Central African Republic (CAR) Mining Minister to drive reforms and investment push at African Mining Week (AMW) 2026

Central African Republic (CAR) Mining Minister to drive reforms and investment push at African Mining Week (AMW) 2026

Minister of Mines and Geology, Rufin Benam Beltoungou, will outline policy reforms and highlight investment opportunities as the Central African Republic works to industrialize its underdeveloped mining sector CAPE TOWN (CONVERSEER) – As the Central African Republic (CAR) advances efforts to industrialize its mining sector, Minister of Mines and Geology Rufin Benam Beltoungou will participate…

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SPACO Old Boys Celebrate Feast Day, Reflect on Nine Decades of Discipline, Brotherhood

SPACO Old Boys Celebrate Feast Day, Reflect on Nine Decades of Discipline, Brotherhood

By Ita Williams, Calabar The Calabar Branch of the St. Patrick’s College Alumni Association was a scene of vibrant reunion and reflection on March 17, 2026. Old boys, dignitaries, and guests gathered to celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick, an event that marked the institution’s remarkable 92-year journey. The celebration served as a powerful testament…

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Scientists discover DNA and RNA bases on asteroid Ryugu

Scientists discover DNA and RNA bases on asteroid Ryugu

By Joe Udo (CONVERSEER) – How did life originate on Earth? This is one of the biggest unsolved mysteries in science. A widely accepted theory is that life began through chemical evolution. However, some scientists have proposed that asteroids and comets may have transported organic molecules, such as nucleobases, to Earth. Asteroid Ryugu, designated 162173,…

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Chang’e-6 detects solar wind negative ions on moon for first time

Chang’e-6 detects solar wind negative ions on moon for first time

By Joe Udo BEIJING (CONVERSEER) – According to the National Space Science Center of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the world’s first extraterrestrial negative ion analyzer (NILS) carried by the Chang’e 6 lander has successfully achieved the first direct detection of negative ions on the lunar surface, revealing the existence of negative ions generated by…

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