As President Emmanuel Macron’s second term draws to a close, the state of France’s economy continues to fuel debate. Public debt has increased, unemployment has risen again, while household purchasing power has declined in recent months.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva says advanced economies need to control debt and spending as wars, energy shocks and rising interest costs put pressure on government finances.
Africa’s growing industrial ambition is on display as Dangote’s proposed $3.5 billion pipeline network promises stronger energy connectivity, trade and regional development.
As artificial intelligence develops rapidly, US lawmakers remain divided over how to regulate the technology without slowing innovation.
Rwandans spent $197.8 million, equivalent to more than Rwf291 billion, on travel outside the country during the first half of 2026, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).
Rwanda and Benin are expanding their partnership, with both countries looking to deepen cooperation in security, trade, investment, technology, transport and tourism.
China and India have objected to a new US sanctions and tariff bill targeting Russia, warning that it could affect trade, energy supplies and relations with Washington.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the EU is ready to explore a new associate membership for Canada, as both sides seek closer cooperation on trade, defence and key industries.
The six-month war between the United States and Iran has cost the US government nearly $38 billion, according to estimates by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), which says the cost could rise by another $3 billion every month for as long as the conflict continues.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says people have good reason to worry about the rapid development of artificial intelligence, but believes AI companies can take responsibility for keeping the technology safe.
