Successfully boosting generation capacity by 400 MW over the next few years would mark a major milestone in Zimbabwe’s efforts to stabilise its power sector and support economic recovery.
From diplomatic milestones to escalating conflicts, the year underscored both Africa’s growing global influence and its persistent structural challenges.
No UN member state has formally recognised Somaliland as an independent country since its unilateral declaration of independence more than three decades ago.
Many of the continent’s largest companies in sectors such as mining, financial services, telecommunications, retail, energy and manufacturing trace their roots to South Africa.
According to the United Nations, around 20 000 people have been forced to flee their homes, while 78 have been killed in recent days.
The International Criminal Court’s Office of the Prosecutor said it would review the ruling and may appeal for a harsher sentence.
Earlier this year, the M23 seized large swathes of eastern DRC in an offensive that left thousands dead and forced many more from their homes.
In 2023/2024 alone, there were around 178 000 new HIV infections, while approximately 105 000 people living with HIV died during the same period.
The coup reportedly involved gunfire in the capital, Bissau, the detention of senior political figures, including a former prime minister, and a suspension of the electoral process.
