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Alstom Supplies Libya Gas Turbine Spare Parts

French power leader Alsthom will provide Libya spare parts for 11 gas turbine units under a 250 million euro contract signed with General Electricity Company of the North African country. The Alstom spare parts are destined for five Libyan power plants operating GT13 turbines manufactured and installed by the French company. The delivery of parts […]

Sudanese Army Repels RSF Attack on Babnousa as City Empties Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Sudanese army on Sunday repelled a major assault by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the city of Babnousa in West Kordofan, according to local witnesses. The RSF reportedly launched artillery fire and advanced with combat vehicles, but were driven back by army troops who later released videos confirming control over the area. The […]

Poverty: World Bank to boost lending to Africa

The World Bank’s new president, David Malpass, announced over the week plans to boost lending to African countries to help fight poverty. Malpass made the statement after touring Madagascar, Ethiopia and Mozambique on April 29-May 3. He met with these countries’ leaders and stakeholders and visited World Bank-funded projects. Africa is working at reducing poverty […]