International News

The Africa Mindset Reset Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, is encouraging a rethink of how the continent approaches its development challenges. The forum brings together leaders, academics and innovators to explore Africa’s economic potential, technological transformation and the importance of stronger continental cooperation. Discussions have focused on the emerging concept of

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has secured a second term after winning the country’s 2026 Presidential Election with 61.5 percent of the vote. His re-election follows a campaign and vote-counting process marked by political tensions, with concerns raised over the treatment of opposition parties, political violence and the temporary suspension of

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved 20 billion CFA francs (approximately R577 million) to support Senegal’s public finance reforms as the country works to address a growing debt crisis. The funding is intended to improve domestic revenue collection, strengthen financial transparency and advance structural reforms aimed at restoring confidence

The expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, coupled with escalating settler violence against Palestinian communities, is placing increasing pressure on the prospects for a two-state solution, according to the Director of the Center for Islam and Global Affairs (CIGA) at Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University, Dr Sami Al-Arian.

Artificial intelligence (AI), digital skills and remote work are creating new opportunities for young people in Gaza to earn an income despite the ongoing conflict and widespread unemployment. Speaking to VOC News, Data and Technology Executive Vukosi Sambo said the destruction of infrastructure and limited access to traditional employment have