London court rules Djibouti illegally seized DP World port, $1 billion dispute drags on

The long-running legal battle between global port operator DP World and the government of Djibouti has taken a fresh turn after the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) confirmed that Djibouti acted illegally in seizing the Doraleh...

DP World claims new victory in port battle with Djibouti government

DP World has rejected claims by the Djibouti government that the latest ruling in the case of the concession agreement for the country’s Doraleh Container Terminal (DCT) has “ended the dispute”.On Monday, the London Court of International...

Ghana, Egypt, other Africans close to qualifying for 2026 World Cup as Nigeria remains hopeful

African countries will play the final round of matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier during the October break Tunisia and Morocco have booked their spots at the tournament to be played in the United States, Canada, and Mexico CAF has seven...

Crew Member Dies in Attack on Dutch Vessel Off Yemen Coast

Aden – A crew member aboard a Dutch-flagged commercial vessel was killed following a targeted attack off the coast of Yemen, maritime authorities confirmed today. The incident occurred in the Red Sea near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a strategic...

London tribunal confirms Djibouti acted illegally in DP World terminal seizure

The London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) has ruled that Djibouti’s 2018 seizure of the Doraleh Container Terminal (DCT) from DP World was unlawful, confirming the validity of the Dubai operator’s 50-year concession agreement. The...

Mohamed Salah’s Strange Struggle: Has Liverpool’s Egyptian King Lost His Touch?

Mohamed Salah’s magic seems to be fading at Liverpool as missed chances and defensive gaps raise concerns. Is age catching up, or is it a system adjustment? We break down the reasons behind Liverpool’s star striker’s recent struggles.There was a...

Goals, Glory, and Grit: Africa’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Reach Final Stretch

As Africa’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears its final two matchdays, the continent’s qualifying campaign has delivered drama, dazzling goals, and defensive masterclasses in equal measure. From stunning scorelines to remarkable unbeaten runs,...

AFRICA/NIGERIA - China also invests in Africa in the healthcare sector

Youtube by Cosimo Graziani Abuja (Agenzia Fides) – China in Africa is not just about strategic infrastructure. The country's presence on the African continent aims to create a partnership that will last for years and is different from other...

2 Pinoy sailors injured in ship blast off Djibouti

AT LEAST two Filipino crewmen were reported injured in an explosion aboard their international cargo vessel bearing a Dutch flag believed triggered by an attack by suspected Houthi rebels at the Gulf of Aden. The Department of Migrant Workers...

Libya expands digital payments; Djibouti launches e-wallet

Homepage > News > Business > Libya expands digital payments; Djibouti launches e-wallet Amid the push for digital payments in North Africa, fintech service provider Network International has signed a strategic partnership with Libya’s National...

Mauritius Leads, Zimbabwe Trails in Africa’s 2025 Economic Freedom Ranking

Mauritius remains Africa’s most “economically free” country, according to the “Economic Freedom of the World 2025” report released on September 25, 2025, by the Fraser Institute, a Canadian think tank. The report assesses the state of economic...

Salah aims to put poor Liverpool form aside and help Egypt seal World Cup spot

Mohamed Salah will look to put a disappointing start to his season with Liverpool behind him on Wednesday and help Egypt beat Djibouti and qualify for the 2026 World Cup. A win for the seven-time African champions over one of the lowest ranked...

Africa’s ‘great green wall’ is stalling: in Senegal very few planted areas show progress

Africa’s Great Green Wall project began as an ambitious plan to build a 15-kilometre-wide band of trees across the north of Africa. The African Union launched the project in 2007 with plans for the trees to extend for 6,000 kilometres through 11...

Goal-shy Salah seeks change as Egypt eye World Cup place

Salah scored four times against Djibouti in the first round of World Cup qualifying two years ago. Mohamed Salah wants to put a disappointing start to his season with Liverpool behind him on Wednesday and help Egypt beat Djibouti and qualify for...

Minister Of Planning, Economic Development And International Cooperation Meets With World Bank Group Managing Director And Chief Financial Officer (CFO) To Discuss Strengthening Cooperation And Development Partnership

(MENAFN- African Press Organization) CAIRO, Egypt, September 28, 2025/APO Group/ -- H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, received Ms. Anshula Kant, Managing Director and Chief...

Djibouti presidential spokesman resigns over democratic 'regression'

Djibouti President's Spokesperson Alexis Mohamed. [Courtesy] A key spokesman for Djibouti's long-ruling president has resigned, denouncing the country's democratic regression and "nepotistic practices", according to a statement seen by AFP on...

French warship arrives in Ghana for a four-day military exercise

The French Navy’s Mistral-class amphibious assault ship, Tonnerre arrived at Ghana’s Port of Tema on September 30, 2025, to launch the four-day 2025 Regional Onboard and Digital Training Course (SIREN), a joint exercise with the Ghana Navy focused...

Djibouti engages Visa, Tech5 for national digital wallet rollout

The Djiboutian government has taken a major step towards enhancing digital inclusion with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with U.S. payments giant Visa for the development of national digital wallet. The Dibouti government authorities signed...

Albayrak’s Transformative Role in Modernizing Mogadishu Port and Bolstering Somalia’s Economic Revival

In the heart of Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, a critical lifeline to global trade thrives under the stewardship of Turkish conglomerate Albayrak. Mogadishu Port, the country’s principal gateway for goods, has undergone a remarkable transformation...

Crew member of Dutch ship dies of injuries after Houthi attack

The company did not release further details about the deceased crew member, but a spokesperson told a Dutch broadcaster they were Filipino [GETTY] A crew member of the Dutch cargo ship that was attacked by Houthis in the Gulf of Aden last week has...