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Zambia and Botswana Forge Economic Ties with Russia

12/23/2025

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Zambia and Botswana are enhancing their economic ties with Russia, focusing on education and energy cooperation.
Zambian Foreign Minister Mulambo Haimbe noted that over 600 Zambian students are studying in Russia and highlighted Zambia's mineral wealth and young population as growth assets.
Botswana's Foreign Minister Phenyo Butale stated that collaboration with Russia could unlock Botswana's mineral potential and improve infrastructure.
Kenya repatriated 119 nationals from Myanmar who were victims of trafficking scams.
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, President Felix Tshisekedi denied claims of M23 rebels withdrawing from Uvira, asserting their continued presence.

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Story summary

Zambia and Botswana are enhancing their economic ties with Russia, focusing on education and energy cooperation.
Zambian Foreign Minister Mulambo Haimbe noted that over 600 Zambian students are studying in Russia and highlighted Zambia's mineral wealth and young population as growth assets.
Botswana's Foreign Minister Phenyo Butale stated that collaboration with Russia could unlock Botswana's mineral potential and improve infrastructure.
Kenya repatriated 119 nationals from Myanmar who were victims of trafficking scams.
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, President Felix Tshisekedi denied claims of M23 rebels withdrawing from Uvira, asserting their continued presence.