Nigeria-South Africa Rift Erupts Again
Renewed anti-migrant protests, two Nigerian deaths and an unofficial deportation deadline have reopened tensions between Nigeria and South Africa after recent diplomatic efforts, reports
Africa’s China Trade Test
China’s tariff-free access opens a vast market for Africa, but governments face pressure to move beyond raw commodities and build higher-value industries, reports Africa
DR Congo Erupts Over Tshisekedi Reforms
Deadly clashes and arrests have followed nationwide protests against proposed constitutional changes in DR Congo, with opponents warning they could enable Tshisekedi’s third term,
BRICS nations unite after overnight negotiations
India secures BRICS consensus after overnight negotiations, overcoming deep divisions involving Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE at the New Delhi summit, reports Asian
UN backs bid to correct the world map
The UN backs an African Union campaign to promote more accurate world maps, challenging longstanding distortions in the representation of Africa and other regions,
Trump Declares ‘Economic D-Day’ and Warns Iran Allies
Donald Trump announces an “Economic D-Day” against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries supporting Tehran as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejects the campaign,
UK Toughens Asylum & Immigration System
New measures to speed up removals, tackle illegal migration and reduce pressure on communities, reports Asian Lite News Desk The British government has announced
Astronauts Return After Historic Deep Space Odyssey
Artemis II astronauts return after record-breaking deep space mission, paving the way for humanity’s Moon comeback and future Mars exploration in a milestone achievement,
Oil crosses $90 amid prolonged war fears
Oil prices surged past $90 a barrel after escalating conflict involving Iran raised fears of prolonged disruption to global energy supplies and shipping through
UAE intercepts missiles, confirms one civilian fatality
The UAE Ministry of Defense has confirmed that the United Arab Emirates was subjected to what it described as a “blatant attack” involving Iranian
