Critical minerals are the backbone of 21st-century security and technology. In this interview, Professor Jean-Marie Kanda, Senior Advisor to the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for Mining, Energy, and Hydrocarbons, explains why critical minerals have become a global strategic issue and outlines the country’s vision for a more transparent, traceable, and responsibly governed mining sector. The discussion explores how stronger international cooperation, improved governance, and effective traceability mechanisms could help ensure that critical minerals become a force for sustainable development and peace, rather than conflict.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
As part of the 2026 Women’s Month celebrations, Journalism and Integrated Communication students from Tshwane University of Technology participate in speed mentoring sessions with industry experts, gaining valuable career advice, professional insights and inspiration.
In this week’s Market Research Update, we present the latest data on Federal Vote, Consumer Confidence and Business Confidence.
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What could wars and cyberattacks mean for your savings?
In this episode of Euro Matters, Paul Gordon speaks with Supervisory Board member Sharon Donnery about some of the biggest risks facing European banks. They discuss how the ECB tests banks’ ability to keep your money safe during times of uncertainty – and why trust matters for savers, borrowers and the wider economy.
The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the European Central Bank.
ECB publishes results of 2026 geopolitical risk reverse stress test – press release
https://www.bankingsupervision.europa.eu/press/pr/date/2026/html/ssm.pr260731~93964644b0.en.html
ECB web page on fraud
https://www.ecb.europa.eu/services/using-our-site/disclaimer/html/misuse.en.html
ECB web page on consumer protection
https://www.bankingsupervision.europa.eu/about/organisation/national-supervisors/consumer-protection/html/index.en.html
Noon briefing by Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Highlights:
– Myanmar
– Lebanon
– Occupied Palestinian Territory
– Ukraine
– Sudan/Office of the Personal Envoy
– Sudan
– Democratic Republic of the Congo
– Rwanda
– World Health Organization/Competition
– World Breastfeeding Week
– Financial Contribution
– Briefings
MYANMAR
Today, the UN took note of the announcement by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that a delegate has visited State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi in detention today, in accordance with the ICRC’s standards and procedures for visiting people deprived of liberty.
Previously, the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Myanmar, Julie Bishop has called for independent verifiable reports on State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi’s circumstances, including during her May visit to Myanmar.
The UN welcomes this development and reiterate its call for the swift and unconditional release of all those arbitrarily detained as a fundamental step towards conditions conducive to a credible and transparent political process.
The UN has consistently stressed that a viable political solution must be founded on an immediate cessation of violence and a genuine commitment to inclusive dialogue.
The Secretary-General has stressed the importance of continued dialogue between all relevant Myanmar stakeholders and his Special Envoy on how the United Nations and its partners, in particular ASEAN, can help support efforts towards a peaceful solution in the interests of the people of Myanmar as called for by the Security Council and the General Assembly.
LEBANON
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) continues to observe daily Israeli violations of Lebanese airspace. Between Thursday and Sunday, peacekeepers recorded 125 air violations, with the combined total overflight time exceeding 418 hours. Surveillance and armed drones were observed near or above UNIFIL positions in both sectors.
Peacekeepers also report extensive military activity on the ground in south Lebanon, including significant engineering works and active troop movements. Over the weekend, peacekeepers reported multiple Israel Defence Force artillery firing events across both sectors, as well as in areas north of the Litani River.
Separately, peacekeepers observed IDF activities in Lebanese territorial waters on both Saturday and Sunday.
Peacekeepers continue to face obstructions to their freedom of movement in south Lebanon. On Friday, UNIFIL patrols encountered temporary IDF roadblocks in both sectors, restricting movement in Sector East and along the coastal road in Naqoura in Sector West before access was restored. Separately, in Sector West, peacekeeping patrols were subjected to stone-throwing incidents over the weekend.
Yesterday, peacekeepers discovered unexploded ordnance and improvised explosive devices in Sector East. The items were safely destroyed on-site.
At the request of the Lebanese Army and following deconfliction with the IDF, a UNIFIL helicopter and personnel participated in efforts to extinguish a bushfire in the general areas of Shwayya and Ain Jerfa, outside the mission’s area of operations, yesterday afternoon.
On the humanitarian front, UNIFIL facilitated, in coordination with OCHA, seven humanitarian missions in both sectors on Thursday and Friday.
Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date=2026-08-03
Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)
On this episode of the Inside the FBI Podcast, we’ll discuss a new breed of government-impersonation scam in which bad actors role-play as special agents or their associates to scam people out of their money and personally identifiable information. We’ll explain how the scheme works, identify red flags you can watch out for, and explain how you can report special agent impersonators to the Bureau if they attempt to target you or a loved one. For a full transcript and additional resources, visit https://www.fbi.gov/podcasts.
If you or a loved one believe you may have been victimized by this scam—or if you suspect that you’ve already been in talks with one of the fraudsters behind it—you should contact the FBI immediately by phone at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or online at https://tips.fbi.gov.
You can also visit https://www.fbi.gov/scams to learn more about common frauds and scams, including the hallmarks of these schemes and how to report them to the proper authorities, including—but not limited to—the FBI.
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Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)
Remarks by FBI Salt Lake City Special Agent in Charge Robert Bohls on the August 2, 2026, Twin Falls shooting.
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