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Liberia: Senators Push For Suspension of Cargo Operator at Airport Over Drug Bust

24 June 2026

[Liberian Observer] The Senate is facing growing pressure to take a more assertive role in one of the country's largest narcotics investigations in recent memory after Montserrado County Senators Abraham Darius Dillon and Saah H. Joseph formally requested that the Legislature recommend the temporary suspension of GLS Menzies' cargo-handling concession at Roberts International Airport (RIA) pending the outcome of investigations into the seizure of approximately 233.1 kilograms of cocaine valued at US$19.2 million. [...]

West Africa: West Africa's Rice Imperative - Why Investing in the Value Chain Is the Most Important Bet We Can Make

23 June 2026

[World Bank] Every year, West Africa sends more than $3.5 billion abroad to buy rice -- a staple food that millions of people across the region consume every day. Yet, this is a crop that grows and thrives in the region. [...]

South Africa: More Than 200 Bank Branches Now Offering Smart ID Card

24 June 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Home Affairs has reached another historic milestone on its path-breaking journey of digital transformation, with 203 bank branches now live in the new digital partnership model with the banking sector. [...]

Zimbabwe: Landmark Solar Deal Set to Power Zimbabwe's Energy Future

24 June 2026

[263Chat] Zimbabwe's drive towards increased renewable energy generation received a significant boost this week after ZimGreenCo and Dolcin Trading signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a major solar power project in Mashonaland West Province. [...]

South Africa: National Treasury Releases Provincial Budget Report

24 June 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] National Treasury has released the Provincial Budgets and Expenditure Report for the fourth quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, which covers provincial receipts and payments. [...]

Southern Africa: SADC to Convene Meeting of Ministers of Finance and Investment and Peer Review Panel to Strengthen Cooperation in Investment, Financial Integration and Macroeconomic Surveillance

24 June 2026

[SADC] The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will hold a Meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Finance and Investment and the Peer Review Panel on 2 July 2026 in Harare, Republic of Zimbabwe to strengthen cooperation and coordination of investment, financial and capital market integration, and macroeconomic surveillance mechanisms to achieve sustainable economic development and inclusive growth in the SADC region. [...]

Ghana: Ghanaians to Pay More for Electricity, Water From July 1

24 June 2026

[Ghanaian Times] Ghanaians will pay more for electricity and water from July 1, 2026, following a new tariff adjustment approved by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC). [...]

Liberia: Salayea-Konia Road Project Gains U.S.$30m Funding Lifeline

24 June 2026

[Liberian Observer] The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), has signed a US$30 million Loan Agreement with the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) to finance the upgrading of the Salayea-Konia Road, a critical segment of the Gbarnga-Mendikorma Highway that connects Liberia's northwestern region to major economic corridors. [...]

Nigeria: Nigerian Airlines Now Depend On Bank Loans As Fuel Costs Soar - Onyema

24 June 2026

[Premium Times] Onyema's comments come barely five days after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in the gantry price of aviation fuel (Jet A1) to N1,450 per litre, highlighting the continued tension between fluctuating fuel costs and the survival of domestic airlines in Nigeria. [...]

Ghana: MTN Ghana Introduces Faster Unlimited Fibre Packages

24 June 2026

[Ghanaian Times] MTN Ghana has introduced new speed-based Unlimited Fibre packages as part of efforts to expand digital inclusion and improve connectivity for households across the country. [...]

Somalia: Somaliland, World Bank Review Public Financial Reform Project

24 June 2026

[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- Somaliland and the World Bank concluded a two-day review meeting on Tuesday aimed at assessing progress in a major public sector reform programme designed to modernize state financial management and strengthen government institutions. [...]

East Africa: Kigali to Host 26th EAC Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Trade Fair

24 June 2026

[Independent (Kampala)] The East African Community (EAC) will bring its flagship Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair to Kigali in late October, as regional policymakers seek to accelerate industrialisation, strengthen local supply chains and reduce dependence on imports. [...]

