Zambia halted two-billion-dollar US health aid negotiations, citing unacceptable data-sharing privacy violations and conditioning on preferential mineral access, escalating diplomatic tensions amid broader African skepticism of similar US health agreements.
South Africa's mining minister criticized DR Congo's US minerals deal, warning it threatens African sovereignty and urges regional collaboration to prevent a "race to the bottom" in resource competition.
The U.S. secured a 40% stake in Congo's copper-cobalt project, but China dominates African mineral refining and exports, while Japan and others struggle against political instability barriers.
Zambia has suspended fuel taxes for three months. The move aims to mitigate the economic impact of rising fuel costs. The suspension will end after the three-month period.
Millions in Southern Africa face hunger and loss of livelihood due to severe drought.
Zambia suspended fuel taxes for three months. The move aims to mitigate the economic impact of rising fuel costs. The suspension follows a special cabinet meeting chaired by President Hakainde Hichilema.