Africa

Oyo Nyimba was crowned King of the Kingdom of Toro in 1995 after his father's death, when he was only 3 years old. In Uganda, there are traditional kingdoms whose political power is symbolic, but their cultural and social influence is significant. Will there be an heir to the royal house?

Electra has divested its contracting operations in Nigeria for $15 million, marking the company's complete exit from Africa. The decision follows limited business scale and a challenging operating environment.

In a conversation with N12, Somali MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib tells about the immense influence of Turkey in Somalia, which has become a scene of friction between Israel and Turkey.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE are investing billions in Africa, taking over ports, and expanding their military presence. The goal: minerals, shipping routes, and influence over one of the most important arenas in the world.

At least 44 people have died after a passenger boat capsized yesterday, Tuesday, on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. 77 people have been rescued so far, and the search for additional passengers continues.

Paul Biya has ruled Cameroon since 1982. At 93, amid corruption allegations, he won an eighth consecutive term, only to fly to Switzerland for a "short stay" and fail to return. The opposition demands answers, claiming the country is being run by a shadow elite while the leader clings to power.

Passengers who were in Congo in the 21 days prior to their flight to the USA will not be allowed to board commercial flights to the country. Passengers arriving from Uganda and South Sudan will be required to enter through designated airports and undergo enhanced health screenings.

Two lions, "Ben Tzur" and "Uri", found in 2025 after being held and traded illegally, were transferred in a complex operation without anesthesia to the ADI sanctuary for big cats in South Africa. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority and the Hai Park Motzkin accompanied the two on their journey, and the mother of Staff Sergeant Uri Gerbi, of blessed memory, for whom the lion is named, came to say...

Globes presents a daily review of international media coverage regarding Israel. This edition covers the disappearance of Iranian oil revenues, Africa's shift toward China amidst the war, and South Korea's potential role in Gulf defense.