Historic Discovery: Botswana’s 2,492-Carat Diamond Rewrites Diamond Mining History

On what will be remembered as one of the most significant days in diamond mining history, Lucara Diamond Corp. announced the recovery of an extraordinary 2,492-carat rough diamond from its…

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Chad in November 2025: Humanitarian Crisis and Infrastructure Under Strain

November 2025 presented Chad at a critical juncture, with the nation grappling with a massive refugee crisis, intercommunal violence, infrastructure sabotage, and economic discussions with international lenders. The landlocked nation…

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Gabon November 2025: Constitutional Consolidation, Digital Transformation, and Post-Coup Governance

November 2025 was a defining month for Gabon as the nation consolidated its post-coup transition toward democratization, accelerated digital sovereignty initiatives, and addressed transitional justice challenges. President Brice Clotaire Oligui…

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Eritrea November 2025: Development Investment, Regional Tensions, and Governance Challenges

November 2025 presented a complex picture for Eritrea, marked by significant development investments from the African Development Bank, escalating regional tensions with Ethiopia, and ongoing international concerns about governance and…

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50 Years of Excellence: Université Joseph Ki-Zerbo Celebrates Golden Jubilee

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso — The walls of Burkina Faso's premier institution of higher learning echoed with celebration this December as Université Joseph Ki-Zerbo (UJKZ) marked a historic milestone: 50 years…

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Sierra Leone November 2025: Economic Gains, Security Council Leadership, and Digital Innovation

Sierra Leone marked November 2025 as a significant month, demonstrating economic resilience, assuming a leadership role on the international stage, and advancing its digital transformation agenda. Here's a comprehensive look…

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Central African Republic November 2025: Elections, Disarmament Progress, and Democratic Challenges

November 2025 marked a critical juncture for the Central African Republic, as the nation advanced significant progress in security stabilization while confronting mounting challenges ahead of historic elections scheduled for…

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Mauritania November 2025: Economic Diversification, Infrastructure Investment, and Regional Stability

November 2025 was a transformative month for Mauritania, marked by significant World Bank commitments to economic diversification, major infrastructure investments, and recognition of the country's role as a regional stabilizing…

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