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Zambia in talks with Saudi Arabia to secure “cheap oil”

Zambia had launched talks with Saudi Arabia to secure “cheap oil” supplies, while also seeking support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Zambian Minister of Energy Peter Kapala noted an attempt at a deal with Saudi Arabia by the previous government, but said there was a change of approach. Rather than buying the petroleum goods […]

The Netherlands affirms that autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is most feasible solution to Sahara dispute

The Netherlands affirmed that “genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the most feasible solution to definitely put an end to the regional dispute.” This position, falling in the context of the international momentum created under the impetus of King Mohammed VI in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over its Sahara and the Autonomy Plan, was expressed […]

Mali’s ruling junta tightens its grip over politics, media, and lucrative mining sector

Mali’s ruling junta further seeks to tighten its grip over the West African nation, as it has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life, and it may also be reportedly seeking to use Russia’s mercenary Wagner mercenaries to threaten a take-over of Barrick’s Loulo-Gounkoto gold mine. Repression in […]