Middle East and Africa
EV boom: Morocco gains from US-China trade dynamics
Chinese manufacturers have announced plans for new factories to make parts for EVs that may qualify for $7,500 credits to car buyers in...
What’s behind the dispute between Benin and Niger?
Tensions rose between the two countries after a coup in Niamey last year.
Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity. It’s straining businesses and public services
Half of Nigeria's population has insufficient access to electricity, and many rural communities are off the grid entirely.
Saudi Aramco close to agreeing 10% stake in Renault, Geely thermal engines JV: sources
Saudi Aramco is set to take a 10% stake in a thermal engine joint venture between Renault and China's Geely called Horse Powertrain.
Nigeria to ban single-use plastics next year
Nigeria on Tuesday announced a ban on single-use plastics in government offices as a prelude to a nation-wide ban set to begin in...
Dubai to boost rainwater drainage system with $8.2 billion project
Heavy rainfall in April caused chaos, damaging roads, shops and homes.
At least 24 killed by flooding, landslides after days of heavy rains in Ivory Coast’s largest city
ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) — Flooding and landslides in Ivory Coast’s largest city of Abidjan have left at least 24 people dead following...
Major Niger uranium mine back in public control: govt
Niger's military rulers have broken ties with France and have now revoked the licence of nuclear fuel producer Ornao.
