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Who is Riek Machar, South Sudan's embattled vice president?

The reported house arrest of Riek Machar, the former bush rebel leader who became South Sudan's First Vice President, marks the latest turn in the turbulent relationship with his rival,

Who is Riek Machar, South Sudan's embattled vice president?
Africa|Economy|Food|Political|World

Record 28 million people face acute hunger in conflict-ravaged Congo

Twenty-eight million people face acute hunger in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a record for the country, driven by an escalating conflict between the government and Rwandan-backed

Record 28 million people face acute hunger in conflict-ravaged Congo
Africa|Arts|Europe|Political|World

Algeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release

An Algerian court sentenced French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal to five years in jail on Thursday for undermining national unity, prompting a call for his freedom from French

Algeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say

Egypt, one of the mediators in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations, has received positive indications from Israel over a new ceasefire proposal that

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say
Africa|Celebrity|Health|Political|World

What to know after Prince Harry resigned from his African charity

Prince Harry’s announced his resignation this week from an African charity that he co-founded in memory of his mother Princess Diana

What to know after Prince Harry resigned from his African charity
Africa|MidEast|Travel|World

At least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt

A provincial governor in Egypt says that at least six Russian tourists are dead after a recreational submarine on an underwater cruise of coral reefs sank off the Egyptian Red Sea resort town of Hurghada

At least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's army shells Omdurman in push to oust RSF from capital region

The Sudanese army shelled parts of Khartoum's twin city of Omdurman from early morning on Thursday, residents said, after declaring victory over their Rapid

Sudan's army shells Omdurman in push to oust RSF from capital region
Africa|Political|World

Detention of South Sudan's VP Machar cancels peace deal, his party says

The detention of South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar has effectively collapsed the peace deal that ended the 2013-2018 civil war, his party said on Thursday.

Detention of South Sudan's VP Machar cancels peace deal, his party says
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Central banks of Ghana and Kenya to pause rates in coming days until May: Reuters poll

The Bank of Ghana and the Central Bank of Kenya will pause cutting interest rates at their upcoming meetings and resume in May, a Reuters poll found on

Central banks of Ghana and Kenya to pause rates in coming days until May: Reuters poll
Africa|Political|World

Zimbabwe president fires army chief ahead of planned protests

Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa acted to consolidate his hold on power with Tuesday's dismissal of a senior general, political analysts say, amid growing fears

Zimbabwe president fires army chief ahead of planned protests
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Science|World

Get ready for a partial solar eclipse across Europe and parts of North America and Africa

The moon will appear to take bites out of the sun during a partial solar eclipse in the Northern Hemisphere

Get ready for a partial solar eclipse across Europe and parts of North America and Africa
Africa|Business|Economy

Transnet's major union rejects wage deal agreed by rival

South Africa's United National Transport Union (UNTU) said on Thursday it rejected a final wage offer tabled by state-owned logistics group Transnet, which was signed by a smaller union.

Transnet's major union rejects wage deal agreed by rival
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan VP Machar's party trying to locate him after arrest warrant issued

The party of South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar said on Wednesday it was trying to locate him after the defence minister and chief of national security "forcefully entered" his

South Sudan VP Machar's party trying to locate him after arrest warrant issued
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Kenya recognises Kosovo as independent state, first such move in five years

Kenya has recognised Kosovo as an independent state, the first country to do so after nearly five years of stalled efforts to gain further international recognition.

Kenya recognises Kosovo as independent state, first such move in five years
Africa|Crime|World

Militants kill 16 on Nigerian army base, military outpost, security sources say

Suspected Islamist fighters launched a coordinated attack on an army base and a military outpost in Nigeria's

Militants kill 16 on Nigerian army base, military outpost, security sources say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese army drives RSF from central Khartoum, witnesses say

The Sudanese army drove its rival Rapid Support Forces from most of Khartoum city, residents said on Wednesday, as the army chief toured the presidential palace and airport, marking

Sudanese army drives RSF from central Khartoum, witnesses say
Africa|Americas|Crime|World

Kenyan MSS soldier reported missing after gang-linked incident in Haiti

An officer from the Kenyan multinational security support (MSS) mission was reported missing in Haiti on Tuesday after an incident involving gangs, the MSS said in a

Kenyan MSS soldier reported missing after gang-linked incident in Haiti
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Sudan aid groups say 54 killed in an airstrike blamed on the military in Darfur

Aid groups in Sudan say a military airstrike hit a local market in the country’s western region, igniting a huge fire and killing at least 54 people

Sudan aid groups say 54 killed in an airstrike blamed on the military in Darfur
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Kenyan officer killed in Haiti after gang ambush, as Rubio visits Caribbean to discuss Haitian security crisis

Kenyan officer killed in Haiti after gang ambush, as Rubio visits Caribbean to discuss Haitian security crisis

Kenyan officer killed in Haiti after gang ambush, as Rubio visits Caribbean to discuss Haitian security crisis
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan’s army chief returns to Khartoum for first time in 2 years of war after airport recaptured

