US Imposes New Sanctions on Cuba, Ramping Up Collective Punishment
The US State Department announced on Thursday that Washington is imposing new sanctions on Cuba, further tightening an embargo that has a devastating impact on Cuban civilians. The measures sanction eight entities and two individuals and declare five ships as blocked property. The State Department claimed the targets are associated with activities it opposes. Critics describe the escalating embargo as collective punishment of ordinary Cubans, deepening economic hardship on the island.
Source: Antiwar — Published: 5 November 2026 21:48 — Summarized with AI
Israel Launches More Southwest Syria Raids, Adds Heavy Equipment to Land-Clearing Work
Israeli forces continue to scale up efforts on the Sufa 53 line construction in southwest Syria's Quneitra Governorate this week, adding a substantial number of heavy construction vehicles to the deployment for land-clearing work. They also launched more raids on villages near the line's planned location. Some nine Israeli vehicles crossed into Quneitra, initially entering a village there. The activity marks a further expansion of Israeli operations in southwest Syria.
Source: Antiwar — Published: 5 November 2026 21:28 — Summarized with AI
Abdul El-Sayed Won His Senate Seat With a Mandate on Palestine. Can He Deliver?
Abdul El-Sayed, the new senator from Michigan, won his Senate seat with a mandate on Palestine. The article examines whether he can deliver on that mandate, noting he will face an uphill battle if he wants to transform the US relationship with Israel. It argues, however, that he has options available and can draw on public pressure to push for change in Washington's approach.
Source: https://theintercept.com/feed/?rss — Published: 5 November 2026 21:28 — Summarized with AI
Iran: over USD 1bn in livestock fair deals as 157 firms show at Tehran industry expo
Two trade fairs held in Tehran in late October highlighted Iranian trade activity. The livestock fair produced over USD 1bn in export deals that are still to be finalised, according to the report. Separately, 157 firms showed their products at the Tehran industry exhibition. The events underscore ongoing commercial activity in Iran despite international pressure.
Source: BRICS24 — Published: 5 November 2026 21:00 — Summarized with AI
Ghana: Remove Barriers to Diaspora Return – Govt Urged
Ghana has been urged to remove barriers to the permanent return of Africans in the diaspora and to establish practical support systems that would enable them to settle, invest and contribute to national development. The call, reported by the Ghanaian Times, highlights the need for policies that ease the return of diaspora Africans and help them integrate into national life, with the aim of turning their skills and resources into tangible benefits for the country's growth.
Source: All Africa — Published: 5 November 2026 20:47 — Summarized with AI
Ghana: Create Jobs for One Million Coders Graduates – Veep
Ghana's Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called for practical job opportunities for graduates of the One Million Coders Programme, stressing that the digital skills they acquire must translate into employment, business opportunities and innovation. The call, reported by the Ghanaian Times, underlines the government's push to connect digital training with real labour market demand, ensuring that large-scale coding education produces tangible economic results rather than leaving graduates without pathways into work.
Source: All Africa — Published: 5 November 2026 20:47 — Summarized with AI
WHO Director General praises New Delhi Declaration adopted during the BRICS Summit 2026 – News On AIR
The Director General of the World Health Organization has praised the New Delhi Declaration adopted during the BRICS Summit 2026, News On AIR reported. The declaration, agreed by BRICS member states at the summit in India's capital, is presented as a significant outcome of the gathering, with the WHO chief welcoming the commitments it contains. The endorsement underscores the bloc's growing role in global health governance and its engagement with multilateral institutions on shared priorities.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 20:18 — Summarized with AI
Egypt: patient safety plan to 2030 as GAHAR accredits 964 facilities in 27 governorates
Egypt's health ministry has presented a patient safety strategy extending to 2030, designed to encourage doctors to report medical errors without fear of sanctions. The plan is backed by GAHAR accreditation of 964 health facilities spread across all 27 governorates. A first national report on patient safety for 2025 establishes the baseline against which future progress will be measured, marking a structured push to improve care quality and transparency across the country's health system.
Source: BRICS24 — Published: 5 November 2026 20:00 — Summarized with AI
Ghana and BRICS: A strategic choice, not a slogan – 3News
The 3News commentary argues that Ghana's engagement with BRICS represents a deliberate strategic choice rather than a mere political slogan. It examines the bloc's growing economic weight and what closer ties could mean for Ghana's development, trade and diplomatic positioning. The piece frames the debate around whether Accra should pursue deeper cooperation with BRICS members as an alternative or complement to traditional partnerships, presenting the relationship as a matter of calculated national interest.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 19:59 — Summarized with AI
Mahama Clears the Air on Ghana’s Relationship With BRICS – Modern Ghana
Modern Ghana reports that President John Mahama has cleared the air on Ghana's relationship with BRICS, responding to public debate over how closely Accra intends to align with the bloc. The remarks seek to clarify the government's position on engagement with BRICS members and what such ties would mean for Ghana's foreign policy and economic partnerships, aiming to settle speculation about the country's strategic direction.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 19:20 — Summarized with AI
Zambia expects power line to Tanzania to be operational in 2029
Zambia's electricity minister Peter Kapala told lawmakers that a major high-voltage transmission line linking Zambia to Tanzania is expected to start operations in 2029. The project, agreed in 2014, involves a 2,300 kilometre transmission line connecting Zambia to Tanzania and Kenya. It is intended to boost regional electricity trading and improve reliability of supply across the region, according to the report.
Source: Clube de Mocambique — Published: 5 November 2026 19:08 — Summarized with AI
Ethiopia: AksumBase checks who lists in Addis Ababa now; document checks follow in 2027
AksumBase has begun verifying the identity of agents and developers who list property in Ethiopia, starting with Addis Ababa. Property document checks are planned for 2027, according to the report. The verification process is presented as a way to reduce fraud and improve trust in the market. The article explains what the new checks mean for buyers, sellers and agents operating in Ethiopia's growing real estate sector.
