Gold Stocks Shine as Prices Hit Record Highs—Top 3 Picks The price of Gold surged to record highs on Friday, driven by a weak U.S. dollar, global economic uncertainties, and renewed tariff concerns. MarketBeat · Feb 4, 2025
African Union to get a new chair: 6 key tasks they must tackle The African Union (AU) member states will elect a new senior leadership of the AU Commission in February 2025. The Conversation · Jan 9, 2025
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The African Union has a poor record of protecting democracy. 2024 was no different The chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, has congratulated the military-led government of Gabon on a successful constitutional referendum. General Brice Oligui Nguema came to power through a coup d’etat in 2023. The Conversation · Dec 12, 2024
France returns ancient artefacts to Ethiopia France on Saturday began the return of some 3,500 archaeological artefacts to Ethiopia, which Paris held since the 1980s for study. This came during a visit to the region by the new Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. Radio France Internationale · Nov 30, 2024
I went to Autodesk University for the first time, here are the 5 things that impressed me most From robots and VR headsets to puppies and AI software, Autodesk University had something for everyone this year. Creative Bloq · Oct 27, 2024
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Autodesk is making life easier for artists with new AI capabilities Exciting features like drawing automation and is set to accelerate workflows by automating tedious tasks. Creative Bloq · Oct 16, 2024
Families want justice, ‘blood money’ for AU peacekeeper killings in Somalia As African Union forces fighting al-Shabab plan to withdraw this year, Somalis seek accountability for civilian deaths. Al Jazeera · Oct 15, 2024
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Why hasn’t US President Biden made any state visits to Africa? The outgoing US leader has not prioritised Africa enough, some say, as Russia and China make inroads into the continent. Al Jazeera · Oct 14, 2024
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Fresh Egypt arms shipment to Somalia raises regional tensions Ethiopia fears weapons could worsen security situation amid regional rows over water, territory and Red Sea access The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2024
Russia isolated at UN summit after surprise bid to derail pact Country’s attempt to defer adoption of ambitious ‘pact for the future’ to reform institution rejected 143 votes to seven The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2024
The Conversation · Sep 18, 2024 Sudan’s civilians urgently need protection: the options for international peacekeeping In September 2024, the United Nations’ independent fact-finding mission to Sudan issued its first report. Citing grave human rights violations amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the report called for the immediate deployment of an independent and impartial force to protect civilians.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 17, 2024 The Australian tenants who are charged to pay their rent An increasing number of real estate agents are moving tenants’ payments on to so-called ‘rent-tech’ platforms. Renters say they have little power to say no
StockNews.com · Aug 21, 2024 3 Gold Stocks to Hedge Against Market Uncertainty Gold industry’s future prospects remain robust amid rising prices and diverse applications, supported by rising possibilities of interest rate cuts. Also, amid the macroeconomic uncertainties, it could be wise to buy quality gold stocks AngloGold Ashanti (AU), Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM), and Barrick Gold (GOLD) as hedges. Continue reading.
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2024 UN takes key steps toward Somalia's takeover of its own security The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to authorize the African Union to maintain its peacekeeping operation in Somalia until the end of the year
Barchart · Aug 12, 2024 Up 59% YTD, Is This Gold Dividend Stock Still a Buy? With shares of AngloGold staging an impressive performance this year, is this dividend-paying gold stock a worthy investment candidate for your portfolio?
Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2024 South Africa has a new top diplomat. What does that mean for Palestine? Foreign minister Ronald Lamola takes over at critical time amid ICJ case against Israel and ongoing regional conflicts.
International Business Times · Jul 15, 2024 Somalia Cafe Attack Toll Climbs To Nine: Security Sources The death toll from a blast at a cafe in Somalia's capital Mogadishu has climbed to nine, security sources told AFP Monday, after a car bomb struck the venue packed with football fans watching the Euro 2024 final.
Al Jazeera · Jun 28, 2024 What’s at stake in Mauritania’s presidential election? After decades of coups and military rule, the country’s young democracy will be tested in the June 29 vote.
The Times of India · Jun 26, 2024 Young Rajasthan athletes Muskaan, Gajendra Singh win medals at 19th National Youth Championship JAIPUR: Promising Rajasthan athletes Muskaan and Gajendra Singh excelled at the 19th National Youth Athletics Championship 2024, held at Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh recently. Both Muskaan and Gajendra are part of AU SFB ‘Bano Champion’ CSR initiative that provides guided sports training to rural youth.
Radio France Internationale · Jun 20, 2024 Leaders gather in Paris to discuss boosting vaccine production in Africa Several senior African politicians are in Paris on Thursday for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at a global summit where a billion dollars will be formally pledged to increase the production of vaccines in Africa.
The Conversation · Jun 19, 2024 Somalia army vs al-Shabaab: as African Union troops leave, which is the stronger military force? The African Union (AU) has gradually reduced its troop numbers in Somalia since late 2017, from a peak of over 22,000 to about 14,000 today. Another 4,000 AU peacekeepers are scheduled to withdraw by the end of September and the entire AU Transition Mission in Somalia is scheduled to leave…