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Get the latest breaking news on Africa and its countries, which comprise the world’s second largest continent both by area and population. African countries dominate the list of the poorest nations in the world. Despite its variety of natural resources, Africa remains very underdeveloped. Follow the news on economy and development in Africa. Moreover, different types of crime are very common in Africa, including assaults and corruption. Also, find the news on the most dangerous terrorist organizations in Africa, like Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab, Ansar al-Sharia in Libya and Tunisia, and others. However, there are some good sportsmen in Africa – check out RT. com for sport news, as well as culture in Africa. The continent is also known for its wildlife and nature, so don’t miss the news on them.
- Africa’s Amazon ready to make market debut on New York Stock Exchange
The largest e-commerce operator in Africa, Jumia, is expected to raise over $200 million at its initial public offering (IPO) this week. The IPO will become the first for e-commerce and tech businesses from Africa.Apr 11, 2019 10:25Business News - Sudan gripped by total blackout amid massive protestsAfrica’s third-largest state, Sudan, has suffered a total power outage, its ministry of water and electricity confirmed. The incident takes place amid anti-government protests that have gone on for months.Apr 7, 2019 18:36World News
- Fury as Zimbabwe judiciary spend $155k on handmade wigs from LondonZimbabwe’s judiciary splurging $155,000 on powdered wigs from the UK while many of its courtrooms are in disrepair and nearly two thirds of the population live below the poverty line has sparked outrage.Apr 5, 2019 17:20World News
- Traditional Russian ice cream melts the heart of AfricaIce cream and sorbets from Russia’s northwestern city of Vologda can now be enjoyed in Africa. Russian ice cream producer Iceberry has shipped around 75 tons of the cool treat to Ivory Coast (Cote d’Ivoire) and Senegal.Mar 31, 2019 05:39Business News
- China’s new Silk Road to link Africa's huge market to the rest of the world – officialBejing's multi-trillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) will complement the growth of Africa's continental free trade, according to Aboubaker Omar Hadi, chairman of Djibouti Ports and Free Zone Authority.Mar 27, 2019 13:44Business News
- Algerian army calls for President Bouteflika to be declared unfit to rule after weeks of protestsAlgeria’s army chief has called for long-term leader Abdelaziz Bouteflika to be declared unfit to rule. The statement comes after weeks of massive protests against the extension of the president’s fourth term.Mar 26, 2019 14:44World News
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