Category: International Business & Finance
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Zimbabwe Introduces New Land Tenure Policy to Empower Black Farmers, Marking a Shift from Mugabe Era
Zimbabwe’s government has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering black farmers through a new Land Tenure Implementation Program. Announced on December 20, 2024, this program seeks to address long-standing issues rooted in the controversial land reform program of the early 2000s under former President Robert Mugabe. A New Era for Black Farmers Central to…
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Rastafarian Community in South Africa Faces Ongoing Cannabis Arrests Despite Decriminalization
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has formally addressed National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Fannie Masemola, voicing concerns over the continued arrests of adult private users, possessors, and cultivators of cannabis. This issue has disproportionately impacted members of the Rastafarian community, despite cannabis being decriminalized for private use in South Africa and a South…
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Chinese Miners Released Despite Operating Illegally in the DRC, Sparking Outrage
On December 24, 2024, the Congolese government released 14 of the 17 Chinese nationals arrested the previous week for operating an illegal gold mine in Karhembo, South Kivu Province. The arrests had followed an unannounced raid by local authorities on the unlicensed mining operation. The released individuals are now en route back to China, while…
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Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Allegations of Exploiting Illegally Mined Minerals from Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a nation rich in natural resources yet plagued by the systemic exploitation of its mineral wealth, has taken a bold step in the global arena by filing a lawsuit against Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable company. The claim centers on accusations that Apple has indirectly profited from the…
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African Migration Trends: Moving Within the Continent
A recent study by the African Union has highlighted a significant trend in African migration patterns: many African migrants are choosing to relocate to neighboring countries rather than attempting the perilous journey to Europe. This shift reflects the increasing interconnectedness and opportunities within the continent. According to data from the International Organization for Migration (IOM),…
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Haiti on the Brink: Kenyan-Led UN Mission Faces Challenges
Haiti, a nation facing one of the most severe crises in its modern history, is teetering on the edge of collapse. Its capital, Port-au-Prince, has become a battleground, with nearly all neighborhoods under the control of heavily armed gangs. This unprecedented situation has left the government powerless, with citizens caught in a cycle of violence…
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French Corruption Investigation Sends Shockwaves Through Ivory Coast’s Elite
In a revelation that has sent ripples through Abidjan’s political and business circles, a French magistrate has been quietly investigating a network of alleged corruption and money laundering tied to prominent figures in Ivory Coast’s elite. The inquiry, which targets suspected “corruption of foreign public officials” and “money laundering,” implicates several high-ranking officials and business…
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Isabel dos Santos: From Africa’s Richest Woman to Political Target?
Isabel dos Santos, once celebrated as Africa’s richest woman and a pioneering entrepreneur, now finds herself at the center of a contentious legal and political battle. The Angolan tycoon, who is the daughter of former President José Eduardo dos Santos, claims the allegations of embezzlement and corruption leveled against her by the Angolan government are…
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🇺🇸 Black Earth: A Family’s Journey from Enslavement to Reclamation
In North Carolina, a Black farmer purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved—and is taking back his family’s story, his community’s health, and the soil beneath his feet. This story was published recently by The Bitter Southerner magazine, in print and online. In the months before Patrick Brown was born in November 1982, his father, Arthur, lay down on…
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🇳🇬 Oil Spill Reported at Shell Terminal in Nigeria’s Delta Region
A significant oil spill has been reported at Shell’s Bonny loading terminal in Nigeria’s Delta region following a pipeline rupture, according to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). The incident, which occurred on Saturday, has caused oil to spread to the shoreline, raising concerns about environmental and community impact. NIMASA confirmed that it…
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