UK Student Visa Applications Drop 10.3% Amid Growing Revenue Risks
A 10.3% decline in UK student visa applications in September 2026 has intensified pressure on universities facing significant losses in international tuition revenue.
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Zimbabwe Mineral Exports Double to $4.7 Billion on Lithium Surge
Zimbabwe’s mineral exports have reached $4.7 billion, fueled by a massive increase in lithium sales after the government restricted the export of unprocessed ore.
US Commits $1.5bn to Zambia Data Deal for Mineral Access
Zambia and the United States have signed a $2 billion memorandum of understanding and data-sharing agreement to formalise access to the country’s critical mineral resources.
Cardoso Targets Asian Capital as CBN Seeks Deeper Nigerian Financial Markets
Governor Olayemi Cardoso has intensified efforts to attract Asian investment, holding high-level talks in Singapore to boost liquidity and technological innovation within Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.
South Africa Targets 4,600MW Battery Storage to Manage Growing Electricity Surplus
South Africa is pivoting its energy strategy toward a massive 4,600MW battery storage rollout to manage electricity surpluses and stabilize the grid after years of chronic power shortages.