Sudan’s military says it has recaptured the international airport in the capital, Khartoum, after nearly two years of fighting against a rival paramilitary group

Sudan’s army chief returns to Khartoum for first time in 2 years of war after airport recaptured
Africa|Celebrity|World

Prince Harry resigns from an African charity he co-founded after a leadership dispute

Prince Harry has resigned as a patron of an African charity he co-founded nearly 20 years ago in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana

Prince Harry resigns from an African charity he co-founded after a leadership dispute
Africa|Asia|Health|MidEast|World

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns

Programmes to help prevent malnourishment in children in Yemen, Afghanistan and Syria could be suspended within months if urgent funding is not found, the U.N.'

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
Africa|Business|Economy

Mali expects rise in gold output in 2025 on reopened Barrick operations

Mali is forecasting a slight recovery in industrial gold output in 2025 on the assumption that mining giant Barrick Gold will resume operations after a months-long

Mali expects rise in gold output in 2025 on reopened Barrick operations
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes

Hundreds of Palestinians have protested in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out," social media posts showed, in a

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Africa|Political|World

Niger’s junta leader cements his grip on power as he is sworn in as president

Niger’s junta leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, has been sworn in as the country’s president for a transition period of five years under a new charter that replaces the West African nation’s constitution

Niger’s junta leader cements his grip on power as he is sworn in as president
Africa|Celebrity|Europe|Health|World

UK's Prince Harry quits his African AIDS charity in dispute with leader

Britain's Prince Harry has quit as a patron of Sentebale, a British charity he set up to help young people with HIV and AIDS in Lesotho and Botswana, following a dispute between

UK's Prince Harry quits his African AIDS charity in dispute with leader
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political

German authorities raid a group that allegedly aims to overthrow the Eritrean government

Police raids in six German states have targeted a group alleged to be “part of an international network whose aim is to overthrow the government in Eritrea.”

German authorities raid a group that allegedly aims to overthrow the Eritrean government
Africa|Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Two killed at funeral for slain east Congo musician

Police in eastern Congo killed two people on Tuesday when they opened fire on mourners at the funeral of a slain singer known for denouncing both his own

Two killed at funeral for slain east Congo musician
Africa|Political|World

Sudan's RSF squeezing relief supplies as famine spreads, aid workers say

A Sudanese paramilitary force locked in a war with the army has placed new constraints on aid deliveries to territories where it is seeking to cement

Sudan's RSF squeezing relief supplies as famine spreads, aid workers say
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan's VP Machar says Uganda is violating arms embargo

South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar has accused Uganda of violating a United Nations arms embargo by entering the country with armoured and air force units, and

South Sudan's VP Machar says Uganda is violating arms embargo
Africa|Political|World

Burundi says Rwanda has a plan to attack it, Rwanda calls for calm

Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye said he had seen "credible intelligence" that Rwanda has a plan to attack his country, whose forces have battled Rwandan-backed rebels in

Burundi says Rwanda has a plan to attack it, Rwanda calls for calm
Africa|Political|World

Renewed fighting in eastern Congo as neighbours try to revive peace process

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo battled militiamen allied with the government on Tuesday as regional countries tried to give fresh impetus to

Renewed fighting in eastern Congo as neighbours try to revive peace process
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

South African rand on front foot, US tariff worries remain

South Africa's rand extended its recent rally on Tuesday, as markets continued to look for clarity on U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff plans.

South African rand on front foot, US tariff worries remain
Africa|Political|World

Congo rebel leader says sanctions or minerals deal with the US won’t stop fighting in the east

The leader of the rebels who captured two key cities in eastern Congo tells The Associated Press that international sanctions and Congo’s proposed minerals deal with the United States in search of peace will not stop the fighting

Congo rebel leader says sanctions or minerals deal with the US won’t stop fighting in the east
Africa|Political|World

South Africa president says persecution of whites a 'false narrative' as Musk repeats genocide claim

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the claim that white people are being persecuted in his country is a “completely false narrative.”

South Africa president says persecution of whites a 'false narrative' as Musk repeats genocide claim
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan is teetering on the edge of renewed civil war, UN envoy says

The top U.N. official in South Sudan is warning that the country is teetering on the edge of renewed civil war

South Sudan is teetering on the edge of renewed civil war, UN envoy says
Africa|Business|Economy|US

US jet fuel imports surge as Nigeria's Dangote refinery pushes barrels west

U.S. jet fuel imports are set to hit a two-year high in March after Nigeria's Dangote refinery pushed barrels to North America, which should lower prices of the

US jet fuel imports surge as Nigeria's Dangote refinery pushes barrels west
Africa|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Gold Road rejects Gold Fields' 'highly opportunistic' $2.1 billion takeover bid

Australia's Gold Road Resources said on Monday it had rejected Gold Fields' $2.1 billion buyout bid because it believed the offer materially

Gold Road rejects Gold Fields' 'highly opportunistic' $2.1 billion takeover bid
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say

Egypt made a new proposal last week aimed at restoring the Gaza ceasefire deal, security sources told Reuters on Monday.

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say
Africa|Political|World

East Congo ceasefire in trouble as rebels stay in strategic town

A de facto ceasefire between Congolese forces and Rwandan-backed rebels in the eastern Congo town of Walikale appeared to have broken down on Monday, with the rebels going back on a pledge

East Congo ceasefire in trouble as rebels stay in strategic town
Africa|Political|Sports

Newly elected IOC President Kirsty Coventry celebrated on return home to Zimbabwe

Newly elected International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry has arrived in her home country of Zimbabwe to a hero’s welcome as her victory is celebrated as a national milestone

Newly elected IOC President Kirsty Coventry celebrated on return home to Zimbabwe
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Expelled South African ambassador returns home and says will wear US sanction as 'badge of dignity'

The South African ambassador who was expelled from the United States and declared persona non grata by the Trump administration has been welcomed home at an airport by hundreds of supporters who sang songs praising him

Expelled South African ambassador returns home and says will wear US sanction as 'badge of dignity'
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Germany temporarily shuts embassy in South Sudan amid fears of civil war

Germany has temporarily closed its embassy in South Sudan's capital Juba because of rising tensions that have brought the East African country to the verge of civil war, the German

Germany temporarily shuts embassy in South Sudan amid fears of civil war
Africa|Political|World

Sudan's army says it seized key buildings in Khartoum after retaking the Republican Palace

Sudan’s military has consolidated its grip on Khartoum, retaking more key government buildings a day after it gained control of the capital's Republican Palace from a notorious paramilitary group

Sudan's army says it seized key buildings in Khartoum after retaking the Republican Palace
Africa|Political|World

Congo M23 rebels say they will withdraw from seized town to support peace push

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels staging an offensive in east Congo said on Saturday they would withdraw forces from the seized town of Walikale in support of peace efforts, having

Congo M23 rebels say they will withdraw from seized town to support peace push
Africa|Election|Political

Gabon approves coup leader and ex-PM among candidates for presidential vote

Gabon's Constitutional Court has approved a list of eight candidates to run in the Central African nation's presidential election next month, including interim President Brice

Gabon approves coup leader and ex-PM among candidates for presidential vote
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan army says it has control of presidential palace in Khartoum

The Sudanese army seized full control of the presidential palace in downtown Khartoum on Friday, it said in a statement, in

Sudan army says it has control of presidential palace in Khartoum
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Separatist Kanu faces new trial in Nigeria under fourth judge

Separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu pleaded not guilty to seven counts of terrorism and treason charges in a new trial in Nigeria on Friday, with a fourth judge now

Separatist Kanu faces new trial in Nigeria under fourth judge
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|World

Migrant deaths hit record in 2024, with 10% violently killed, UN agency says

Last year was the deadliest on record for migrants, with nearly 9,000 people dying on perilous routes and one in 10 of those killed violently in incidents such as shootings, the U.N.

Migrant deaths hit record in 2024, with 10% violently killed, UN agency says
Africa|Health|Political|US|World

One million malnourished children in Nigeria and Ethiopia risk losing aid, UNICEF says

The United Nations children's agency said on Friday it will run out of its supply of lifesaving food to treat children suffering from acute forms of

One million malnourished children in Nigeria and Ethiopia risk losing aid, UNICEF says
Africa|Economy|Election|Political

Namibia's new president vows to diversify economy, tackle joblessness

Namibia's newly elected President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pledged on Friday to boost investments in the agricultural sector and diversify the resource-focused

Namibia's new president vows to diversify economy, tackle joblessness
Africa|Political|Sports

Newly elected IOC President Kirsty Coventry makes history

The International Olympic Committee has elected its first female and its first African President, the former Zimbabwean swimming champion Kirtsy Coventry. CNN Sport's Analyst Christine Brennan joins World Sport's Don Riddell to discuss.

Newly elected IOC President Kirsty Coventry makes history
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's military says it has retaken Khartoum's Republican Palace, seat of country's government

Sudan’s military says it retook the Republican Palace in Khartoum, the last heavily guarded bastion in the capital of rival paramilitary forces, after nearly two years of fighting

Sudan's military says it has retaken Khartoum's Republican Palace, seat of country's government
Africa|Crime|Sports|World

2 men arrested in Zimbabwe for armed robbery and stealing new IOC President Coventry's memorabilia

Two brothers have been arrested and appeared in a Zimbabwe court accused of an armed robbery at the home of new International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry’s parents

2 men arrested in Zimbabwe for armed robbery and stealing new IOC President Coventry's memorabilia
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Major moments in Sudan's history of coups, wars and instability

Sudan, which has been in the grip of a two-year-old war between the army and a paramilitary group, has a history of civil wars, military takeovers and rebellions.

