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Low insurance cover leaves Ghana’s MSMEs vulnerable

Small businesses and informal enterprises remain a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, but limited insurance coverage continues to expose many to significant risks.

French court ruling on emissions raises pressure on global energy firms

A landmark court decision in France has intensified scrutiny on global oil and gas companies, signalling a shift toward greater corporate accountability in addressing climate change.

SA defends non-aligned foreign policy amid criticism

South Africa’s (SA) Department of International Relations and Cooperation has defended its foreign policy stance, stressing that non-alignment should not be mistaken for neutrality.

Liberia maintains strong growth despite external pressures: IMF

Liberia’s economy is expected to remain resilient in 2026, supported by strong performance in key sectors, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), following its latest review mission.

Thousands of seafarers before pausing operation in Strait of Hormuz

The United Nations’ (UN) Maritime agency has evacuated around 2 500 stranded seafarers from the Persian Gulf before suspending the operation, following renewed security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

UN envoy urges momentum on eastern DRC peace efforts amid ongoing violence

The United Nations’ (UN) new envoy to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has called for urgent progress in implementing peace agreements aimed at ending the long-running conflict in the country’s east.