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NTPC Issues Bid To Develop Rooftop Solar Projects In Africa
NTPC Limited has issued a tender on behalf of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe to develop rooftop solar projects in the African island nation. The Indian power giant stated that the International Solar Alliance (ISA) will finance...

'I'm a travel expert and this island is the perfect dupe for The Maldives'
Brits are beginning to turn away from some of the traditionally popular holiday destinations, instead looking for lesser-known alternatives or 'dupes' of their favourite holiday spots. One increasingly popular destination is The Maldives, with an...

Morocco prepares its sports infrastructure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup
The five pillars of stadium profitability Stadium reconstruction projects ANEP is committed to smart stadiums On 9 and 10 April, the Moroccan capital, Rabat, hosted the World Football Summit, during which the National Agency for Public Facilities...

Angola among the “least free” African nations, study finds
According to the research, which scored "political rights and civil liberties" in 195 countries and 13 territories during the calendar year 2024, Equatorial Guinea – a member country of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) – is...

Embassy says it is supporting Angolan students in Porto
Students from Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe have in recent days accused the management of the Porto Professional School of Economics (EPES) of racism, overcrowding in accommodation and delays in delivering scholarships, which they depend on for...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, February 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...

The tiny tropical nation that’s becoming perfect for a winter getaway
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Sitdown Sunday: How the West tracked down a network of Russian sleeper agents
IT’S A DAY of rest, and you may be in the mood for a quiet corner and a comfy chair. We’ve hand-picked some of the week’s best reads for you to savour. File photo of cruise ship. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo Nine passengers were stranded on...

New film explores fate of Jewish children sent to remote Island following 1492 Spanish expulsion
The fate of Jewish children abducted in the fifteenth century is the subject of a new thirty minute online documentary. ‘The 2,000 Kidnapped Spanish Jewish Children’ examines the story of thousands of Jewish children forcibly relocated to the...

The beautiful remote island that makes for the perfect winter getaway
As 2025 begins, many are seeking an escape from the gloom of the UK, dreaming of a tropical retreat that promises serenity and adventure. For those in search of unspoiled beauty and quiet pleasures, São Tomé and Príncipe might just be the perfect...
World Health Day: Africans overwhelmingly lack medical aid, support government provision of ...
Medical aid coverage is the exception rather than the rule across Africa: On average across 28 countries, fewer than one in four adults say they have insurance that helps pay their medical bills if they get sick, the latest Afrobarometer...

Ranked: Duolingo’s Most Popular Languages in Every Country in 2024
Ranked: Duolingo’s Most Popular Languages in Every Country This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways...

Man Learned To Accept A Pigeon Living On His Head
When animals are in danger, be they domestic or species on the brink of extinction, they often look for someone who will give them kindness and help them during their time of need. Regardless of the animal, most people are willing to help, even to...

A Modi revolution in India’s relations with smaller nations
Earlier, because of resource constraints, lack of vision and bureaucratic neglect, smaller countries were seen as ‘afterthoughts’, and not partners. New Delhi: The five-day India visit by the President of Chile, Gabriel Boric, commemorating the...

CPLP women propose training in digital and environmental transition
"We support the initiatives of other countries and the recommendations that we have to create a fund for the training of CPLP women and girls in the areas of environmental and digital transition," said the organization's president, Maria Edjang...

Trump’s Tariff Announcements and Global Reactions: A Comprehensive Guide
Trump tariffs war: United States President Donald Trump on April 2 unveiled a comprehensive tariff policy, imposing at least a 10 per cent duty on nearly all goods entering the US. Trump, 47th President of the US, announced the so called...

AVAXAI brings DeepSeek to Web3 with decentralised AI agents
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Road to 2026 World Cup: Africa’s qualifying story so far
After a dramatic round in CAF qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, South Africa extended their lead at the top of Group C with victory over Benin after match day 6, while Group D pace-setters Cape Verde recorded another impressive win against...

Sustainable Travel Innovators: T+L's 2025 Global Vision Awards
Every year, Travel + Leisure presents its Global Vision Awards, where we acknowledge individuals, products, destinations, and organizations pioneering sustainable and eco-friendly travel. These visionaries are focused on the future of travel—and...
Trump to impose 10 pc tariff on GCC imports
In a major trade shift, US President Donald Trump has announced a 10 percent tariff on imports from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar. The new tariffs...