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Renewed M23 offensive deepens humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC

Civilians across eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are facing a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation as renewed fighting undermines recent peace efforts and raises fears of a wider regional conflict.

African Development Bank maps AI roadmap to unlock up to $1 trillion for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a new report outlining a strategic roadmap to unlock the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence across Africa, estimating that inclusive artificial intelligence (AI) adoption could generate up to $1 trillion in additional GDP by 2035.

AfDB backs cotton value chain revival in Northern Uganda with $2 million grant

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a $2 million grant in technical assistance to support the Cotton Value Chain Project in Northern Uganda, aiming to boost incomes and rebuild rural economies in a region where cotton remains a critical cash crop.

Police detain organiser of Messi visit after Indian fans rip up seats

Lionel Messi’s tour of India kicked off chaotically on Saturday as fans threw objects, ripped up seats and invaded the pitch at Kolkata’s Salt Lake stadium after the Argentine soccer great made only a brief appearance at a ticketed event.

IMF approves fresh disbursements for Jordan as economic reforms stay on track

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved fresh disbursements for Jordan after completing key programme reviews, unlocking more than $240 million in new financing to support the country’s economic reform agenda.

Google to build subsea cables in Papua New Guinea under Australia defence treaty

Alphabet’s Google will build three subsea cables in Papua New Guinea, which the largest Pacific Island nation said was funded by Australia under a mutual defence treaty, in a key upgrade to its digital backbone.