Liberia: U.S. Signals Strong Confidence in Mansa-Orion Mining Collabo

24 June 2026

[Liberian Observer] The United States Embassy in Monrovia has reaffirmed growing international interest in Liberia's mining sector following a high-level diplomatic meeting between U.S. officials, Mansa Resources Limited, and its strategic U.S. investment partner Orion Resource Partners, as discussions intensify around the development and management of the Dugbe Gold Project in southeastern Liberia. [...]

Liberia: Samuel Jackson Wants Wife's Autopsy Report Released

24 June 2026

[Liberian Observer] Prominent Liberian economist and political commentator Samuel P. Jackson has renewed calls for the immediate release of autopsy and toxicology reports relating to the death of his wife, South African national Ntombikayise Innocentia Khumalo, popularly known as Toni Khumalo, saying the prolonged delay has denied her family the opportunity to bury her more than three months after her death. [...]

Liberia: Liberia Secures U.S.$30m for Salayea-Konia Road Project

24 June 2026

[New Dawn] Vienna, Austria, June 24, 2026 - The Government of Liberia has signed a US$30 million loan agreement with the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) to finance the paving of the Salayea-Konia Road, a key section of the Gbarnga-Mendikorma Highway linking the country's northwestern region to major economic corridors. [...]

Nigeria: Cardoso Launches Naira Ambassadors Club, Warns Currency Abuse Raises Costs for Economy

24 June 2026

[This Day] Abuja -- The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, yesterday warned that the persistent abuse, mutilation and improper handling of the Naira imposes avoidable financial costs on the country, stressing that safeguarding the national currency must be regarded as a collective civic responsibility. [...]

Rwanda: Rwanda's AI Agency Is Timely, but Delivery Will Matter Most

24 June 2026

[New Times] The Cabinet's approval of a National Artificial Intelligence Agency is a significant moment in Rwanda's digital transformation journey. It shows that the country is ready to make AI a central part of national development rather than merely discussing its possibilities. [...]

Nigeria: SEC Grants Fresh Licences to BGL Firms, Clears Return to Capital Market Operations

24 June 2026

[Vanguard] THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted fresh approvals to three companies within the BGL Group, authorising them to resume operations across key segments of the Nigerian capital market. [...]

Nigeria: Fuel Supply - NMDPRA Grants New Import Permits to Seven Oil Marketers

24 June 2026

[Vanguard] Nigeria's downstream petroleum regulator has approved a fresh round of fuel import permits for major oil marketers as concerns grow over domestic supply level. [...]

Sudan: Foreign Minister Holds Intensive Bilateral Talks With Arab Counterparts

24 June 2026

[SNA] Khartoum, June 23, 2026 (SUNA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Mohi-Eddin Salim, held a series of intensive bilateral meetings with several Arab foreign ministers on the sidelines of the Council of the League of Arab States at the ministerial level in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on Monday, 22 June 2026. [...]

Sudan: Economic Task Force Led By Finance Minister Reviews Urgent Measures to Stabilise Exchange Rate

24 June 2026

[SNA] Khartoum, June 23, 2026 (SUNA) -- Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the task force assigned to develop urgent measures to address economic challenges related to exports and imports, as part of the government's efforts to achieve economic stability. [...]

Nigeria: Nigeria's Intra-African Trade Up 21% to $9.02bn As AfCFTA Opens New Export Markets

24 June 2026

[This Day] Nigeria's trade with other African countries climbed to $9.02 billion in 2025, underscoring the growing importance of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in expanding market access for Nigerian exporters and deepening regional economic integration. [...]

Nigeria: We're Building Infrastructure for Knowledge-Driven Economy - Tinubu

24 June 2026

[This Day] President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is building road infrastructure to lay the needed physical foundation for a knowledge-driven economy, stressing that education, justice, and innovation need roads to thrive. [...]

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Economic Reform Delivering Tangible Results Across Sectors, Says PM Abiy

24 June 2026

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia's Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda is delivering substantial gains across key sectors, laying a foundation for sustainable prosperity and long-term national development for future generations. [...]

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Calls for Faster Progress On Electrification, Access and Affordability

24 June 2026

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- __ Foreign Minister and COP32 President-Designate Gedion Timothewos has called for faster progress on expanding electricity access and improving the affordability of climate finance while addressing the Global Electrification Dialogue during the London Climate Action Week. [...]

