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In the ever-evolving landscape of Nigeria's oil and gas sector, significant changes are underway. The government's initiatives aim to reduce its influence over the private sector, thus paving the way for a more competitive and liberalized market structure. This transition could potentially reshape the dynamics of oil supply and demand within the country and beyond. Recently, Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), shared insights during an…

In an important development this week, South Africa's Department of Trade, Industry and Competition announced that the nation has formally requested an extension to finalize a crucial trade agreement before the imposition of a hefty 31% tariff on U.S. imports from South Africa. This new tariff, if enacted, could drastically alter the landscape of trade relations between these two nations. As part of their negotiation strategy, South African officials are advocating for a significant reduction in the tariff,…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a notable development, five opposition parties in Somalia have expressed a cautious openness to President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s recent call for national dialogue. However, they firmly state that their participation hinges on meeting specific conditions designed to ensure the process is inclusive, credible, and firmly rooted in constitutional principles. In a joint statement released on a recent Friday, representatives from parties such as Xaqsoor, Samadoon, DPC, Ramaas, and Dhulka Hooyo articulated…

In the ongoing tumult of international diplomacy, it's clear that the stakes are high for the Great Lakes region of Africa, particularly concerning the dynamics between the United States, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Sources close to the negotiations report that the U.S. is applying considerable pressure on Rwanda to halt its military operations in the DRC—an area historically destabilized by a patchwork of armed groups and foreign interventions. What lies at the heart of this intricate web of…

South Africa’s Rare Earth Minerals Offered to the U.S.: A Diplomatic Pivot In a significant diplomatic overture, President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has extended an offer of the nation’s rare earth minerals to the United States. This move aims to alleviate the escalating tensions that have characterized the relationship between these two nations in recent months. As global politics continue to shift, such gestures may have far-reaching implications, not just diplomatically, but economically as well.…

Vladimir Putin has taken a stance on a ceasefire in Ukraine, expressing potential agreement but emphasizing that "questions" linger about the truce's framework. In discussions reflective of a complex chess game, he articulated several rigorous conditions for peace. Does the conception of peace rest on complicated dynamics that extend beyond simple agreements? In response, the Russian President addressed a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire. This plan, accepted by Ukraine earlier in talks with the…

Mogadishu (AX) – Somalia's Himilo Qaran party is sending out a clarion call to the country's leaders: steer clear of political maneuvers that could deepen the ongoing turmoil, especially when it comes to extending governmental terms.Helmed by former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, the opposition faction laid out a seven-point statement this Thursday during a gathering in Mogadishu. This declaration emerges as the National Consultative Council (NCC) continues its powwow with top brass from federal and regional…

Elected on April 11, the President of Benin promises to resign in 2026 at the end of his current term. Patrice Talon made this commitment to several African civil society organizations, such as Togo Debout and Tournons la page, this Saturday 10 July. "The terms of office should be limited," said Patrice Talon. When you weigh…

Progress is being made in the direction of schooling for all - outlined by the UN because the completion of undergraduate research. In accordance with Unesco statistics, 16 nations are displaying good outcomes, though greater than half of the 59 million kids not enrolled in class on this planet nonetheless stay south of the Sahara. “Making certain common…

A professional-Gbagbo FPI delegation led by Assoa Adou was acquired on Monday by Inside and Safety Minister Vagondo Diomandé. A brand new assembly was supposed to organize the procedures for Laurent Gbagbo's return to Côte d'Ivoire. A return for which we nonetheless have no idea the date. as reported from Abidjan, Pierre…