Major moments in Sudan's history of coups, wars and instability
Africa|Political|World

Sudan army reclaims presidential palace in major push to take back capital from rebels

Sudan army reclaims presidential palace in major push to take back capital from rebels

Sudan army reclaims presidential palace in major push to take back capital from rebels
Africa|Environment|Science|World

World's glaciers are losing record ice as global temperatures climb, U.N. says

Glaciers around the globe are disappearing faster than ever, with the last three-year period seeing the largest glacial mass loss on record, according to a UNESCO

World's glaciers are losing record ice as global temperatures climb, U.N. says
Africa|Political|US|World

67,000 white South Africans express interest in Trump's plan to give them refugee status

The U.S. Embassy in South Africa says it has received a list of more than 67,000 people interested in refugee status in the U.S. under President Donald Trump’s plan to relocate members of a white minority group he claims are victims of racial discrimination by their Black-led government

67,000 white South Africans express interest in Trump's plan to give them refugee status
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Olympics-Putin congratulates Kirsty Coventry on IOC election

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry on her election as International Olympic Committee president on Thursday, saying her "unique experience" would

Olympics-Putin congratulates Kirsty Coventry on IOC election
Africa|Political|World

Rwanda-backed rebels push into a mineral-rich town in Congo despite ceasefire calls

Rwanda-backed rebels battling Congo’s army have pushed into a strategic, mineral-rich town in the east, ignoring calls for a ceasefire this week by the Congolese and Rwandan presidents as the M23 rebel group expands its footprint in the conflict-torn African country

Rwanda-backed rebels push into a mineral-rich town in Congo despite ceasefire calls
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Rwanda gets backing from world cycling chief despite blowback over Congo war

The head of world cycling said the Road World Championships would go ahead in Rwanda in September, dismissing criticism from human rights groups who accuse Kigali of

Rwanda gets backing from world cycling chief despite blowback over Congo war
Africa|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Olympics-Coventry smashes glass ceiling to become first woman and first African to lead IOC

Kirsty Coventry smashed through the International Olympic Committee’s glass ceiling on Thursday to become the

Olympics-Coventry smashes glass ceiling to become first woman and first African to lead IOC
Africa|Political|Sports

Who is Kirsty Coventry, the next president of the International Olympic Committee?

The next president of the International Olympic Committee is a former Zimbabwe swimmer who is Africa’s most decorated Olympian and a minister in a government often accused of oppressing political opposition

Who is Kirsty Coventry, the next president of the International Olympic Committee?
Africa|Business|Election|Political

Ex-banker Thiam drops French nationality in bid for Ivory Coast presidency

Former Credit Suisse chief executive Tidjane Thiam has been relieved of his French citizenship, according to the French government gazette, potentially clearing the

Ex-banker Thiam drops French nationality in bid for Ivory Coast presidency
Africa|Political|World

Congo rebels dismiss ceasefire calls, capture strategic town

The leader of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo said on Thursday that a call by Kinshasa and Kigali for an immediate

Congo rebels dismiss ceasefire calls, capture strategic town
Africa|Political|World

Congo rebel leader brushes off ceasefire call, vowing to fight on

The leader of a rebel alliance that has seized swathes of east Congo told Reuters on Thursday that insurgents were not bound by a ceasefire call from Congo and

Congo rebel leader brushes off ceasefire call, vowing to fight on
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Congo conflict shutters Heineken brewery, cripples economy

At his bar in Bukavu - a city in eastern Congo overrun by Rwandan-backed rebels last month - Adolphe Amani dipped into his dwindling

Congo conflict shutters Heineken brewery, cripples economy
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South African central bank governor's comments on rate decision

Below are some quotes from South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago at a news conference to announce the central bank's latest interest rate decision.

South African central bank governor's comments on rate decision
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South Africa pauses rate cuts as trade and budget risks overshadow low inflation

South Africa's central bank paused its rate-cutting cycle on Thursday as risks stemming from U.S.

South Africa pauses rate cuts as trade and budget risks overshadow low inflation
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan army close to taking control of Presidential Palace from RSF, state TV says

Sudan's army is close to taking control of the Presidential Palace in Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, state TV reported on Thursday, in a significant milestone in a two

Sudan army close to taking control of Presidential Palace from RSF, state TV says
Africa|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Sports

Ex-F1 team owner and media personality Eddie Jordan has died at 76

Ex-Formula 1 team owner and media personality Eddie Jordan has died

Ex-F1 team owner and media personality Eddie Jordan has died at 76
Africa|Political|World

Ethiopia's Abiy rules out war with Eritrea over Red Sea access

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Thursday that his government would not seek conflict with longtime foe Eritrea over access to the Red Sea, after regional officials

Ethiopia's Abiy rules out war with Eritrea over Red Sea access
Africa|Political|World

S.Sudan president sacks Upper Nile governor after clashes with ethnic militia

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has sacked the governor of northeastern Upper Nile state where clashes have escalated between government troops and an ethnic militia he accuses

S.Sudan president sacks Upper Nile governor after clashes with ethnic militia
Africa|Europe|Sports

Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner who gave Michael Schumacher his debut, dies aged 76

Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner who gave Michael Schumacher his debut, dies aged 76

Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner who gave Michael Schumacher his debut, dies aged 76
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Water cooperation is essential when countries share lakes and rivers – yet it’s been deteriorating in many places, with serious consequences

Nationalistic behavior can put people, economies and ecosystems, and even peace, at risk. The US, which paused Columbia River talks with Canada, isn’t the only country shifting in this direction.