World Cup 2026: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland contest best ever Golden Boot race?

24 June 2026

Lionel Messi leads the way with five goals with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland second with four goals each. [...]

Mamdani-backed candidates defeat pro-Israel lawmakers in primaries

24 June 2026

Candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani have scored major wins in primaries, unseating Democrats backed by pro-Israel groups [...]

US Senate approves Iran war powers resolution: What that means for Trump

24 June 2026

Four Republicans cross party lines to vote in favour of the measure. [...]

North Korea commissions warship as Kim eyes nuclear navy

24 June 2026

Kim Jong Un vows to equip North Korea's navy with nuclear weapons, signaling a strategic shift in military capabilities. [...]

Brazil vs Scotland World Cup 2026: Preview, prediction, team news, lineups

24 June 2026

Neymar could make his first appearance at this World Cup as Scotland aim to escape the group stage for the first time. [...]

Kenya braces for return of Gen Z protests – how did they begin?

24 June 2026

Two years since Gen Z protests rocked President Ruto's government, thousands gear up to take to the streets again. [...]

France confirms first Ebola case in doctor returning from DR Congo

24 June 2026

The patient is in isolation, following strict biosafety protocols to prevent risk of spread in France. [...]

How to stay cool and treat heatstroke during a heatwave

24 June 2026

Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F). [...]

Ukraine attacks on Russian-occupied Crimea trigger power cuts in Sevastopol

24 June 2026

The largest city on the Russia-controlled peninsula has been left without power after an attack on energy facilities. [...]

Four Gaza aid flotilla activists released from Libya detention

24 June 2026

Global Sumud Flotilla group says six others remain in detention and are expected to be released within 24 hours. [...]

Israeli soldiers ‘celebrate’ inside displaced Lebanese family’s home

24 June 2026

Israeli soldiers ‘celebrate’ inside displaced Lebanese family's home [...]

World Cup 2026: Key takeaways from the second round of group stage matches

24 June 2026

Here's a look at the viral moments, on-field controversies, the biggest players, best performances, goals and more. [...]

South Africa’s crises will not be solved by blaming migrants

24 June 2026

The solution is real socio-economic change in the country, and the labour movement is best positioned to push for it. [...]

North Korea commissions largest-ever warship

24 June 2026

North Korea commissions largest-ever warship [...]

Ukraine strikes strategic Russian bridge in Crimea

24 June 2026

Ukraine strikes strategic Russian bridge in Crimea [...]

Ukraine’s recovery to be deliberated in Poland amid Kyiv-Warsaw spat

24 June 2026

Amid a brewing row that tests Poland's alliance with Ukraine, President Zelenskyy will skip a key conference. [...]

Mamdani-backed candidates sweep New York City Democratic primaries

24 June 2026

Democratic socialist candidates backed by New York City mayor win key primaries, ousting two sitting congressmen. [...]

Power outages in France as Europe bakes in record heat

24 June 2026

Italy declares red heatwave alert in 16 cities, including Rome, as UK prepares for highest ever June temperatures. [...]

Iran war day 117: Nuclear inspections dispute as US Senate curbs war powers

24 June 2026

Iran and the US clash over nuclear inspections and Hormuz as negotiators push for a final deal within 60 days. [...]

Diabetes patients in Gaza face survival battle amid war shortages

24 June 2026

Insulin and equipment shortages in Gaza pose fatal risks, leading to critical health complications. [...]

Watch World Cup Day 13: Portugal’s Ronaldo breaks record while England draw

24 June 2026

Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America. [...]

Deadly heatwave grips Europe as temperatures soar across continent

24 June 2026

A blistering heatwave has swept across Europe triggering the highest-level red heat warnings in Britain and France. [...]

Kenyan Health Minister orders halt of construction of US Ebola facility

24 June 2026

Kenya’s Health Minister has stopped the construction of a US Ebola facility in Kenya. [...]

Ghana celebrates after holding nervous England to 0-0 draw

24 June 2026

Ghanaians took to the streets in celebration after the Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw at the World Cup. [...]

