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Russia profits from Iran crisis as oil prices surge

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 11:16

Russia is earning nearly $588 million daily from fossil fuel exports in March—a 17 percent increase since February—as the Iran conflict disrupts Gulf oil supplies and drives price…

Russia is earning nearly $588 million daily from fossil fuel exports in March—a 17 percent increase since February—as the Iran conflict disrupts Gulf oil supplies and drives prices higher, new analysis shows.

Senegal soldier killed in clash during anti-cannabis operation in Casamance

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 10:55

A Senegalese soldier has been killed and six others wounded in the Casamance region during operations aimed at destroying cannabis fields near The Gambia, the army said on Thursda…

A Senegalese soldier has been killed and six others wounded in the Casamance region during operations aimed at destroying cannabis fields near The Gambia, the army said on Thursday.

Ivory Coast marks 10 years since deadly Grand-Bassam beach attacks

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 10:53

On March 13, 2016, three gunmen moved along the beach and stormed three adjacent hotels, sometimes shooting people in the sand.

On March 13, 2016, three gunmen moved along the beach and stormed three adjacent hotels, sometimes shooting people in the sand.

Trump questions Iran’s participation in 2026 World Cup

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 10:44

US President Donald Trump has said it may not be “appropriate” for Iran to take part in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing safety concerns as tensions remain high between th…

US President Donald Trump has said it may not be “appropriate” for Iran to take part in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing safety concerns as tensions remain high between the countries.

Hundreds of parties register for Haiti's first election in a decade

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 10:14

A record 280 political parties and counting had registered by Thursday’s deadline to participate in Haiti’s first general election in a decade, although not all will make the cut

A record 280 political parties and counting had registered by Thursday’s deadline to participate in Haiti’s first general election in a decade, although not all will make the cut

Panama Canal poised to benefit as war in Middle East disrupts oil routes

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 09:14

Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez on Thursday said the conflict in the Middle East and rising fuel costs could ultimately benefit the interoceanic waterway as global shi…

Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez on Thursday said the conflict in the Middle East and rising fuel costs could ultimately benefit the interoceanic waterway as global shippers look for shorter and safer routes.

How fuel subsidy removal worsened Nigerian poverty levels – Report

Premium Times Nigeria • 13 Mar 2026, 08:22

Nigeria’s recent policy reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, have worsened poverty, highlighting the need for stronger social protection programmes to support vulnerable house…

Nigeria’s recent policy reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, have worsened poverty, highlighting the need for stronger social protection programmes to support vulnerable households. The post How fuel subsidy removal worsened Nigerian poverty levels – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Egyptian authorities impose caps on prices of bread

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 07:43

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi warned last week that those accused of price manipulation would be tried in military courts

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi warned last week that those accused of price manipulation would be tried in military courts

Anthony Joshua relocates to Dubai as 'millionaire exodus' hits UK

Africanews EN • 13 Mar 2026, 06:29

British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua has become a Dubai resident even as some foreigners scramble to exit the United Arab Emirates which has come under Iran's retaliatory fire in…

British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua has become a Dubai resident even as some foreigners scramble to exit the United Arab Emirates which has come under Iran's retaliatory fire in recent weeks

FCCPC may sanction airlines over festive fare hike

Premium Times Nigeria • 13 Mar 2026, 06:07

Nigeria’s consumer protection regulator says airlines found culpable of inflating ticket prices during the 2025 festive travel season may face sanctions and possible refunds to p…

Nigeria’s consumer protection regulator says airlines found culpable of inflating ticket prices during the 2025 festive travel season may face sanctions and possible refunds to passengers. The post FCCPC may sanction airlines over festive fare hike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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