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Trump is scheduled to host five African leaders in Washington
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump is slated to hold talks with the presidents of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal in Washington, D.C., from July 9 to 11, according to a news report. If this meeting proceeds as planned, it...

Energy America Launches ASTROVOLT to Accelerate Africa’s Clean Energy Future
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- San Francisco, California – July 2, 2025 – Energy America, a U.S.-based leader in next-generation solar technologies and sustainable infrastructure, is proud to announce the...

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on cancer-fighting compound discovered in South African waters
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is proud to spotlight an extraordinary scientific breakthrough, that has been in the making for several years, from South Africa's deep-sea waters – one with the potential to save...

Kremlin explains why Russia is ‘returning’ to Africa
(MENAFN) Russia’s renewed efforts to strengthen ties with Africa come amid growing dissatisfaction across the continent with neocolonial influences, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told Izvestia in an interview published Monday. He explained...

The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Returns to Oakland, CA for Action-Packed Weekend in Castro Valley
Two electrifying performances at Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park on Saturday, July 12 at 2:30 PM and Sunday, July 13 at 2:30 PM as part of its West Coast Tour OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The nationally renowned Bill...

The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Returns to Oakland, CA for Action-Packed Weekend in Castro Valley
Two electrifying performances at Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park on Saturday, July 12 at 2:30 PM and Sunday, July 13 at 2:30 PM as part of its West Coast Tour OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The nationally renowned Bill...

Highland Copper Engages Velocity Trade Capital for Market Making Services
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Highland Copper Company Inc. (TSXV: HI; OTCQB: HDRSF) (“Highland” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has engaged Velocity Trade Capital Ltd. (“Velocity Trade”) to provide...

North Africa’s heatwave causes hospitalization of dozens
(MENAFN) A major heatwave sweeping across eastern North America has led to dozens of hospitalizations due to heat-related illnesses. Over 150 people fell ill at an outdoor school graduation ceremony in Paterson, New Jersey, prompting the city’s...

African Union Vows Stronger Commitment to Sahel Security
(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) is escalating its commitment to stabilizing the Sahel region by supporting counterterrorism measures and fostering development, declared Angolan Foreign Minister Tete Antonio on Tuesday after meeting Malian...

The Second WPA Heyball U19 World Championship Hosted in Gold Coast, Fueling Olympic Dream
GOLD COAST, Australia, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Liber Win & JOY Cup" WPA Heyball U19 World Championship commenced today under the sun in Gold Coast. This landmark event brings together 56 young players from 20 nations, including...

African president states imperialists attempting to dissemble Sahel confederation
(MENAFN) The interim president of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has accused external powers of trying to undermine the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) by pressuring members to break away from the pact. During a flag-raising ceremony on...

African nation falsifies involvement in ‘Western-backed terror plot’
(MENAFN) Benin has firmly denied accusations that it is collaborating with Western nations to support terrorism and destabilize neighboring Niger and the broader Sahel region, which has faced a persistent jihadist threat for over a decade. On...

Wagner PMC declares retraction from African nation
(MENAFN) The Russian private military company Wagner Group announced on Thursday that it has finished its mission in Mali and is withdrawing its fighters from the country. Wagner forces have been present in Mali since 2021, when the transitional...

The ripple effects of US foreign aid cuts to food and water access across North Africa
This article is part of an MEI research initiative examining the complex interplay between food security, governance, political stability, and economic development in North Africa and the Sahel. The project brings together a diverse range of...

Yaba TV to Host 1st Annual Juneteenth Cultural Celebration Remembering Freedom Delayed and Honoring African Heritage
Golden Sails Hotel in Long Beach is the venue for an inspiring evening featuring African dance, cuisine from the Diaspora, and bringing communities together. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Juneteenth is more...

IOM Reports Hundreds of Migrants Intercepted Off Libya’s Coast in One Week
(MENAFN) The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported Tuesday that 414 migrants were intercepted off Libya’s coast between June 1 and June 7, 2025. "From June 1 to 7, 2025, 414 migrants were intercepted and returned to Libya," IOM...

French law enforcement invades sea with knives to attack unlawful migration
(MENAFN) French police have begun slashing inflatable boats used by migrants attempting to cross the English Channel, a new tactic aimed at curbing illegal migration to the UK, according to BBC footage aired on Friday. The video showed officers...

Spinal Cord Stimulation Device Market is Predicted to Reach 4.7 Billion 2032, Expanding at a CAGR of 8.4% From 2025 2032
Spinal Cord Stimulation Device Market revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.4% from 2025 to 2032, reaching nearly USD 4.7 billion. SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Stellar Market Research examines the growth...

UN expresses strong support for DRC, Rwanda peace agreement
(MENAFN) The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed strong support for a peace agreement signed between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, marking what he described as a vital move toward reducing tensions and fostering...

Black Independence Day – International Live Broadcast | July 4th
Live from the Ambassadors’ Hall of the Government of the Republic of Burkina Faso. OUAGADOUGOU, BURKINA FASO, July 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On Friday, July 4 at 2:00 p.m. (West Africa Time) / 10:00 a.m. (U.S. Eastern Time), the...