Iran war disrupts mining activities in DRC

DR Congo's leading copper and cobalt producers have had some orders for key leaching chemicals cancelled or withdrawn by suppliers this month due to supply disruption caused by the Iran war.

Iranian vessels near US blockade will be 'immediately eliminated': Trump

"Warning: If any of these ships come anywhere close to our blockade, they will be immediately eliminated," says the US president.

Benin election: Finance minister Romuald Wadagni secures landslide victory

Romuald Wadagni obtained more than 94% of the vote against the opposition candidate Paul Hounkpe, according to provisional results.