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Mnangagwa, Prateek Suri map Africa's growth path

HARARE, ZIMBABWE, Feb. 8 -- When political leadership meets entrepreneurial ambition, the outcome often shapes the future of nations. Such a moment unfolded when Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of Zimba... Read More


Postal charges set to increase

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- The Department of Posts has announced a significant revision of postal rates, effective from tomorrow (9). According to the new schedule, the minimum postage rate for a standard ... Read More


Tourist arrivals surpass 300,000 mark

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- Foreign tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka exceeded 300,000 within the first few weeks of this year. According to the Tourism Development Authority, 317,381 tourists visited the island... Read More


Temporary decline in island-wide rainfall

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- A temporary reduction in the current rainy weather conditions is anticipated from today (08) until the 11th, according to the Department of Meteorology. Forecasts indicate that l... Read More


Police constable cites mental exhaustion

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- A constable at the Aluthgama Police station departed from duty after recording a formal note stating that continuous work without rest caused him severe mental distress. Reports ... Read More


Consumer groups call for controlled price on domestic gas

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- A controlled price for domestic gas is being requested by consumer organisations from the government, pointing out that such regulation is essential due to frequent inconsistencie... Read More


EACOP operations start July

DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 8 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan and President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda yesterday agreed to deepen trade and economic cooperation, confirming that the East African Crude Oil Pip... Read More


Tourism earnings climb USD 378.3mn in Jan.

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- Tourism earnings rose to US dollars 378.3 million in January 2026, up from US dollars 308.6 million in December 2025, reflecting stronger visitor spending at the start of the year... Read More


Rare French pocket revolver seized

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- The Police Special Task Force (STF) has recovered a rare French-made "Liegeoise" pocket revolver during a raid in the Dungalpitiya police area yesterday (7). Acting on a tip-off ... Read More


Assassination attempt on Kalutara politician foiled

Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- Kalutara South Police have launched an investigation into a failed assassination attempt targeting Bandula Prasanna, a Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) candidate for the Kalutara Muni... Read More