Water cooperation is essential when countries share lakes and rivers – yet it’s been deteriorating in many places, with serious consequences
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

US strikes Houthi strongholds in Yemen where leaders are hiding, Yemeni sources say

The U.S. hit targets across Yemen in airstrikes overnight, including Saada province, which Yemeni sources say is a long-time hideout for Iran-aligned Houthi

US strikes Houthi strongholds in Yemen where leaders are hiding, Yemeni sources say
Africa|Political|World

M23 rebels enter another eastern Congo town, defying calls for ceasefire

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels pressed deeper into Congolese territory a day after Congo and Rwanda's presidents called for an immediate ceasefire, entering the outskirts of the town of Walikale

M23 rebels enter another eastern Congo town, defying calls for ceasefire
Africa|Health|Political|World

Medics struggle to revive Sudan's hungry with trickle of aid supplies

In a nutrition ward at a hospital in Sudan's war-stricken capital, gaunt mothers lie next to even thinner toddlers with wide, sunken eyes.

Medics struggle to revive Sudan's hungry with trickle of aid supplies
Africa|Health|MidEast|World

Urgent concern about malnutrition in Yemen after funding cuts, says MSF

Malnutrition is growing in Yemen with needs outpacing current treatment capacity, medical charity MSF said on Wednesday, in a statement appealing for greater

Urgent concern about malnutrition in Yemen after funding cuts, says MSF
Africa|Political|World

Rebels' battlefield advantage in east Congo complicates push for talks

For years, Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo demanded direct negotiations with Congolese authorities.

Rebels' battlefield advantage in east Congo complicates push for talks
Africa|Business|Economy

Rwanda's economy grew 8.9% in 2024, stats office says

Rwanda's economy grew 8.9% in 2024 compared with 8.2% the previous year, the country's statistics office said on Wednesday, driven by good harvests, and a robust performance in the

Rwanda's economy grew 8.9% in 2024, stats office says
Africa|Americas|Political|Sports

Algerian boxer Khelif says she's not intimidated by Trump and targets second Olympic gold in LA

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif says that President Donald Trump’s stance on gender in sports “does not intimidate” her and plans to defend her gold medal at the Los Angeles Olympics

Algerian boxer Khelif says she's not intimidated by Trump and targets second Olympic gold in LA
Africa|Arts|Europe

A long-lost Klimt painting of an African prince goes on show

A long-lost Klimt painting of an African prince goes on show

A long-lost Klimt painting of an African prince goes on show
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif targets LA Olympics in 2028 after brushing off Donald Trump criticism

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif targets LA Olympics in 2028 after brushing off Donald Trump criticism

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif targets LA Olympics in 2028 after brushing off Donald Trump criticism
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

One killed in strike on UN site in Gaza, Israeli army denies attack

A foreign national was killed and four others were wounded in an Israeli airstrike on the site of a United Nations headquarters in central Gaza City on Wednesday, Gaza's health

One killed in strike on UN site in Gaza, Israeli army denies attack
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

South Africa inflation steady, central bank seen holding rates

South Africa's inflation rate was steady at 3.2% year on year in February,, the statistics agency said on Wednesday, a day before the

South Africa inflation steady, central bank seen holding rates
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Presidents of Congo and Rwanda meet in Qatar to discuss the insurgency in eastern Congo

The presidents of Congo and Rwanda have met in Qatar for their first direct talks since Rwandan-backed M23 rebels seized two major cities in mineral-rich eastern Congo earlier this year

Presidents of Congo and Rwanda meet in Qatar to discuss the insurgency in eastern Congo
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|World

A Nigerian city devastated by flooding has quickly recovered. Locals credit community spirit

Last September, torrential rains swept across West and Central Africa, causing devastating floods

A Nigerian city devastated by flooding has quickly recovered. Locals credit community spirit
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Congo and Rwanda presidents call for east Congo ceasefire during Qatar sit-down

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame called for a ceasefire in eastern Congo on Tuesday during

Congo and Rwanda presidents call for east Congo ceasefire during Qatar sit-down
Africa|Political|World

Nigeria declares state of emergency in Rivers State over pipeline vandalism

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency on Tuesday in oil-producing Rivers State and suspended the state governor, his deputy and all lawmakers.

