Libya is preparing to host its first oil and gas exploration tender since the country’s 2011 civil war, aiming to draw back global oil companies after years of political turmoil and disruptions in production, according to Oil Minister Khalifa Abdul Sadeq. The tender, planned for late 2024 or early 2025, will include both onshore and…
South Africa experienced an unexpected and historic snowfall this week, marking its first major November snowfall in 85 years. The rare event, which saw parts of the Eastern Cape province blanketed in white, comes as the country typically enters its summer season, a time associated with warmer temperatures rather than winter-like conditions. According to the…
Equatorial Guinea has announced a significant humanitarian gesture by pledging one million euros to assist Spain in the aftermath of the recent catastrophic flooding caused by the weather phenomenon DANA (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos). This donation underscores Equatorial Guinea’s commitment to international solidarity, especially in times of crisis, and reflects the deep historical and…
Equatorial Guinea’s Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), Baltasar Engonga, has been arrested following allegations that he recorded more than 400 explicit videos featuring the wives of prominent public figures in the country. The scandal emerged during a separate investigation into fraud allegations against Engonga, aged 54, when authorities uncovered a trove…
Lieutenant Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, who briefly led Burkina Faso from January to September 2022, has been officially dismissed from the country’s armed forces along with fourteen other officers. The announcement, which follows allegations of severe misconduct, was made public on Monday evening, marking a major shift within the nation’s military leadership. According to decrees…
Nestled on the serene waters of Lake Nokoué in Benin, Ganvié is a remarkable village known as the “Venice of Africa.” This floating village, with a population of around 20,000-25,000 people, is one of the largest lake-based communities globally. Ganvié offers a blend of cultural history, resilience, and architectural ingenuity that makes it a fascinating…
Botswana’s new government is reassessing a landmark diamond agreement forged last year between outgoing President Mokgweetsi Masisi and De Beers, the global diamond giant. Under the deal, Botswana’s share of diamonds from the Debswana joint venture was set to increase gradually, reaching a 50% stake over the next decade. However, despite the promised economic benefits,…
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, President Joe Biden is shaping up to become the most sanctions-heavy president in U.S. history, with his administration’s actions far exceeding those of his predecessors. According to recent data, Biden’s sanction policies, particularly targeting Russia since the 2022 Ukraine war, have pushed the U.S. sanctions list to unprecedented levels,…
As of November 2, 2024, the exchange rate for the US dollar (USD) against the Nigerian naira (NGN) in the black market, also known as the parallel market, stands at ₦1,710 for 1 USD. This rate highlights the ongoing volatility of the naira, which has faced steady depreciation amid Nigeria’s complex economic landscape. The black…
Ethiopia has successfully recovered an important piece of its cultural heritage: the ceremonial shield of Emperor Tewodros II, taken by British forces during the 1868 Magdala War. This significant artifact, seized during the British expedition to Abyssinia, has now returned to Ethiopian soil after 156 years. The handover ceremony was attended by officials from the…