Telecoms giant MTN holds data center talks with US, European firms
Africa has fallen behind wealthier regions in the global rush to build the digital infrastructure required for AI.
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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.
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.
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.
UAE has shifted ‘focus’ to Gaza aid over Israel trade
Non-oil trade between the two countries declined 5.5% in 2024.
“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 […]
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.
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.’
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.
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