Nigeria declares state of emergency in Rivers State over pipeline vandalism
Africa|Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Houthis vow to expand their targets in Israel until Gaza war ends

Yemen's Houthis said on Tuesday they would expand their range of targets in Israel in the next hours and days unless the "aggression" on Gaza stops.

Yemen's Houthis vow to expand their targets in Israel until Gaza war ends
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Somali militants target presidential convoy in bomb attack, president safe

Al Shabaab militants targeted Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in a bomb attack on his motorcade as it was traveling through the capital Mogadishu on Tuesday, the

Somali militants target presidential convoy in bomb attack, president safe
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan party partially withdraws from peace process

A major party in South Sudan's coalition government said on Tuesday it had suspended its role in a key element of a 2018 peace deal as relations between its leader Riek Machar and

South Sudan party partially withdraws from peace process
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Kenya hosts Dutch royals as allegations of rights abuses mount in the East African nation

Kenya is hosting the Netherlands king and queen for a state visit against the backdrop of allegations of human rights abuses in the East African country

Kenya hosts Dutch royals as allegations of rights abuses mount in the East African nation
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Moody's expects South Africa's coalition government to reach budget compromise

Ratings agency Moody's expects South Africa's coalition government to reach a compromise that allows the country's deadlocked budget to pass with its focus on fiscal

Moody's expects South Africa's coalition government to reach budget compromise
Africa|Crime|Science|World

Fear at isolated Antarctica base as a man is accused of attacking a colleague and making threats

South African officials say a member of a research team at an isolated Antarctica base has been put under psychological evaluation after he allegedly assaulted and sexually harassed colleagues

Fear at isolated Antarctica base as a man is accused of attacking a colleague and making threats
Africa|Business|Political|World

M23 rebels withdraw from Congo peace talks, citing international sanctions

The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured key areas of Congo’s mineral-rich east say they have withdrawn from planned peace talks with the country’s government in Angola

M23 rebels withdraw from Congo peace talks, citing international sanctions
Africa|Political|US|World

Trump administration says South African ambassador has to leave the US by Friday

The State Department says South Africa’s ambassador to the United States has until Friday to leave the country

Trump administration says South African ambassador has to leave the US by Friday
Africa|Political|World

Congo M23 rebels will no longer join peace talks in Angola on Tuesday, rebel alliance says

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels said on Monday that they had withdrawn from planned peace talks aimed at resolving a spiralling conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo after the EU imposed

Congo M23 rebels will no longer join peace talks in Angola on Tuesday, rebel alliance says
Africa|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Monday that the monthly losses of the Suez Canal revenues reached around $800 million due to the regional "situation", as Yemen's

Egypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says
Africa|Political|US|World

US says South African ambassador's remarks were 'unacceptable'

Remarks by South Africa's ambassador to the United States about President Donald Trump were "unacceptable," a State Department spokesperson told reporters on

US says South African ambassador's remarks were 'unacceptable'
Africa|Political|World

M23 rebels pull out of peace talks with Congo after EU sanctions

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels on Monday pulled out of peace talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo's government less than 24 hours before the warring parties in eastern Congo's worst

M23 rebels pull out of peace talks with Congo after EU sanctions
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

Nigeria inflation eases for second month after data overhaul

Nigeria's annual headline inflation eased to 23.18% in February, the country's statistics agency said on Monday, a month after it rebased its Consumer Price

Nigeria inflation eases for second month after data overhaul
Africa|Crime|World

Bodies pulled out of well point to killings in areas recaptured from Sudan fighters

In a part of Sudan recaptured by the army just weeks ago after nearly two years under the control of paramilitary fighters, Red Crescent volunteers in hazmat suits and

Bodies pulled out of well point to killings in areas recaptured from Sudan fighters
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

What's next for South Africa's budget and planned VAT hike?

South Africa's lawmakers will scrutinise the 2025 budget in the coming weeks, with amendments not ruled out as political parties weigh up a contentious plan to

What's next for South Africa's budget and planned VAT hike?
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Rwanda and Belgium expel each other's diplomats over Congo conflict

Belgium and Rwanda announced the expulsion of each other's diplomats, as relations deteriorated over allegations about their respective roles in the conflict in eastern Democratic

Rwanda and Belgium expel each other's diplomats over Congo conflict
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

South African inflation forecast falls further in key survey

The average inflation forecast for 2025 in a closely watched survey commissioned by the central bank fell further in the first quarter of this year, dropping below the level

South African inflation forecast falls further in key survey
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

Kenya seeks new IMF deal after abandoning latest review

Kenya and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will discuss a new lending programme and abandon the current one, as the country struggles to

Kenya seeks new IMF deal after abandoning latest review
Africa|Political|US|World

Global displacement to rise by 6.7 million people by end of next year, aid group says

Some 6.7 million additional

Global displacement to rise by 6.7 million people by end of next year, aid group says
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Congo president meets US lawmaker amid talk of mineral deal

