Independence Day: Nigeria’s five best presidents

By Sandra Simon While marking Nigeria’s independence, it is also imperative to recognise the leaders who advanced and progressed the nation. Nigeria’s history has been shaped by various leaders, some of whom have left a long-lasting impact on the...

“Very strong, really strong”: SECAM President on Church in Southern Africa, Hails IMBISA on Golden Jubilee

Credit: Zonke Tembe “But I'm here also to encourage our brothers to go on, mainly this year as we are celebrating the jubilee of hope,” said the Congolese member of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in reference to the ongoing Catholic...

ExxonMobil seeks security guarantees for massive Mozambique LNG project

The Financial Times reported that ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods sought assurances from Mozambique's president, Daniel Chapo, last week about security for a proposed $30bn gas terminal in the country ahead of a decision to greenlight the project....

Viral video of minor’s assault took place in Mozambique, not KZN: Education Department

The Department of Education in KwaZulu-Natal has urged the public to act responsibly by verifying information before sharing content on social media platforms. This comes after a disturbing video that has been circulating on the internet depicts a...

Mozambique looks to mega-projects in bid to recover growth

Mozambique, potentially one of Africa’s most promising economies, is on the path of economic recovery after grappling with multiple challenges that have seen growth plummet from the highs of a decade ago. But the country’s growth prospects remain...

Mozambique: Over 9,000 dog bites recorded, 14 people die from rabies in H1

Mozambican authorities have recorded more than 9,000 cases of dog bites, resulting in 14 deaths from rabies, in the first six months of the year, the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries announced on Monday, acknowledging...

EDUCATION FIRST, POLITICS ASIDE

Nigeria’s education sector remains vulnerable to the short term calculations of politics rather than the long term needs of learners, contends JOAN OSA OVIAWE When I first reviewed exam enrollment data as Commissioner for Education in Edo State,...

Mozambique insurgents kill four in town near military base

Insurgents linked to the Islamic State group in northern Mozambique killed four civilians in an attack on the town of Macomia, a local military official and residents told AFP on Monday. Renewed attacks have been reported in recent months in Cabo...

Government–business pact delivers wins, eyes tougher reforms

The Government-Business Partnership is making significant progress, although there is still much to be done, an editors’ briefing heard late last week. In a frank discussion, the likes of Discovery’s Adrian Gore, Sibanye-Stillwater’s Neal...

When does AFCON 2025 start? Dates and schedule as international tournament given unusual early start

It’s almost time for the latest edition of football’s most vibrant and unpredictable football tournament – the Africa Cup of Nations. The 35th edition of the tournament kicks off this winter with 24 teams battling it out for Africa’s biggest...

Greater Cooperation Essential to Ensure Sustainable, Self-reliant Social Protection in Africa: Minister

Addis Ababa, September 30, 2025 (ENA)— Greater continental cooperation and commitment are essential to ensure a sustainable and self-reliant social protection system in Africa, Ergogie Tesfaye, Women and Social Affairs Minister said. Her remarks...

Exxon CEO seeks security assurances from Mozambique president for $30B LNG terminal - FT

David McNew/Getty Images NewsExxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) CEO Darren Woods sought assurances last week from Mozambique's president Chapo about security for a proposed $30 billion liquefied natural gas export terminal before making a decision to...

UN General Assembly: Africa asserts sovereignty and spirit of new form of international governance

The 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly concluded this past Monday, Sept. 29 at the UN Headquarters in New York City. This year’s theme for the UNGA80 was “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human...

International Geodiversity Day: Discover Luxembourg's hidden geological treasures on 4 October

Visitors will have the chance to explore Luxembourg's landscapes, mines, and mineral collections during a series of free events on 4 October. Luxembourg will mark International Geodiversity Day on Saturday, 4 October, with a series of events...

Does Mozambique need to negotiate with terrorists?

Good afternoon. Is President Chapo turning towards a new strategy to try and end the conflict in Cabo Delgado? In remarkable comments made to broadcaster Al Jazeera this weekend, he said plainly that the end of the conflict would come through...

‘Null and void’: West-engineered ‘snapback’ sanctions against Iran legally toothless

By Press TV Website Staff United Nations has confirmed the reactivation of “snapback” sanctions against Iran after the UN Security Council failed to adopt a resolution to extend Resolution 2231 by six months. It followed the formal invocation of...

Inside Daniel Chapo’s Vision to Bring Mozambique Together

Mozambique’s new president, Daniel Chapo, has launched an “inclusive national dialogue,” seeking to heal deep social, political, and regional wounds in a turbulent post-election year. Standing before government leaders, opposition...

ExxonMobil Seeks Security Assurances For $30B Mozambique LNG Project From President Chapo: Report

ExxonMobil (XOM) CEO Darren Woods reportedly met with Mozambique President Daniel Chapo on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly to seek security assurances for a proposed $30 billion gas terminal in the African nation. According to...

Power imports from Eskom reached N$1.5 billion 

Chamwe Kaira Namibia imported 1 079 GWh of electricity from South Africa in the financial year ending 31 March 2025, according to Eskom’s international sales by country report. The imports cost Namibia N$1.5 billion in revenue contributions to...

Germany gave record €11.8 billion away in international climate aid in 2024

At a time of domestic economic hardship, Germany provided a record €11.8 billion in international climate financing to other countries in 2024, according to figures released on Monday by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and...