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Lesotho Expands Water Exports To South Africa With Landmark Senqu Bridge
1+ hour, 56+ min ago (208+ words) Lesotho is set to boost water exports to South Africa as the landmark Senqu Bridge nears completion. Water supply in Johannesburg continues to depend heavily on imports from neighbouring Lesotho, with about 60 per cent of the city's water sourced from…...
South Africa Turns To Nigeria As Primary Fuel Supply Source
3+ hour, 59+ min ago (764+ words) South Africa identifies Nigeria as main fuel supplier, citing Dangote refinery's growing role in refined petroleum exports. Phume said the shift was already underway for refined products, driven by the Dangote refinery. He said, "Due to the US Israel-Iran war,…...
China Praises African States After Blocking Taiwan President Flight Route
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (482+ words) China commends three African countries after denying Taiwan president airspace access, forcing cancellation of Eswatini diplomatic trip. China has praised three African countries for denying overflight rights to Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, a move that forced him to cancel a…...
BHP Targets Major Copper Exploration Push In Zambia, Ministry Says
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (337+ words) BHP eyes large-scale copper exploration in Zambia, signalling renewed global interest in the country's untapped mineral resources Zambia's mines ministry says BHP is planning a significant expansion into large-scale copper exploration in the country, underscoring renewed global interest in the…...
Nigeria'South Africa Navies Deepen Ties On Maritime Security
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (275+ words) The Nigerian Navy and the South African Navy have reinforced their partnership to enhance maritime security across Africa following high-level talks in Cape Town. The collaboration was formalised during their inaugural Naval Staff Talks held at Naval Base Simon's Town,…...
Malema Sentenced To Five Years In Firearm Case
1+ week, 1+ day ago (226+ words) South African opposition figure Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison after firing a rifle at a rally South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of…...
Katsina Confirms N18. 27m NELFUND Student Loan Disbursement For 309 Beneficiaries
1+ week, 4+ day ago (253+ words) Katsina confirms N18. 27 million NELFUND loan disbursement to 309 students, boosting access to technical education in Katsina State. The Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management (KSITM) has confirmed the receipt of student loan funds from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, totaling…...
Nigerian Government, Ohanaeze Ban "Eze Ndigbo" Titles Abroad Over Diplomatic Fallout
2+ week, 3+ hour ago (508+ words) FG and Ohanaeze outlaw diaspora "Eze Ndigbo" titles after incidents in South Africa and Ghana spark tensions and diplomatic concerns. Federal government has moved to curb the controversial installation of "Eze Ndigbo" in foreign countries, backing a sweeping decision by…...
Madagascar Declares State Of Emergency Amid Fuel Shortages Due To Iran War
2+ week, 2+ day ago (445+ words) Madagascar declared a state of emergency following the observation that the country is facing a deep crisis due to disruptions in energy "supply. Madagascar on Tuesday declared a nationwide state of energy emergency for 15 days citing disruptions in energy supply…...
Reform UK Proposes Visa Ban For Reparations-Seeking Nations
2+ week, 2+ day ago (351+ words) Reform UK proposes visa ban on countries demanding slavery reparations, drawing global backlash from Caribbean leaders and international organisations. The UK-based populist party Reform UK has ignited widespread controversy after unveiling a proposal to deny visas to citizens of countries…...