The Congo Republic is engaging in discussions with several European partners on a potential debt-for-nature swap, aimed at easing its debt burden while advancing environmental conservation efforts, the country’s Finance Minister Christian Yoko said on Wednesday. Speaking to Reuters from Belém, Brazil, where he is attending the COP30 climate conference,…
At least 33 people have been killed and several others injured following a violent clash over water between two communities in western Chad, government officials confirmed on Wednesday. According to Chad’s public broadcaster, ONAMA, the deadly confrontation broke out on Tuesday between residents from the neighboring Bahr-El-Gazel and Hadjer-Lamis provinces…
The Council of Governors’ Committee on Education Chairperson, Erick Mutai, has urged the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) to suspend its ongoing strike in public universities, which has now stretched into its eighth week, disrupting higher education across the country. Mutai announced on Monday, November 3, 2025, that the Council…
Kenyan manufacturers have expressed growing concern over rising instability in neighboring countries, warning that ongoing unrest could jeopardize East Africa’s economic resilience and regional trade integration. Speaking during an interview on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Chief Executive Officer Tobias Alando cited the recent internet…
The Tanzanian government has cautioned citizens against circulating photos and videos that could “cause panic” or “demean human life,” following the partial restoration of internet services after a six-day nationwide shutdown triggered by deadly post-election protests. Mobile users received text messages on Monday night, warning that anyone sharing distressing or…
Guinea’s transitional leader, Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya, has formally submitted his candidacy for the country’s December 2025 presidential election, defying an earlier commitment not to seek office following the September 2021 military coup that brought him to power. Doumbouya, who has served as both interim president and head of the junta…
At least seven climbers five foreigners and two Nepalis have been confirmed dead following a devastating avalanche on Yalung Ri Mountain in Nepal’s Dolakha district, expedition organizers and local authorities said. The tragic incident occurred at 9:00 a.m. local time (03:15 GMT) on Monday, November 3, 2025, near the mountain’s…
Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer believes Bayern Munich are well-prepared to exploit Paris Saint-Germain’s weaknesses as the German giants gear up for their Champions League away clash against the defending title holders on Tuesday night. Last season, PSG lifted the Champions League trophy at Bayern’s Allianz Arena, thrashing Inter Milan 5-0…
Africa has once again renewed its demand for two permanent and two non-permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council, emphasizing the need for fair representation and stronger inclusion of the continent’s voice in global decision-making. Speaking on behalf of the African Group of States at the Second World Summit…
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham is beginning to establish himself in the German side after a challenging start, just in time for his highly anticipated return to England to face Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday. The 19-year-old joined Dortmund from Sunderland in the summer for around €30.5…