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The Conversation· Sep 29, 2025Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić clings to power – but protests highlight the danger of stubborn leadership For almost a year, Serb demonstrators have called for the ouster of the increasingly authoritarian president.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Nigeria explores certifying Chinese jet for local airlines State-owned Chinese company COMAC is pushing to compete with Western companies in civil aircraft manufacturing.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Nigeria strikes insulin production deal with China The landmark agreement would allow the west African nation to enter the booming insulin industry as diabetes rates surge across the continent.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Why ‘Africa’ doesn’t exist — yet Markets remain fractured four years into the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement, but integration is still possible.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Trump and Netanyahu to hold talks over Gaza peace plan The Trump administration is pushing a deal that would freeze battle lines and see all remaining hostages released.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Power surge threatens energy exports in Middle East, North Africa Electricity demand has tripled since 2000, fueled by growing populations and incomes, and is set to rise by another 50% over the next decade.
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