Democratic Republic of Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has met U.S. lawmaker Ronny Jackson to discuss fighting in the east of the country and opportunities for U.S. investment,

Congo president meets US lawmaker amid talk of mineral deal
Africa|Political|World

Congo says it will join peace talks with Rwanda-backed rebels on Tuesday

Democratic Republic of Congo will send a delegation to Angola on Tuesday for talks aiming to resolve a spiralling conflict against Rwandan-backed rebels in the east, the presidency said on

Congo says it will join peace talks with Rwanda-backed rebels on Tuesday
Africa|Political|US|World

US expels South Africa's ambassador, calling him 'race-baiting' Trump hater

The U.S. has is expelling South Africa's ambassador, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, calling the envoy a "race-

US expels South Africa's ambassador, calling him 'race-baiting' Trump hater
Africa|Economy|Political|US|World

Rubio says South African ambassador ‘no longer welcome’ in US

Rubio says South African ambassador ‘no longer welcome’ in US

Rubio says South African ambassador ‘no longer welcome’ in US
Africa|Political|US|World

Why Trump is singling out South Africa and accusing it of being anti-white and anti-American

The Trump administration’s decision to expel the South African ambassador is its latest move against a country it has singled out for sanctions and accused of being anti-white and anti-American

Why Trump is singling out South Africa and accusing it of being anti-white and anti-American
Africa|Political|US|World

Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to the US 'is no longer welcome' in the country

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to the United States “is no longer welcome” in the United States

Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to the US 'is no longer welcome' in the country
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment

A river ‘died' overnight in Zambia after an acidic waste spill at a Chinese-owned mine

Authorities and environmentalists in Zambia fear the long-term impact of an acid spill at a Chinese-owned mine that poisoned a major river and could potentially affect millions of people after signs of pollution were detected at least 100 kilometers downstream

A river ‘died' overnight in Zambia after an acidic waste spill at a Chinese-owned mine
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Somalia and Somaliland say no talks on resettling Palestinians from Gaza

Somalia and its breakaway region of Somaliland have not received any proposal from the United States or Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza, their foreign ministers said on Friday,

Somalia and Somaliland say no talks on resettling Palestinians from Gaza
Africa|Political|World

Embattled Congo president considers sitting down with M23 rebels

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has long ruled out dialogue with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels rampaging through eastern

Embattled Congo president considers sitting down with M23 rebels
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

South African Reserve Bank to pause rate-cutting cycle, resume in May- Reuters poll

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) will likely keep interest rates steady at its March 20 meeting as global trade risks and battles over the national budget

South African Reserve Bank to pause rate-cutting cycle, resume in May- Reuters poll
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

US and Israel look to Africa for moving Palestinians uprooted from Gaza

The U.S. and Israel have reached out to officials of three East African governments to discuss using their territories as potential destinations to move Palestinians from the Gaza Strip

US and Israel look to Africa for moving Palestinians uprooted from Gaza
Africa|Europe|Political|World

EU to sanction nine people over Congo violence, diplomats say

The European Union is expected to sanction nine individuals in connection with violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, two EU diplomats said on Friday.

EU to sanction nine people over Congo violence, diplomats say
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

Fitch thinks S.Africa will struggle to stabilise debt as projected in budget

Fitch ratings agency said on Friday that it thought South Africa's government would struggle to stabilise debt as projected in this week's revised budget.

Fitch thinks S.Africa will struggle to stabilise debt as projected in budget
Africa|MidEast|Sports|World

He can pull a train by the strength of his teeth. An Egyptian wrestler sets 3 world records

Pulling a train by the strength of your teeth is no easy task

He can pull a train by the strength of his teeth. An Egyptian wrestler sets 3 world records
Africa|Political|World

Why are Ethiopia and Eritrea on the brink of a possible war?

Longtime foes Ethiopia and Eritrea could be headed towards war, officials in northern Ethiopia and regional experts have warned. 

Why are Ethiopia and Eritrea on the brink of a possible war?
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel|World

The world’s greatest places of 2025, according to TIME

The world’s greatest places of 2025, according to TIME

The world’s greatest places of 2025, according to TIME
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US approves $5 billion loan to TotalEnergies for Mozambique gas project

The board of the U.S.

US approves $5 billion loan to TotalEnergies for Mozambique gas project
Africa|Health|Political|World

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials

The conflict in Sudan has created the "largest and the most devastating humanitarian crisis in the world" as the warring parties lay siege to towns and

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials
Africa|Health|Political|World

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids

The head of the U.N. children's agency says the war in Sudan has created the world’s largest and most devastating humanitarian crisis, with over 30 million people needing aid this year – 16 million of them children

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids
Africa|Health|World

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case

Namibia has confirmed the first case of cholera in ten years, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday, adding that laboratory confirmation of the

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe

Anglo American begins consultation to cut jobs amid business overhaul

Anglo American has begun a consultation process in the United Kingdom and South Africa to cut jobs, amid a broader restructuring aimed at refocusing its operations on copper and iron ore

