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Russia, African countries host boxing tournament

(MENAFN) A boxing tournament featuring athletes from Russia and the Sahel region of Africa was held in Niger on Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II. The event, organized by the NGO 'Niger–Russia Together Hand in...

Global vehicle-smuggling ring revealed in Africa

(MENAFN) An international car-smuggling operation involving vehicles stolen from Europe and Canada has been uncovered in West Africa, according to Afrique-sur7 on Sunday. Interpol's joint initiative, dubbed Operation ‘Safe Wheels’, led to the...

B2Gold Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results – Conference Call Details

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) will release its third quarter 2025 financial results after the North American markets close on...

Zelensky ‘blatantly lying’ on allegations Russia ruining Ukraine-Africa relations

(MENAFN) South African politician Themba Godi has accused Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky of "blatantly lying" about claims that Russia is sabotaging Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts in Africa. Speaking to RT on Thursday, Godi called Zelensky’s...

France boots dozen Algerian diplomats

(MENAFN) France has expelled 12 Algerian diplomats and recalled its ambassador, Stéphane Romatet, from Algiers, following a significant deterioration in bilateral relations, as announced by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Tuesday. The...

S-African politician describes Zelensky as warlord, warmonger

(MENAFN) Veteran African National Congress (ANC) politician Tony Yengeni has strongly criticized Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, labeling him a "warlord" and a "warmonger" in a recent interview with RT. Yengeni voiced his disapproval of...

Lavrov claims colonial borders feed instability in Africa

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has blamed Africa's ongoing instability on the legacy of colonialism, particularly the arbitrary borders imposed by former colonial powers. In an interview with Kommersant published Monday, Lavrov...

Russian firm plans on launching sea route to West Africa

(MENAFN) Russia is set to launch a direct shipping route from Novorossiysk, located on the Black Sea, to Lagos, Nigeria’s largest port city, in an effort to strengthen trade ties with West Africa, according to TASS and Interfax. The initiative,...

Russia vows defense backing to African nations

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reaffirmed Moscow's commitment to assisting the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) in strengthening its defense capabilities. During talks with foreign ministers from Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso in...

Barrick Calls for Responsible Leadership as Mali Situation Escalates

All amounts expressed in US dollars TORONTO, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) confirms that it has continued to engage in good faith with the Government of Mali to finalise an agreement that was...

Minister Nomakhosazana Meth signs contracts with Labour Activation Programme partner organisations, 9 Jan

The Minister of the Department of Employment and Labour, Ms. Nomakhosazana Meth (MP) will on Thursday, 9 January 2025, sign contracts with 12 Labour Activation Programme (LAP) partner organisations in the Western Cape, aimed at stimulating job...

4th Annual International Urs Mubarak Commemorates the Life and Legacy of Hazrat El Sheikh Syed Mubarik Ali Shah Gillani

LAHORE, PAKISTAN, PAKISTAN, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 4th Annual Urs Shareef commemorating the passing of Hazrat El Sheikh Syed Mubarik Ali Shah Gillani (mercy of Allah upon him) was held in Lahore, Pakistan on Sunday, April 6,...

Sports.com Strikes Major Deal With Telecom Giant Orange to Bring Sports Streaming to Millions Across Africa and the Middle East

LONDON, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sports.com, a global leader in digital sports entertainment and a wholly-owned brand of Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW), has announced a partnership with Orange Middle East and Africa S.A. to...

B2Gold Achieves Commercial Production at the Goose Mine

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Goose Mine, part of the Back River Gold District, located in Nunavut,...

Education serves as key link between Russia, Africa

(MENAFN) For decades, education has served as a key link between Russia and Africa, shaping generations of professionals and leaders. The Soviet Union’s investment in academic exchange laid the groundwork for long-term partnerships, and today,...

Fortifying Africa’s Financial Future: BFSI Security Summit Hits Johannesburg in 2025

JOHANNESBURG, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Banks and insurance companies across Africa face an unprecedented wave of cyberattacks, with ransomware, data breaches, and phishing threatening financial stability and customer trust. In 2020,...

B2Gold Completes Phase 2 Expansion of Fekola Solar Plant in Mali

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the Phase 2 expansion of the Fekola Solar Plant is complete and operational....

Cayetano on ICC case: 'Ang tama ay tama, ang mali ay mali'

PHILIPPINES, March 17 - Press Release March 17, 2025 Cayetano on ICC case: 'Ang tama ay tama, ang mali ay mali' Senator Alan Peter Cayetano on Saturday stressed the need for fairness and due process in the case against former President Rodrigo...

Robex Announces the Closing of the Convention with the Government of Mali

QUÉBEC CITY, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robex Resources Inc. (“Robex”, the “Company” or the “Issuer”) (TSXV: RBX) is pleased to announce the closing of the convention, compliant with the 2023 Mining code, with the government of Mali. The...

Russia, Nigeria ink agreement to enhance farming relations

(MENAFN) Russia and Nigeria have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on seed production and crop breeding, officials confirmed Wednesday at the 27th Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition in Moscow. The agreement was signed at the...