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Monitoring Media Narratives Across Africa
Last updated: October 2026
Monitoring Media Narratives Across Africa
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HOUSTON — The United Arab Emirates on Monday condemned Iran's attacks against shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as a form of "economic terrorism" that is holding the world hostage. "Let me be absolutely clear, weaponizing the Strait of Hormuz is not an act of …
In Gaza, registering a death was once—as in most places around the world—a relatively simple administrative task. A body was brought to a hospital, where medical staff issued the necessary paperwork with the civil authorities. This allowed families to update civil records, settle inheritance matters, …
Oil and natural gas futures prices—despite trading 60% higher since before the Iran war—remain well below the physical supply shortages facing Asia and spreading around the world that will take many months to replenish, the chairman and CEO of Chevron said March 23. The large …
RIYADH — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute announced that US President Donald Trump will be the guest of honor at the fourth edition of the FII Priority Summit in Miami, scheduled from March 25 to 27, 2026. Trump is set to deliver an in-person …
Air defences in UAE intercept missiles and drones as regional tensions escalate Dubai: UAE air defences intercepted multiple ballistic missiles and drones launched from Iran, ensuring public safety across the country. Residents were advised to stay updated on travel and flight schedules, while authorities highlighted …
The Governor of Jazan Region, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz, received governorate governors, heads of centers, tribal elders and a group of citizens, who offered peace and congratulations to him on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. The Emir of Jizan noted the attention and care given …
The shadow justice secretary, Nick Timothy, has been accused by a Conservative peer and former counter-extremism minister of “instilling fear” among Muslims with his comments about public prayer. British Muslims were openly talking about leaving the Conservative party, added Tariq Ahmad, who said he had …
As much of the Middle East has been plunged into chaos and conflict by the war in Iran, Syria stands out as a country seeking to avoid conflict. Syria has emerged from a decade-long civil war with the fall of the Assad regime in December …
On behalf of all university staff, the President of Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, Prof. Fahad bin Ahmed Al-Harbi, extended his highest congratulations and blessings to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed …
Eid greetings exchanged by Sharjah's Ruler and officials His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, performed the Eid Al Fitr prayer on Friday at Sharjah Mosque. This came in the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed …