Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Takes Delivery of Over 2,000 CNG Trucks for Fuel Distribution
[Vanguard] THE Dangote Petroleum Refinery has taken delivery of more than 2,000 Compressed Natural gas, CNG trucks and ready for nationwide distribution of petroleum products to end-users.
El Salvador approves indefinite reelection, extends presidential term to six years
Supporters argue the reforms simply align the presidency with rules already applying to other elected officials. Vice President of the Assembly Suecy Callejas claimed the changes give power “back to the people.”
South Africa injects Rhino horns with radioactive material to combat poaching
With rhino populations dwindling — now down to 27,000 globally — and South Africa losing about 500 rhinos a year to poaching, researchers hope this high-tech deterrent will tilt the odds in favor of conservation.
New Hemingway-inspired mural unveiled in Latvian port city
In the Latvian port city of Liepaja, French artist Mathieu Kroyal, known as Aero, has completed the city’s largest mural to date in just nine days.
Mali’s Ex-PM Moussa Mara questioned over social media post
Mali’s former prime minister Moussa Mara faced another day of questioning on Thursday over a message he posted on social media last month.
Co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda set to make history as first CHAN tournament co-hosts
Co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda prepare to make history as the first ever CHAN tournament co-hosts. The 19-team competition kicks off on Saturday in Dar es Salaam and runs through 30 August.
Japan bets big on African innovation ahead of TICAD9 {Business Africa}
Japan Reaffirms Commitment to Africa through TICAD, ahead of its ninth summit—doubling down on collaborative investment and innovation in the face of rising global protectionism and youth unemployment while Nigeria’s $21 Billion Diaspora Remittances surpass foreign aid.
WATCH: Protesters in Athens call for end to war in Gaza
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in central Athens on Thursday, rallying against the ongoing war in Gaza and demanding greater humanitarian aid for the besieged enclave.
UN warns of growing terror threats from ISIS and Al-Qaida, especially in Africa and Syria
Experts also warn of increasing financial strain on ISIS, with fighter salaries hitting record lows and new covert methods being used to move funds undetected
Namibia: ‘Fast-Track Oil, Gas Infrastructure’ …Interest Grows in Namibia’s Hydrocarbon Resources
[New Era] Namibia is preparing to take a step into the oil and gas industry, as the country positions itself to start processing crude oil once production begins. With major oil discoveries made in 2022, Namibia is becoming a new hotspot for global energy companies and investors.