Libya’s powerful central bank governor sacked
The presidential council in the capital of Tripoli, which is allied with the government of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah that controls western Libya, removed Gov. Sadiq al-Kabir, according to a decree issued late Sunday.
Egypt increases electricity rates for households by up to 50 per cent
The gradual phase out of electricity subsidies is part of an agreement with the IMF to expand Egypt’s loan programme to $8 billion.
Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he endorses Harris
President Joe Biden delivered his valedictory address to the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, saying, “I gave my best to you” and basking in a long ovation that reflected the energy released by his decision to cede the stage to Vice President Kamala Harris.
DRC to receive Mpox vaccines next week
As the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended on Monday, August 19, that countries affected by the Mpox variant initiate vaccination plans in areas where cases have emerged, the hardest-hit nation, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), expressed hope to receive its first vaccine doses.
Plastic pollution: Experts gathered in Bangkok to negotiate treaty behind closed doors
To develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, experts from around the globe will meet in Bangkok, Thailand starting August 24. This meeting is the first time the substance of what could go into the treaty will be discussed in detail.
Nigeria: Amidst Fuel Crisis, NNPC Retail Cedes Total Control to Ovh
[Premium Times] Nigerians largely blame NNPC Ltd for the fuel crisis in the country. But in reality, the NNPC Retail no longer exists.
Nigeria: Tinubu Approves Use of NNPC Dividends for Payment of Petrol Subsidy – Report
[Premium Times] The president approved Mr Kyari's request on 6 June, a report has said.
Kenya Airways records first half year profit in over a decade
Kenya Airways reported its first half-year profit in over a decade on Monday, with a profit after tax of 513 million Kenyan shillings ($4 million) for January to June, reversing a 21.7 billion shilling loss from the same period last year.
Malawi receives an insurance payout of $11.2 million for El Nino-linked drought disaster
The Malawian government has received an insurance payout of $11.2 million for a crippling El Nino-linked drought that led the southern African nation to declare a state of disaster earlier this year.
Thierry Henry steps down as France under-21 coach after Olympic silver medal
Henry considers winning the silver medal at the Olympic Games for his country one of the greatest achievements of his life.