africa-remittances

Moroccan King’s Envoy Carries on Gulf Tour with Visit to Doha

Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita who is carrying messages from King Mohammed VI to the rulers of the Gulf countries carried on his Gulf tour with a visit to Doha this Thursday. Upon arrival in Doha, Bourita was received by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, to whom he conveyed the royal […]

Cyril Ramaphosa scraps Davos plans over energy crisis at home

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has cancelled plans to take part in World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos because of the energy crisis affecting the country. Vincent Magwenya, spokesman of the South African president said Ramaphosa will remain home to hold talks with Eskom and political leaders. Earlier reports said he would lead a government […]

Endless rule or end of an era? — Cameroon’s 92-year-old president seeks eighth term

President Paul Biya, Africa’s second-longest serving leader and the world’s oldest head of state at 92, has confirmed his candidacy for Cameroon’s 12 October presidential election. The announcement, made via social media, ends months of speculation about his political future and reignites debate over the country’s democratic stagnation. “I am a candidate in the presidential […]