Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1909, Souphanouvong, 1st President of Laos (died 1995) was born. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1965, Photis Kontoglou, Greek painter and illustrator (born 1895) passed away. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 1982, Dominic Isaacs, South African footballer was born. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1988, Tulisa, English singer-songwriter and actress was born. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Tapputi Introduces Warm Egyptian Perfume Oils to South Africa This Winter

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July 13, 2026

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Tapputi Introduces Warm Egyptian Perfume Oils to South Africa This Winter

With winter now settling in across South Africa this July, Tapputi Egyptian Perfume Oils is highlighting a style of fragrance that fits the cooler months especially well. The brand sells pure, alcohol-free Egyptian perfume oils and oil-based fragrances online, delivering to customers throughout the country. As temperatures fall and layered clothing comes back, oil-based scents []

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Libya Review

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· Jul 2, 2026

Libya Exports Crude Oil to Nigeria for the First Time

Libya has exported crude oil to Nigeria for the first time, supplying nearly two million barrels during May as Nigerian refineries sought alternative feedstock to offset shortages in domestic crude supplies. According to Nigeria’s Punch newspaper, citing data from the Energy Research Unit, Nigeria imported an average of 64,500 barrels per day of Libyan crude [] The post Libya Exports Crude Oil to Nigeria for the First Time appeared first on LibyaReview.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 22, 2026

Kasapreko, Indigo Homes among early participants for Litina’s Made-in-Ghana World Cup Expo today

Some of Ghana's leading brands have already signed up for the Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo in Boston later today and tomorrow.

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 3, 2026

FCTA, IHS Expand Clean Cooking Across Abuja Households

The Nigeria government, through the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), in partnership with IHS Towers of Strength, has expanded access to clean cooking energy in Abuja. The initiatives aimed at replacing firewood and charcoal with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in more than 12,500 households to improve public health and protect the environment. The project, known [] The post FCTA, IHS Expand Clean Cooking Across Abuja Households appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Eye Radio

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· Jul 6, 2026

Trade minister directs ambassador to deepen trade ties with Ghana

The Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Labanya Margret Mathya, has directed South Sudan’s ambassador to Ghana with strengthening trade and investment cooperation between the two countries. The directive followed a meeting between Dr Labanya and Ambassador Jacqueline Natepi Ben on Monday at the ministry’s headquarters in Juba. The two officials discussed potential areas of [] The post Trade minister directs ambassador to deepen trade ties with Ghana appeared first on Eye Radio.

Radio Tamazuj

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· Jun 27, 2026

Opinion| South Sudan: 15 years of independence, US$70 billion in oil wealth, and GDP per capita cut by two-thirds

For years, warning signs have accumulated over the management of South Sudan’s oil revenues. Resources The post Opinion| South Sudan: 15 years of independence, US70 billion in oil wealth, and GDP per capita cut by two-thirds appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.

The West Australian

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· Jun 21, 2026

Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s Africa Day brings people together for celebration of culture

The flavours, colours and music of Africa were on full display at Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s Africa Day event on Saturday.

Africa Intelligence

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· Jun 25, 2026

Kenya/Sudan : Embargo fails to stop tea from flowing

Sudan, which was the seventh-largest importer of Kenyan tea before the start of the civil war in April 2023, continues [...]

Watchdog Uganda

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· Jun 26, 2026

GLOBAL STAGE: Uganda Unveils Historic National Brand at World of Coffee Brussels

BRUSSELS, Belgium — In a major move to transform from a raw bulk supplier into a certified premium global origin, Uganda has officially launched its first-ever unified national coffee brand at the World of Coffee expo in Brussels. The high-stakes strategic rollout aims to permanently elevate Africa’s leading volume exporter into Europe’s highly lucrative specialty [] The post GLOBAL STAGE: Uganda Unveils Historic National Brand at World of Coffee Brussels appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 13, 2026

Nigeria meets 104% of OPEC quota as crude production hits 74-month high

Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production soared to an average of 1,735,398 barrels per day in the month of June 2026, representing positive growth for a 4th consecutive month. This was contained in a statement by the spokesperson of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, Eniola Akinkuotu, on Sunday. In the month under review, crude oil [] Nigeria meets 104 of OPEC quota as crude production hits 74-month high

Dateline Nigeria

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· Jul 11, 2026

USTDA supports US LNG technology deployment to power Northern Nigeria

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is supporting the deployment of U.S. liquefied natural gas technology that will strengthen energy access and security in northern Nigeria. Today, USTDA announced an agreement with Nigerian energy company Powergas Nigeria Ltd (Powergas) to fund a feasibility study for a small-scale liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in southern Nigeria The post USTDA supports US LNG technology deployment to power Northern Nigeria appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.

