Cameroon’s Biya Appoints Loyal Generals Ahead of October Vote
Cameroon’s Paul Biya, 92, has launched a sweeping military reshuffle just days after announcing his bid for an eighth presidential term. The overhaul, affecting nearly every branch of the armed forces, includes new chiefs for the infantry, air force, and navy, alongside the promotion of eight brigadier generals to major generals. These moves are seen as an […]
Martian Meteorite Found in Niger Fetches $4.3M at Auction
A massive Martian meteorite, the largest ever found on Earth, has sold for a staggering $4.3 million at a Sotheby’s auction in New York. The rock, which weighs 54 pounds and was discovered in Niger in November 2023, is 70% larger than any other known Mars fragment on Earth. Sotheby’s called the rock “unbelievably rare.” It is […]
Zuma’s MK Party Issues Ramaphosa Resignation Ultimatum
The Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party, led by former President Jacob Zuma, has issued an ultimatum demanding President Cyril Ramaphosa resign by 9 a.m. on July 18, or face mass action, litigation, and a motion of no confidence. The party accuses Ramaphosa of violating the Constitution by appointing Professor Cachalia, who is not a cabinet or parliamentary […]
Ethiopia’s Debt Restructuring at Risk Despite Reform Push
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Ethiopia that its recent reforms, backed by a $3.4 billion loan, may not be enough to ease its debt restructuring efforts. While the agency acknowledged the country’s push toward economic reforms—such as subsidy cuts, tax changes, and currency liberalization—it also flagged significant risks that could complicate said reforms. According […]
Global Investors Back Nigeria’s Coastal Highway with Record Loan Deal
Nigeria has secured a landmark $747 million syndicated loan to fund Phase 1, Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, which spans 47.47 km. This marks the largest syndicated road infrastructure loan in the country’s history and signals renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s reform agenda. Led by Deutsche Bank, the financing includes contributions from major international and […]
Maasai Mara Enters World Book of Records for Iconic Wildlife Migration
The Maasai Mara National Reserve has earned a spot in the World Book of Records for hosting the world’s largest and most dramatic annual terrestrial wildlife migration. Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes cross the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of greener pastures, drawing millions of tourists eager to witness the spectacle. The World Book […]
