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South Africans agree on democracy being best fit of government

(MENAFN) A recent public opinion survey has revealed that less than half of South Africans now regard democracy as the most suitable system of government, signaling a deepening crisis of confidence in the nation’s political framework, according to...

Poll Reveals South Africans Lose Faith in Democracy

(MENAFN) Fewer than half of South Africans now consider democracy the best form of government, according to the latest Afrobarometer survey, signaling a troubling decline in public trust in political systems across Africa. “The share who support...

Fortuna intersects 7.3 g/t Au over 16.1 meters and defines second underground shoot at Sunbird, Séguéla Mine, Côte d’Ivoire

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fortuna Mining Corp. (NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI) is pleased to report results from ongoing exploration drilling at the Sunbird Deposit, located at the Séguéla Mine in Côte d’Ivoire. Recent...

Aqua Labs Champions UAE Vision 2030

With $20 Million Global Startup Program And Summit Leadership in Dubai DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aqua Labs, the emerging UAE-based Web3 investment group, has reinforced its commitment to the nation’s Economic...

Treasury on South Africa South Africa exiting FATF greylist on 24 October 2025

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) today announced that South Africa has exited the FATF greylist, formally called the list of “Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring”. This follows the conclusion of meetings of the FATF Plenary that took...

The 33rd African Diaspora International Film Festival Celebrates African Voices and the Fight for Artistic Freedom

The 33rd African Diaspora International Film Festival spotlights a bold lineup of contemporary African films exploring resilience, artistic freedom and identity NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 33rd African...

Shea Butter Market Worth USD 1.66 Billion in 2024 – Trends & Growth Forecast

Manufacturers focusing on sustainable sourcing and premium formulations are poised to capitalize on global opportunities in the Shea Butter Market. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Explore the global Shea...

UNHCR calls for support to tackle displacement crisis in Africa

(MENAFN) The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for stronger international action to address the escalating displacement crisis across Africa’s Sahel region, where nearly 4 million people have been forced from their homes in...

Reggae-dancehall artiste Terry Ganzie, the Original Outlaw Leader is back

Back Pon Di Throne WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One of the marquee dancehall artistes of the 1990s, Terry Ganzie is once again immersed in music, returning to his roots after a self-imposed hiatus from a...

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West Africa’s mining giants to attend SIM Senegal 2025, the region’s largest mining event this year

SIM Senegal 2025, West Africa’s leading mining event will take place from the 4th – 6th November 2025. DAKAR, DIAMNIADIO, SENEGAL, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SIM Senegal 2025, West Africa’s leading mining event will take place from...

African Union suspends Madagascar’s membership after leader’s ousting

(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) has suspended Madagascar’s membership after the military ousted President Andry Rajoelina, forcing him to flee to a “safe location” amid escalating unrest. The suspension was announced Wednesday, hours after Colonel...

Orezone Reports Q3-2025 Production and Hard Rock Expansion Update

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orezone Gold Corporation (TSX: ORE | ASX: ORE | OTCQX: ORZCF) (the “Company” or “Orezone”) is pleased to announce its Q3-2025 gold production results and construction progress on its...

Venezuela announces closing its embassy in Norway

(MENAFN) Venezuela announced Monday that it would shut its embassy in Oslo, shortly after opposition figure María Corina Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize. The Venezuelan government did not directly address Machado’s award, stating that the...

Mali enforces visa bond on US visitors in retaliation move

(MENAFN) Mali has introduced a new visa regulation requiring U.S. citizens to pay a refundable bond of up to $10,000 when applying for business or tourist visas, in a reciprocal move responding to a similar measure recently enforced by Washington....

What subjects do African students study in Russia?

(MENAFN) Medicine, engineering, information technology, and agriculture are the most sought-after fields for African students studying in Russia, according to Pavel Shevtsov, deputy head of the Russian agency for international cooperation,...

Russia, Nigeria ink deal to cooperate on seed production, crop breeding

(MENAFN) Russia and Nigeria have agreed to collaborate on seed development and crop breeding, according to reports from the 27th Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition held in Moscow. The memorandum of understanding was finalized at the West...

Russia, Nigeria ink agreement to enhance farming relations

(MENAFN) Russia and Nigeria have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on seed production and crop breeding, officials confirmed Wednesday at the 27th Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition in Moscow. The agreement was signed at the...

Moscow claims Ukraine supports militant groups in Africa

(MENAFN) Russian authorities have claimed that new evidence points to Ukrainian support for militant groups operating in Africa’s Sahara-Sahel region, including the provision of drones, according to statements by Russian Foreign Ministry...

Fortuna delivers production of 72,462 gold equivalent ounces for the third quarter of 2025

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fortuna Mining Corp. (NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI) reports production results for the third quarter of 2025 from its three operating mines located in West Africa and Latin America. Q3 2025...