Spain dominates Argentina in a one-sided World Cup final. Andy Burnham replaces Keir Starmer as Britain’s Prime Minister. And the FDA fails to find the cyclospora parasite in any Taylor Farm lettuce samples. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Here’s what to know today. How Spain…
Mykhailo Fedorov has been credited with reforming defence procurement and tackling corruption. Published On 16 Jul 202616 Jul 2026 Hundreds of people have gathered near the Ivan Franko National Theatre in central Kyiv to protest against the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, calling on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reverse the decision. According to local…
Africa’s journey towards economic transformation requires bold reforms, stronger institutions, sustained investments, and deeper partnerships to unlock the continent’s vast potential, The Gambia’s Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Seedy K.M. Keita, has said. Speaking at the closing of the 2026 meeting of African Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group…
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi has warned that “digital-first” must not become “digital-only”, as he addressed digital exclusion and the erosion of public trust at the recent Social Media Summit for Government in Johannesburg. Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi and Lorato Tshenkeng, founder and CEO of Decode. in conversation…
Communications and digital technologies minister Solly Malatsi. Communications minister Solly Malatsi has touted automated processes across the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) to reduce risks and minimise indiscretions. This, after the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and Public Service Commission (PSC) this week released the findings of an investigation into governance, irregular procurement…
Minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says Namibia is a safe investment environment that provides access to the entire southern African market. Speaking on Monday at the Namibia-China business forum as part of the president’s state visit to China, Ashipala-Musavyi said Chinese companies should consider Namibia for investments in clean energy technology, battery…
ABUJA — Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola Enikanolaiye, has said Nigeria must first strengthen its economy, security and internal stability before it can effectively reclaim its leadership role in Africa and project greater influence on the global stage. The minister stated this on Thursday in Abuja at the launch of Shadows of Power,…
After less than two years as prime minister, Keir Starmer announces his resignation amid mounting pressure from within his own Labour Party. Published On 22 Jun 202622 Jun 2026 Nearly two years after leading the Labour Party to a landslide election victory, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation amid a mounting rebellion within…
British PM resisting intensifying party pressure to step aside. A landslide win, only two years ago – yet now British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is resisting calls to step down. The return to parliament of Andy Burnham makes a leadership challenge more likely. What’s gone wrong, so fast, for Starmer? And why is there so…
The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, will deliver the keynote address for the 2026 Social Media Summit for Government on 30 June 2026, which is observed annually as World Social Media Day. The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, will deliver the keynote address for the 2026 Social Media Summit…
