Burkina Faso gold dug by hand supports about 700,000 families, yet miners face toxic dust and the state declares only about 2% of it. A US guide.

The top US diplomat in Madagascar says Madagascar minerals are a priority, as Washington courts graphite, nickel and rare earths for supply.

The Niger State kidnapping took about 12 children from a Quranic school in Nigeria on 31 October. Here is what is known and what it means for travellers.

Colombia's vice president says the country would default in 2027 if Congress stalls the rescue bill filed on 29 October, a warning, not a current event.

Southern Copper says its Peru mining projects could top US$10.3 billion over the next decade, led by Tía María, Los Chancas and Michiquillay.

Colombia's visa transfer deadline has passed, Brazil's market is shut today and its rate decision is Wednesday. Rates and checklist for expats.

Edi Rama's Socialists hold 83 of 140 seats, but student protests since 13 October test his rule. Here is who holds power in Albania.

Nicaragua travel advisory, entry rules, US sanctions and the 1% remittance tax: what US visitors, investors and senders need to know in November 2026.

Treasury will stay with the Johannesburg council for three years whoever wins South Africa's 4 November vote, as the city faces US$1.5 billion in claims.

South Africa special voting runs on 2 and 3 November for 2,655,067 approved voters, two days before the 4 November local ...

South Africa storm warnings cover six provinces on Monday 2 November, with a Level 4 yellow alert for hail and flooding, and local elections this week.

The US is importing about 14% more beef this year, but Colombia still lacks the sanitary clearance to sell there, its cattle ...