Russia and North Korea near completion of first road ridge as security concerns grow
MOSCOW/PYONGYANG, July 29, 2026 — Russia and North Korea are nearing completion of their first road bridge, a project officially intended to expand trade and tourism. Still, it is increasingly…
Federal Reserve decision, big tech earnings dominate global markets
WASHINGTON, July 29, 2026 — Global financial markets were under pressure Wednesday as investors awaited a closely watched interest-rate decision from the U.S. Federal Reserve, quarterly earnings from technology giants…
ECOWAS convenes ministers in Dakar to advance regional policies on youth, sports, volunteerism
DAKAR, Senegal — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has brought together experts, senior officials, and government ministers in Dakar, Senegal, for a series of high-level meetings aimed…
SADC sets 46th summit for August as regional bloc advances peace, industrial growth, and disaster Preparedness
DURBAN, South Africa — The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has announced that its 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government will be held on 17 August 2026…
ECOWAS charts course for regional unity, security, and economic transformation following 69th Summit
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is reaffirming its commitment to regional integration, peace, and sustainable development following the conclusion of its 69th Ordinary…
AU Executive Council opens 49th ordinary session ahead of key continental decisions
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The 49th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council officially opened today at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, bringing together foreign ministers and…
Middle East on edge: Why U.S.-Iran tensions continue to threaten global energy markets
Despite a pause in direct military confrontation, tensions between the United States and Iran continue to cast a long shadow over global energy markets and international trade. Diplomatic efforts remain…
SADC Industrialisation Week opens in South Africa with focus on regional growth and economic transformation
DURBAN, South Africa — The 9th Annual Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialisation Week (SIW) officially opened on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) in…
ECOWAS advances regional development with new investments in finance, energy, and healthcare
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced a series of major initiatives aimed at strengthening regional development, expanding energy cooperation, and improving healthcare services across West Africa.…
Middle East tensions continue to weigh on global energy markets and shipping
Global energy markets remain on alert as ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt key international shipping routes, contributing to higher freight costs and persistent uncertainty in…