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Senate GOP Adds Surprise Tax to ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ that Could Cripple Wind And Solar Industries
President Trump’s domestic policy bill includes a major shift in energy funding — ending subsidies for wind and solar while adding a new tax on future projects. Renewable advocates say the move could stall investment, but supporters argue it’s...

Eni Inaugurates Biofuel Feedstock Plant in Congo-Brazzaville
Eni SpA has inaugurated its first vegetable oil extraction plant in the Republic of the Congo, unlocking new feedstock capacity for its biorefineries. The facility in Loudima, in the southern part of the Central African country, can produce up to...

US investor targets Congo mine for peace deal
A PROMINENT Donald Trump ally is pursuing control of a controversial Congolese mine as part of Washington’s fresh approach to resolving the region’s long-standing conflict, said the Financial Times in a report on June 27. Gentry Beach, who chairs...

TVS Motor shares jump 2% after company launches new HLX 150 5G in Republic of Congo
TVS Motor shares rose 2% after the company launched the all-new HLX 150 5G in the Republic of Congo. As of 9:40 AM, the shares were trading 1.71% higher at Rs 2,826.00. The new HLX 150 5G comes equipped with a powerful 150cc Eco Thrust engine, now...

TVS Motor launches new HLX 150 5G in Republic of Congo with advanced features
TVS Motor Company, a global leader in two and three-wheeler manufacturing, has introduced the all-new TVS HLX 150 5G in the Republic of Congo. Known for its rugged performance and adaptability, the HLX series has long been a preferred choice in...

Kalmar completes crane refurbishment for AGL at Abidjan Port
Cargo-handling solutions provider Kalmar has partnered with Africa Global Logistics (AGL) to overhaul two ship-to-shore (STS) cranes at AGL’s container terminal in the Port of Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The refurbishment was carried out under Kalmar’s...

MoCI Celebrates 2025 International MSMEs Day
…With Strong Call for Investment and Reform Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) recently concluded its observance of International Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day, underscoring Liberia’s renewed...
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We got to play the latest Donkey Kong Bananza at a private Switch 2 event: Hands-on impressions [Video]
Last week, I was lucky enough to get an extended hands-on look at the new Donkey Kong Bananza, and if you are a fan of Donkey Kong, even in the slightest, you will have a blast with this game. To sum it up in one sentence, picture the classic DK...

As Peace Looms in Congo, Expert Says US Delivers ‘Heavy Blow to China’
JOHANNESBURG—Congo and Rwanda have now signed a U.S.-brokered agreement that could end almost 30 years of war in Central Africa, igniting a race for access to vast reserves of critical minerals and precious metals. The United States is after...

How New Regional Pipeline Deals Are Driving Africa's Energy Future
(MENAFN- APO Group) Three significant developments in Africa's energy landscape made headlines this past month: the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) reached 60% completion, the Republic of Congo finalized a pipeline cooperation agreement...

EU, UN push digitalization initiatives in Caribbean, Africa
Homepage > News > Business > EU, UN push digitalization initiatives in Caribbean, Africa As the global digital economy skyrockets, more governments are stepping up digital transformation efforts to transition into the new era. In the Caribbean,...

CEVA Logistics to Establish New Base in Port of Kribi, Cameroon
Recognizing the immense potential of shipping to and from the African continent, CEVA Logistics has announced the construction of a logistics base in the port area of Kribi, in Cameroon. The 30,000 m2 logistics platform is expected to open between...

CEVA Logistics to open new logistics hub in Kribi, Cameroon
CEVA Logistics has announced the construction of a new logistics hub in the port area of Kribi, Cameroon, scheduled to open between September 2025 and January 2026. The facility will cover 30,000 square meters and offer 25,000 square meters of...

Tinubu deepens Nigeria-OECS ties with scholarships, visa waivers, cultural diplomacy in Saint Lucia
President Bola Tinubu’s historic state visit to Saint Lucia has marked a significant milestone in Nigeria’s relations with the Caribbean, as both regions rekindle centuries-old ancestral, cultural, and political bonds rooted in shared African...
Photos of cute baby animals might be the only therapy you need today
Cuteness can shift moods and lower cortisol, and science backs it up. Looking at baby animals, like a seal pup blinking on a beach or a panda somersaulting, actually lights up the same brain areas as looking at a loved one. These 50 baby animals...

"Bill Self, GANGSTA": Kansas fans react as 6-11 Congolese forward ditches NC State in favor of the Jayhawks
Bill Self’s Kansas pulled off a major recruiting win, and its fans are loving it based on the reactions on social media. The Jayhawks landed 6-foot-11 Congolese forward Paul Mbiya on Wednesday, flipping him from NC State. Mbiya was expected to...
Zanaga Iron steps into pivotal phase for world-class iron ore project
Zanaga Iron Ore Co Ltd (AIM:ZIOC) said it is entering the most exciting phase in its history, following a year of sweeping changes to its ownership, strategy and project plans, said Clifford Elphick. His comments came alongside full-year results...

Kore Potash Secures $2.2 Billion Term Sheet For Project In Republic of Congo
United Kingdom-based potash developer Kore Potash has signed a non-binding term sheet agreement with Swiss investment platform OWI-RAMS to secure $2.2 billion in financing for its flagship Kola Project in the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville)....

TVS Motor Company Launches HLX 150 5G Motorcycle in Congo
TVS Motor Company announced the launch of its HLX 150 5G motorcycle in the Republic of Congo on June 23, 2025, at 3:30 PM in Lubumbashi. The Indian two-wheeler manufacturer introduced the new version with enhanced features including LED headlamp,...

TVS Motor Company Ltd launches all new TVS HLX 150 5G in Repbulic of Congo
TVS Motor Company - a leading global automaker in the two and three-wheeler segments - today announced the launch of the all new TVS HLX 150 5G in the Republic of Congo. This new version introduces advanced features like LED headlamp, an...