Africa Cape Verde Cape Verde has entered the world's Top 30 in governance indices: the latest World Economics assessment for 2026 gave it an A rating and a score of 74, being the only African country with this distinction, thus sitting in first place on the continent
Asia Israel Many diplomats boycotted Netanyahu's speech UN General Assembly, in which he promised that Israel would “hunt down” its enemies and “finish the job” in Gaza, rejecting international criticism
America Uruguay Uruguay has set a goal to electrify 50% of its public transport fleet by 2030 as part of its broader push for decarbonization and a second energy transition
Asia Palestine The Palestinian Authority would be willing to take responsibility for Gaza after the war and Hamas would have no role in a future government in the enclave, said President Abbas addressing the UN from remote, as no US visa was granted to his delegation
Africa Gabon The ban on single-use plastic bags has come into force in supermarkets in the municipalities of Akanda, Libreville and Owendo, press reports; the measure comes after a four-month awareness campaign launched on June 23
Europe Moldova Pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity claimed a clear lead and a new majority in parliamentary elections on 28 September, a pivotal moment for the country's future on its path to EU membership
Oceania Kiribati Leaders of Kiribati and the Marshall Islands have pressed world leaders to achieve a nuclear-free Pacific in separate remarks at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City
Asia Kazakhstan 7,5 million foreign tourists entered Kazakhstan in the first half of this year, with overall revenues from tourist accommodation rising by 25%
Europe Portugal Acoustic tests on the public warning towers will be conducted today by Loulé City Council; following the installation of the warning system for tsunami and other collective risks, such as heat waves or rough seas
Africa Eritrea A seminar on integrated organic agricultural practices brought together experts and academics to share findings and discuss innovative solutions as part of Ministry efforts to ensure “Safe and Nutritious Food for Everyone, Everywhere!”
Africa Republic of the Congo In Brazzaville and four other locations across the country, 645 candidates, mostly science baccalaureate holders, have been applying since September 24 for a place at the National Training Center for Statistics, Demography and Planning
Africa Comoros Moroni citizens face a water supply crisis and now depend on tanker trucks and even tanks that they pay for; asking to fix city plumbing and restore public service, they say it is absurd to live through this difficulty in 2025 in the capital
Oceania Micronesia A state of emergency due to toxic oil leaking from a World War II shipwreck in Chuuk Lagoon, has been declared; the leak is posing significant risks to marine life, coral reefs and the nation's fishing economy
Oceania Papua New Guinea President Toroama has been re-elected in the 2025 Bougainville general election; PM Marape said government remained committed to dialogue and the result provides continuity and stability in leadership at a critical time for decision making