major African currencies depreciated 51% since 2020
Currency weakness in Africa has been “more damaging” compared to other emerging regions, Nigerian data analytics company Stears said in a report.
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
DR Congo backs $400M satellite deal to tackle digital deficit
Only one in three Congolese are connected to mobile internet, according to the latest available figures.
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
UAE has shifted ‘focus’ to Gaza aid over Israel trade
Non-oil trade between the two countries declined 5.5% in 2024.
Mother Jones • Sep 17, 2025
“Amateur Hour”: The Man Sending US Military Contractors to Gaza
In July, one week after a whistleblower accused contractors from the American security firm UG Solutions of deploying stun grenades and shooting live ammunition toward Palestinian civilians in Gaza, a new song appeared on the SoundCloud account of “Jameson G.” Titled “demon-in-the-desert,” the dubstep track featured artwork of an alien with a dagger stabbed through […]
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
US, Mexico, Canada conduct major trade review
Though the current framework was agreed during Donald Trump’s first term, concerns are rising that the president’s brinksmanship may derail the review.
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
Russia and Belarus tests NATO’s resolve with military drills
The rehearsals, which included the launching of tactical nuclear weapons, were dubbed ‘Zapad 2025,’ or ‘West 2025.’
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
Nigeria sends first gasoline shipment to US
African leaders across the continent have vowed in recent months to bolster their energy independence, including via renewable energy investments.
Semafor • Sep 17, 2025
Trump’s UK visit sees lavish ceremony — and protest
Demonstrators laid a giant photograph of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein outside the president’s quarters at Windsor Castle.
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