Source: BRICS24 — Published: 5 November 2026 19:00 — Summarized with AI
Ghana's BRICS partnership began under Akufo-Addo committee – Mahama – 3News
Ghana's BRICS partnership began under a committee established during the Akufo-Addo administration, President Mahama said, according to a report by 3News. The statement clarifies the origins of Ghana's engagement with the BRICS grouping and appears aimed at settling debate over who initiated the partnership. The report does not give further details on the committee's mandate or the current status of Ghana's ties with BRICS.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 18:56 — Summarized with AI
“Dead Man Walking”: Officials Say Hegseth Has to Go
After a landslide Democratic victory in the midterm elections, War Secretary Pete Hegseth finds himself on the brink of bipartisan impeachment, according to The Intercept. Officials quoted in the report describe him as a dead man walking and say he has to go. The article links the midterms result to growing pressure for impeachment, citing figures including Rep. Thomas Massie, and suggests Hegseth's position has become untenable across party lines.
Source: https://theintercept.com/feed/?rss — Published: 5 November 2026 18:55 — Summarized with AI
Why Guinea-Bissau halted a controversial hepatitis vaccine trial for babies
Guinea-Bissau has reportedly halted a controversial United States-funded hepatitis B virus vaccine trial after experts raised concerns that it involved withholding lifesaving shots from thousands of babies. A researcher involved in the project said the trial failed to gain the necessary government approval and that the end of the trial came amid global scrutiny. The decision follows widespread criticism over the ethics of the study and its potential impact on infant health in the West African nation.
Source: Clube de Mocambique — Published: 5 November 2026 18:41 — Summarized with AI
South Africa: Eskom passes 532 days without load shedding as diesel bill drops ZAR 4.81bn
South Africa's Eskom has passed 532 days without load shedding, according to a company report. The utility achieved a 68.15% energy availability factor and saw its diesel bill drop by ZAR 4.81 billion. However, 193,556 customers remain under load reduction, and Eskom has set a March 2027 target to end the practice. The milestone marks a significant improvement in the country's power stability after years of crippling blackouts.
Source: BRICS24 — Published: 5 November 2026 18:00 — Summarized with AI
Akufo-Addo’s govt initiated Ghana’s BRICS partnership idea – Mahama – Modern Ghana
Ghana's President John Mahama has said that the administration of former President Nana Akufo-Addo initiated the idea of Ghana's partnership with BRICS. The statement, reported by Modern Ghana, sheds light on the origins of Ghana's engagement with the BRICS group of emerging economies. The clarification comes amid ongoing discussions about Ghana's foreign policy direction and its potential alignment with the bloc.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 17:35 — Summarized with AI
Mozambique: Finland donates €1M food from Ukraine to Cabo Delgado displaced
The Government of Finland on Wednesday donated food to support 330,000 people affected by the armed conflict in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province. Rice and soya oil purchased from Ukraine arrived in Pemba on Wednesday as part of the €1 million initiative. Cabo Delgado faces a severe humanitarian crisis, with 6,600 deaths and 1.3 million people displaced since 2017. The donation aims to ease pressure on displaced communities struggling with food insecurity amid ongoing violence.
Source: Clube de Mocambique — Published: 5 November 2026 17:35 — Summarized with AI
Brazil: Interlagos hosts the São Paulo GP on 8 November after 303,627 fans in 2025
Formula 1 returns to Interlagos on 6–8 November for the São Paulo Grand Prix, following a 2025 edition that attracted 303,627 fans. The race was worth BRL 2.3 billion to São Paulo, underscoring its economic significance for the city. City Hall plans to build new pedestrian access to improve crowd flow and safety around the circuit. The event reinforces Interlagos' status as a major fixture on the Formula 1 calendar and a key driver of local tourism and revenue.
Source: BRICS24 — Published: 5 November 2026 17:00 — Summarized with AI
Mozambique prepares alternative to declining Pande and Temane gas production
Mozambique is moving ahead with the Matola Liquefied Natural Gas terminal project as an alternative to declining gas production from Pande and Temane, which is expected to end in 2030. The project aims to reach financial close by the end of 2027. Beluluane Gas Company announced the appointment of the VGI/PRDW consortium to support the development. The terminal is intended to sustain Mozambique's gas sector and energy exports as older fields wind down, positioning Matola as a strategic new hub.
Source: Clube de Mocambique — Published: 5 November 2026 16:39 — Summarized with AI
Ghana’s BRICS partnership proposal came from Akufo-Addo-era committee – Mahama – MyJoyOnline
Ghana's President John Mahama stated that the country's BRICS partnership proposal originated from a committee set up during the Akufo-Addo administration, according to MyJoyOnline. The clarification situates the proposal within earlier government efforts rather than a new initiative. The remarks come as Ghana explores closer engagement with the BRICS bloc, which has been expanding its partnerships with African nations. The statement seeks to explain the proposal's background and continuity across administrations.
Source: Google News on BRICS — Published: 5 November 2026 16:38 — Summarized with AI
Africa: Africa Is Not Short of Money – It Is Short of Risk Capital
A RootsToFoods Capital Series interview argues that Africa is not short of money but short of risk capital. Kanini Mutooni of the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation follows one Kenyan cold-chain company from DRK's first check to the path to financial sustainability. Dr. Frank Aswani of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance then explains what it would take for ten more companies to achieve the same trajectory, highlighting the gap in early-stage risk funding across the continent.
Source: All Africa — Published: 5 November 2026 16:19 — Summarized with AI
