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Zambia seeking global investors to help triple copper output by 2031

Zambia is also rich in cobalt, nickel, manganese, graphite, lithium and rare-earth elements.

Son of former Zimbabwe leader appears in court over SA shooting

The pair face several charges, including attempted murder.

Democratic shortcomings, not administrative barriers, are behind youth disengagement: SA Electoral Commission

South Africa’s (SA) Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) says growing youth disengagement from the country’s electoral process is rooted in broader failures of the democratic system rather than administrative obstacles.

Experts question feasibility of Burkina Faso’s $64 billion development plan

Burkina Faso has unveiled an ambitious $64 billion National Development Plan for 2026 to 2030, aimed at transforming the country’s economy, strengthening security and promoting inclusive growth.

Mozambique, AfDB, UNDP launch $28 million project to boost livelihoods, stability in Cabo Delgado

The Government of Mozambique, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the United Nations (UN) Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a new multi-partner initiative aimed at restoring livelihoods, stimulating private investment and strengthening peace in northern Mozambique. 

Trade unions demand reversal of GEMS premium hike as workers protest ‘unjustifiable’ increase

South Africa’s (SA) major public‑sector unions say workers are “united and outraged” over the 9.5% premium increase introduced by the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), prompting days of protests and marches outside GEMS offices nationwide.