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups

24 June 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan [...]

Heat adaptation event cancelled as heatwave grips

24 June 2026

A meeting to explore how cities globally can adapt to rising temperatures was cancelled amid a red heat warning. [...]

London one of first locations for grooming gang investigation

24 June 2026

The inquiry says it will initially focus on Oldham, Bradford and Keighley, and London. [...]

Bigger cars could cut London parking, study says

24 June 2026

Larger cars could strip London of about 100,000 on-street parking spaces by 2040, a study warns. [...]

Legal battle brews over London's affordable homes target

24 June 2026

The mayor cut the affordable housing quota for new developments in London from 35% to 20%. [...]

Drone network part of Met's London-wide tech push

24 June 2026

The Met unveils plans for drone-assisted call outs as civil liberties groups warn of 'constant surveillance' [...]

Estimated toxic air-related deaths drop by 40%

24 June 2026

A new study suggests estimated deaths linked to toxic air in London fell by about 40% in five years. [...]

Londoners reflect on Brexit 10 years on from referendum

23 June 2026

BBC London speaks to voters in London's Remain and Leave heartlands a decade on from pivotal vote. [...]

Meet the Windrush women who helped rebuild Britain

22 June 2026

From a large house with a veranda to living in one room - Windrush Londoners share their stories. [...]

London's driverless revolution: Awe, anxiety and the unknown

19 June 2026

How soon will it be before driverless taxis are a common sight on the roads of London? [...]

'I'd be put off if he asked to split it': Who should pay on a first date?

19 June 2026

Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic. [...]

The real Ted Lasso? American student revives London football club

18 June 2026

Matthew Evans resurrects East Sheen Football Club after being inspired by its colourful history. [...]

Why has Texas set its sights on London?

18 June 2026

Texas, which once had an embassy in London, strengthens its ties with the capital by opening a new trade office. [...]

Were Havering voters misled on Hexit?

16 June 2026

Reform UK's election campaign raised the prospect of Havering leaving Greater London - a position their local leader now disowns. [...]

Joy - and a bit of rivalry - at millionth parkrun

13 June 2026

The millionth parkrun event takes place in Bushy Park - where the idea was born 22 years ago. [...]

Defender Gusto considering Chelsea future

24 June 2026

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring his options to leave this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on him. [...]

Spurs' Tonali hunt shows chasm Newcastle must bridge

24 June 2026

The pursuit of Sandro Tonali by Tottenham - who narrowly avoided relegation last season - shows the challenge Newcastle face. [...]

Leeds agree contract with Fulham forward Wilson

24 June 2026

Leeds agree a long-term contract with Fulham attacker Harry Wilson to join on a free transfer. [...]

England 'incredibly happy' to rest Itoje for Boks

24 June 2026

England assistant Richard Wigglesworth says leaving Maro Itoje out of next month's game with world champions South Africa is the right decision. [...]

Millwall sign forward Arconte from Rodez

24 June 2026

Millwall sign forward Tairyk Arconte from French second division side Rodez for an undisclosed fee. [...]

Barnet bring in winger Knowles on free transfer

24 June 2026

Forest Green Rovers released Knowles after two seasons with the Gloucestershire club. [...]

Quins poach Super Rugby champions' attack coach

23 June 2026

Harlequins appoint Brad Cooper as their new attack coach, as they reshape their backroom staff for the 2026-27 season. [...]

The nine year search for the 'Putney Pusher'

15 June 2026

New arrest in a case that shocked London - and the world - in 2017. [...]

Do new Piccadilly Line trains live up to the hype?

5 June 2026

We've been given exclusive access to the testing of the trains on the Piccadilly line. [...]

Why Thames Water is now closer to nationalisation

16 June 2026

It comes after the government objected to a huge financial rescue deal. [...]

The family sweeping London's chimneys for 300 years

15 June 2026

Scott Pearce's family have seen chimney sweeping change enormously over the years. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers. [...]

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

18 September 2023

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China. [...]

10 December 2021

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

12 December 2022

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place. [...]

CNN Heroes: Sharing the Spotlight

10 December 2022

Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

26 November 2021

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes. [...]

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24 June 2026

It's official: now avoid credit card interest into 2024

24 June 2026