Policy Shifts and Demand Propel Kenya’s Expanding Mitumba Market
Kenya has emerged as Africa's leading importer of second-hand clothing, known as mitumba, importing $298 million worth in 2023. Increased...
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Sudanese Army Regains Control of Libya Market in Omdurman
The Sudanese Army has successfully regained control of the "Libya Market" in Omdurman for the first time since being seized...
Brazil Positioned to Withstand Global Trade War, Asserts Finance Minister
Brazil's Finance Minister notes that the country is in a "privileged" position to withstand trade wars. Economic resilience, coupled with...
Ukraine Receives U.S. Proposal for Rare Earth Elements Agreement
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the receipt of a U.S. proposal for a rare earth elements agreement. He emphasized the...
Today’s Partial Solar Eclipse: Visibility, Safety, and Observations
A partial solar eclipse will take place today, visible from eastern Canada to Siberia, starting at 8:50 AM UTC and...
Sudanese Army Regains Control of Key Market in Khartoum Area from RSF
The Sudanese army reported regaining control of Souq Libya in Omdurman, a key market used by the Rapid Support Forces...
Morocco’s Water Highway: A Temporary Solution Amid Climate Concerns
Morocco's "water highway" project, redirecting surplus water from the Sebou River to urban areas, has cost $728 million and successfully...
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Leadership: Insights from the Bukele-Trump Alliance
El Salvador, under President Nayib Bukele, has emerged as a cryptocurrency leader by adopting Bitcoin as legal tender. The recent...
Iran Threatens to Target British Forces in Chagos Islands Amid U.S. Tensions
Iran has issued a warning targeting British forces at Diego Garcia if the US attacks. This comes in response to...
ICU Appeals to Bank of Ghana for Reduction of Corporate Tax on Rural Banks
The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union (ICU) has urged the Bank of Ghana to lower the 25 percent corporate tax...
