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Trump introduces new tariffs of up to 50 percent on imports from African countries
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) In April, US President Donald Trump introduced new tariffs of up to 50% on imports from African countries, ending the duty-free access these nations previously enjoyed under the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This act had...
Lavrov criticizes IMF, World Bank for favoring Ukraine over Africa
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has sharply criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank for what he described as a grossly unequal distribution of financial aid, claiming Ukraine has received more support...
Russia sees Africa as great coal shipments market
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia sees Africa as a promising market for its coal exports, potentially becoming the third-largest destination after China and India, according to Deputy Energy Minister Dmitry Islamov in a TASS interview. With Africa’s population...
Vocal critic of West wants reelection as Ugandan president
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has declared his intention to run for a seventh term in the 2026 elections, potentially extending his nearly four-decade-long rule to almost 50 years. Known for his strong opposition to Western influence...
Malian leader sees Putin as ‘sincere’ president
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Transitional Malian President Assimi Goita praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for his honesty and pragmatic approach to international affairs, describing him as a sincere statesman. Goita made these remarks following an official...
Russian finance minister states national currencies free BRICS from Western pressure
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Using national currencies in trade allows BRICS nations to reduce dependence on Western financial systems that could abruptly block transactions, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov stated on Sunday. Speaking at the 17th BRICS summit...
G20 chair demands urgent worldwide action on Africa’s debt predicament
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for immediate and coordinated global efforts to address the escalating debt crisis burdening many developing nations, particularly across Africa. In his weekly national letter, Ramaphosa...
Moscow enhances transport relations with three African countries
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has reached new agreements with Djibouti, Egypt, and Morocco to enhance bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, the Russian Ministry of Transport announced on Monday. The focus will be on developing regulations and...
Linyi products cultivate foundations for China-Africa trade hub in Angola
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 9, 2025
LINYI, China, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From July 4 to 6, the Linyi Trade City (Angola) High-Quality Products Fair 2025 took center stage at the Angola International Real Estate Trade Fair (FINI 2025). This marked another large-scale...
President Cyril Ramaphosa: Media briefing on occasion of Stave Visit by resident Alexander Van der Bellen of Austria
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Your Excellency, President Alexander Van der Bellen, Ministers and Deputy Ministers, Ambassadors, Senior officials, Members of the media, Ladies and gentlemen, As you are aware, Your Excellency, South Africans are today mourning the passing of our...
President Cyril Ramaphosa: Official Talks with President Van Der Bellenn on State Visit by Austria
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Your Excellency, President Alexander van der Bellen, Ministers and Deputy Ministers, Ambassadors, Members of delegations, Senior officials, On behalf of the people and Government of the Republic of South Africa, it is my pleasure to welcome you on...
Deputy Minister Seiso Joel Mohai: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
Honourable Chairperson of the Session, Honourable Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Ms Maropene Ramokgopa Honourable Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Ms Teliswa...
Minister Julien Paluku Accelerates President Tshisekedi’s Vision through U.S.–DRC Mineral Partnership and AGOA Renewal
EIN Presswire
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July 4, 2025
HUNTERSVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- H.E. Julien Paluku, the Minister of Foreign Trade of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is proud to submit this testimony for the Annual Review of the Eligibility of...
South African public officials' group is set to visit China
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A group of South African public officials is set to visit China from July 7 to 27 as part of an exchange program focused on city governance, according to an announcement made by a South African official on Monday. The initiative is...
Many murdered in high school stampede in African nation
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A tragic stampede at Barthelemy Boganda High School in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic (CAR), has left at least 29 students dead and over 280 injured, according to government officials. The incident occurred on...
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni: Government Communication and Information System Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, Honourable Khusela Sangoni, Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong, Members of the Portfolio Committee on Communications...
Minister Ronald Lamola: Pre-Budget International Relations and Cooperation Media Briefing
South African Government
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July 5, 2025
Africa: Implementing Agenda 2063 Our foreign policy is an extension of our domestic imperatives on human rights and resolving the triple challenges of inequality, poverty and unemployment. Through attracting Foreign Direct Investment, we intend to...
Minister Blade Nzimande receives Cuban ambassador to South Africa for a courtesy visit
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, received Her Excellency, Mrs Esther Armenteros, Cuban Ambassador to South Africa for a courtesy visit. Over the past three decades, South Africa’s collaboration with Cuba...
Minister Senzo Mchunu: South African Police Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Salutations and introduction Honourable Speaker Honourable Deputy Speaker His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa (in absentia) His Excellency, the Deputy President Paul Mashatile Cabinet Colleagues Deputy Ministers, Mr Cassel Mathale and Dr...
Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa: Signing of memorandum of understanding between the South African Maritime Safety Authority and Swedish Transport Agency
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
Honourable Guests, Distinguished Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen It is both an honour and a privilege to stand before you today to witness the signing of this important Memorandum of Understanding between the South African Maritime Safety...