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Zimbabwe criminalizes unauthorized settlement on unplanned urban land through forthcoming legislation. Government officials complete draft regulations targeting illegal sales, surveys, and construction activities on state property. The Ministry of Local Government and Public Works published...

Zimbabwe expands its regulatory fee revision program to encompass retail, horticulture, and manufacturing industries as part of comprehensive business cost reduction efforts. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced that authorities plan to complete these sector reforms before November's 2026...

Japan has endorsed Zimbabwe's campaign for a United Nations Security Council non-permanent position during the 2027-2028 period. Speaker Fukushiro Nukaga communicated this backing to visiting Zimbabwean Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda during bilateral discussions in Tokyo. The Japanese support...

Zimbabwe progresses through the third phase of currency transformation seeking domestic monetary control by 2030. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube reported achievements during the Zimbabwe Economic Development Conference in Bulawayo last week. The Zimbabwe Gold has maintained stability for twelve...

Safaricom completed the largest M-PESA system enhancement since 2015 during the service's eighteenth year of operation. The telecommunications company launched Fintech 2.0 as its next-generation core platform for financial technology services. This advanced infrastructure strengthens system...

Senegal advances its government data sharing system through recent stakeholder evaluations at a COCOOR committee session. Officials validated the project roadmap after launching the initiative on April 22, 2025. The platform facilitates secure information exchange between government ministries...

The Industrial Development Bank established a £1.13 billion credit facilitation partnership with Raya IT from Raya Holding Group. This financial arrangement targets Egypt's digital transformation acceleration through enhanced banking sector technology infrastructure. The collaboration emphasizes...

Safaricom PLC will conduct a planned maintenance operation on its M-PESA financial platform during early morning hours on Monday, September 22nd, 2025. The telecommunications company scheduled the upgrade window between 12:30 AM and 3:30 AM to reduce customer impact. Service interruptions will...

Moroccan technology company DONE raised 2.1 million dollars through seed investment from domestic financiers and private backers. The startup develops the nation's inaugural super application platform since its establishment in 2024. Local investors demonstrated confidence in Morocco's capacity...

Kaspersky cybersecurity experts documented alarming attack statistics across Sub-Saharan Africa during early 2025. The region experienced 42.4 million web-based threats and 95.6 million device infections within six months. Spyware incidents more than doubled while password theft attempts jumped...

Alkhabeer Capital spearheaded a SAR18 million seed investment round for Saudi fintech firm Sindbad Tech during Money20/20 Middle East. The $4.8 million funding enables the company to expand its financial technology offerings and create advanced systems that improve transaction speed. Sindbad...

Zambia established its inaugural digital repository for geological information at a ceremony held at the Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka. The Smart Zambia Institute's Acting National Coordinator, Kasali Musenge, emphasized the importance of local data management and national digital sovereignty...

The United Arab Emirates established its inaugural national waste exchange marketplace through a collaboration between Beeah Group and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi attended the platform launch ceremony as the nation's Climate Change...

Bangladesh authorities reorganized senior law enforcement leadership through fresh appointments across multiple districts. The Home Affairs Ministry published official transfer orders on Sunday that affected Superintendents of Police and other high-ranking security officials. Md Abul Kalam Azad...

Security forces from Border Guard Bangladesh and Rapid Action Battalion executed a combined mission Sunday across mountainous terrain near Teknaf upazila within Cox's Bazar district. The enforcement teams freed over one hundred individuals targeted for human trafficking while apprehending three...

Bangladesh Shipping Corporation achieved a significant breakthrough by financing two modern bulk carriers independently. Shipping Adviser Brigadier General Dr M Sakhawat Hussain announced this development during a contract signing event with Hellenic Dry Bulk Ventures LLC at a city hotel. The...

Atletico Madrid secured just one point against Mallorca during Sunday's La Liga encounter, extending their disappointing campaign start. Julian Alvarez failed to convert from the penalty spot while his team battled against determined opposition. Alexander Sorloth received his marching orders...

Districts across Bangladesh competed fiercely during National Championship 2025 matches on Sunday. Home teams Satkhira demolished Bhola with a decisive 4-1 result. Md Saiful Islam received recognition as the outstanding performer for his exceptional contribution. Patuakhali delivered an equally...

Representatives from the Pakistan-Bangladesh Business Council visited Export Promotion Bureau officials on Sunday. Chairperson Nabil Abid Nisar led the delegation during talks with Vice Chairman Mohammad Hasan Arif at the board room. The groups explored methods to expand commercial relationships...

Max Verstappen secured victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after leading from start to finish on Sunday. Championship leader Oscar Piastri suffered a first-lap crash that ended his remarkable 34-race scoring streak. Lando Norris managed only seventh place, which reduced the title gap by six...