AllAfrica

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· Jun 26, 2026

Africa: Blue Transformation: The future of food will be shaped by water -- Africa at the heart of FAO's strategy

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Vanguard News

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· Jul 4, 2026

‘Show us the drug dens’: South Africa rejects Nigeria’s compensation demand

“We’ll be interested to know where the drug dens of Nigerians are so they can show us where they’ve been holding the drugs so that we can clean the drugs in South Africa quite urgently,” Ntshavheni said. The post ‘Show us the drug dens’: South Africa rejects Nigeria’s compensation demand appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bloomberg

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· Jul 13, 2026

South Africa Plans First Strategic Oil Boost Since Apartheid Era

South Africa plans to increase its strategic oil reserves for the first time since the apartheid government stockpiled crude, adding to measures across the continent to mitigate supply shocks.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 11, 2026

Egypt’s agricultural exports top 5.8m tonnes

Egypt’s agricultural exports have surpassed 5.8 million tonnes so far this year, Minister of Agriculture Alaa Farouk announced on Saturday. The milestone highlights a growing global demand for Egyptian produce and underscores the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the sector’s international competitiveness. According to a report by the Central Administration of Plant Quarantine (CAPQ), citrus [] The post Egypt’s agricultural exports top 5.8m tonnes appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Africanews

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· Jun 23, 2026

Congolese chefs put high-end spin on traditional cuisine

Yam gratin, safou-fruit butter and caterpillar sauce: in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country not usually associated with high cuisine, a new generation of chefs is putting a gourmet spin on traditional recipes.

IT News Africa

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· Jul 10, 2026

Xoom, a PayPal Service, and Flutterwave Enable Direct Money Transfers to Nigeria

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, today announced a collaboration with Xoom, PayPal’s international digital money transfer service, to enable fast transfers into Nigeria, one of the world’s fastest-growing digital economies. The relationship connects Xoom’s global network with Flutterwave’s local payout infrastructure, allowing users globally to send funds directly into Nigerian bank accounts with improved []

Legit.ng

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· Jul 12, 2026

See how to start an Akara business in Nigeria and cost in 2026

tarting an akara business in Nigeria now requires at least 200,000 as rising costs of beans, gas, oil and equipment continue climbing nationwide.

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

Egypt, Nigeria explore investment opportunities in digital, healthcare sectors

Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid Saleh stressed that Nigeria is an important economic and investment partner for Egypt and a promising market for Egyptian companies and products. Farid noted that the ministry is working to deepen cooperation with African countries and open new areas for investment and trade to support economic integration across The post Egypt, Nigeria explore investment opportunities in digital, healthcare sectors appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Guinee news

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· Jul 8, 2026

Exportation de l’or : le président Doumbouya impose le raffinage local obligatoire préalable

Le président Mamadi Doumbouya a signé ce mercredi 8 juillet 2026 un décret portant réglementation de l’exportation de l’or raffiné. Ce texte introduit une réforme majeure de la filière aurifère en rendant obligatoire le raffinage local de tout l’or produit en Guinée avant son exportation. Selon le décret, lu sur la Radio Télévision Guinéenne (RTG) []

Trend News Agency

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· Jul 6, 2026

Azebijan reports rise in oil exports to Tunisia in 5M2026

Azebijan reports rise in oil exports to Tunisia in 5M2026

Yen.com.gh

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· Jul 13, 2026

Current Hyundai Accent prices across Ghana’s car market

Explore Hyundai Accent prices in Ghana, ranging from GH¢35,000 to GH¢235,000. Key factors include model year, condition, and usage type. Learn more about this car.

The Namibian

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· Jul 5, 2026

From Extraction to Industrialisation: A Natural Resource Roadmap for Namibia

For decades, many resource-rich countries have exported raw materials while importing finished products, limiting value creation, employment and economic diversification. Namibia now has an opportunity to chart a different course. With abundant mineral resources, emerging oil and gas reserves, world-class seawater desalination capacity and vast renewable energy potential, the country is well positioned to pursue [] The post From Extraction to Industrialisation: A Natural Resource Roadmap for Namibia appeared first on The Namibian.

TASS

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· Jul 6, 2026

Sudan to develop ties with BRICS to mitigate sanction effects — portal

According to the Sudan Tribune news portal, Khartoum is moving to an alternative economy strategy, which involves the diversification of trade and economic ties, the development of alternative banking mechanisms and the use of national currencies in trade settlements

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 8, 2026

Türkiye’s exports to Africa surge in H1 as trade diplomacy, economic cooperation strengthen

Turkish exports to African countries rise 12 to 11B in January-June, with Morocco top recipient, followed by Egypt, Libya, Algeria and Tunisia, Turkish Exporters’ Assembly data shows

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