Commonwealth News

Africa’s private capital market kicked off 2026 with impressive momentum on the value front, even as the number of deals moderated. This shift points to a more selective and disciplined approach by investors across the continent. According to Stears’ latest Private...

Tourism Seychelles has deepened its Southeast Asia outreach with an exclusive destination workshop in Singapore, aimed at diving enthusiasts and niche travel partners. The event highlighted the islands’ marine biodiversity, immersive ocean experiences, and world-class...

Australia and Tuvalu have signed a revised security agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation after concerns that an earlier pact gave Canberra too much control over Tuvalu’s dealings with third countries, including China. Tuvalu’s Prime Minister Feleti Teo said...

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will visit Brunei and Malaysia from 14 to 17 April to discuss energy and food security, as Canberra seeks to secure fuel and fertiliser supplies amid a surge in global energy prices caused by the Middle East war. He will meet...

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Islamabad will host high-stakes US-Iran delegations on Friday, 10 April 2026, following a temporary Mideast ceasefire, with streets emptied under a two-day security lockdown. The capital is buzzing with...

Namibia Critical Minerals Inc. has amended its agreement with the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security to secure additional funding for the Lofdal heavy rare earths project. Under the revised deal, Jogmec will contribute an extra N$37 million to help...