Somalia Constitution Bill Deadline
Somalia's government sets two-month deadline to draft constitution bill after disputed mandate.
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South Africa Investment Pledges Hit US$7.5B
South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province secures R124.5 billion (US$7.5 billion) in investment pledges at conference despite anti-immigrant unrest.
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Ghana Economy Grows 7.4% in July
Ghana's economy grew 7.4% in July, driven by services, as US investors watch recovery progress.
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Tanzania Targets 1,500 Rail Containers Daily
Tanzania aims to move 1,500 rail containers daily from Dar es Salaam Port to boost copper and cobalt shipments.
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Senegal Budget Deficit Set at 4.7% Next Year
Senegal's budget deficit drops to 4.7% of GDP in 2027 after 7.6% in 2026, with interest costs eating nearly all the gap.
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Kenya Economy Estimate Rises to US$151 Billion
IMF updates Kenya's 2026 economy to US$151.2 billion, boosting its East African standing.
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Trump May Lift 12.5% Colombia Tariff
Trump hints at removing 12.5% US tariff on Colombian goods due to friendship with president.
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Brazil Sets 15-Day Call Bans to Curb Phone Scams
Brazil mandates 15-day call blocks for phone carriers to stop scam calls.
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Venezuela Inflation Hits 467% This Year
IMF forecasts Venezuela's inflation at 467.9% for 2026, highest in Latin America.
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Burundi Truth Commission Extended
Burundi's truth commission gets four-year extension amid fairness disputes.
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Guyana Police Deputy Rejects 174 Days of Forced Leave
Guyana police deputy rejects 174 days of forced leave amid rape investigation.
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Guatemala Central Bank Chief Returns to Congress
Guatemala's central bank chief returns to Congress after court blocks his appointment.
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Fer De Lance Snake Safety Guide
Costa Rica's most dangerous snake: bite risks and survival tips.
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SASSA December 2026 Payment Dates
SASSA pays older persons grants Wednesday, 2 December 2026, disability Thursday, 3 December, and children’s grants Friday, 4 December 2026.
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South Africa Smart ID Card Application Guide
South Africans can switch green ID books to secure smart cards at banks or Home Affairs offices by March 2028.
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Puerto Rico Coffee Prices Rise 20%
Puerto Rico's government hikes coffee price floors by 20% to help farmers amid rising costs.
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