Anglo American begins consultation to cut jobs amid business overhaul
Africa|Americas|Asia|MidEast|Political|World

They crossed the world to reach the US. Now deported under Trump, they're stuck in Panama

Over the past week, Panama's government has released dozens of migrants from around the world who were deported from the U.S. The migrants fled conflict, religious persecution, poverty and government crackdowns in countries such as Afghanistan, Somalia, Cameroon, China, Pakistan and Iran

They crossed the world to reach the US. Now deported under Trump, they're stuck in Panama
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU announces a $5 billion investment in South Africa as the tariffs war with Trump escalates

European Union leaders have announced a 4.7 billion euro, or about $5.1 billion, investment package in South Africa to support green energy transition and vaccine production

EU announces a $5 billion investment in South Africa as the tariffs war with Trump escalates
Africa|Political|World

Congo weighs attending talks with M23 in Angola as rebels make demands

Democratic Republic of Congo is considering sending representatives to peace talks with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group that Angola plans to host next week, two government

Congo weighs attending talks with M23 in Angola as rebels make demands
Africa|Political|World

Ethiopia and Eritrea on path to war, Tigray officials warn

Longtime foes Ethiopia and Eritrea could be headed towards war, officials in a restive Ethiopian region at the centre of the tensions have

Ethiopia and Eritrea on path to war, Tigray officials warn
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pledges 4.7 billion euros to South Africa as Trump brings them closer

European Union leaders announced a 4.7 billion euro ($5.10 billion) investment package during a visit to South Africa on Thursday, at a time when both are on

EU pledges 4.7 billion euros to South Africa as Trump brings them closer
Africa|Health|Political|World

US aid cuts are hurting Africa's ability to respond to disease outbreaks, health chief says

Aid cuts by the United States are hurting Africa’s capacity to respond to disease outbreaks, the head of the continent's public health agency said ahead of a meeting with regional health ministers to discuss other financing options

US aid cuts are hurting Africa's ability to respond to disease outbreaks, health chief says
Africa|Political|World

Southern African bloc to withdraw troops from Congo in phases

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) said on Thursday that a summit of regional heads of state had terminated the mandate of its troop deployment in the Democratic

Southern African bloc to withdraw troops from Congo in phases
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Arab states to keep talking with Trump envoy on Egypt's Gaza plan

Arab foreign ministers said on Wednesday they would continue consultations with U.S.

Arab states to keep talking with Trump envoy on Egypt's Gaza plan
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Standard Bank forecasts double digit profit growth in medium-term

Standard Bank, Africa's biggest lender by assets, on Thursday forecast headline earnings per share (HEPS) growth of 8-12% over the medium term after its

Standard Bank forecasts double digit profit growth in medium-term
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

South Africa's budget may be tweaked further, finance minister says

South Africa's budget may be tweaked further as more talks between political parties will try to overcome differences over a contentious plan to raise value-added

South Africa's budget may be tweaked further, finance minister says
Africa|Political|World

Ethiopia's Tigray regional government appeals for help after factional fighters seize key towns

The interim government of Ethiopia’s Tigray region has appealed for the Ethiopian federal government to intervene after a faction of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front seized control of two major towns, leaving several people wounded and raising fears of a return to civil war

Ethiopia's Tigray regional government appeals for help after factional fighters seize key towns
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Egypt appreciates Trump's decision not to displace Gazans

Egypt said on Thursday it appreciated U.S.

Egypt appreciates Trump's decision not to displace Gazans
Africa|Economy|Health|Political

South Africa plans to spend more on health and defense after the US cuts aid

Lawmakers in South Africa have laid out plans to shore up the budgets for health and defense but also put up value added tax by 0.5%, a move that will raise the cost of living

South Africa plans to spend more on health and defense after the US cuts aid
Africa|Political|World

Congo and M23 rebel group will hold peace talks on Tuesday, mediator Angola says

Angola says the government of Congo and the M23 rebel group will participate in peace talks next week

Congo and M23 rebel group will hold peace talks on Tuesday, mediator Angola says
Africa|Business|Crime|World

Accidents at giant Simandou iron ore project kill more than a dozen workers, prompting inquiry

A routine night shift ended in tragedy for Alseny Camara.

Accidents at giant Simandou iron ore project kill more than a dozen workers, prompting inquiry
Africa|Political|World

Congo, M23 rebels to begin direct peace talks on March 18, Angola says

Direct peace talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels will begin in the Angolan capital on March 18, Angola's presidency said in a statement on Wednesday.

Congo, M23 rebels to begin direct peace talks on March 18, Angola says
Africa|Political|World

East African bloc urges South Sudan to free arrested officials

A bloc of East African nations on Wednesday called for South Sudan's government to release detained officials and lift security restrictions as part of efforts to prevent recent

East African bloc urges South Sudan to free arrested officials
Africa|Political|World

Ethiopia's Tigray region urges federal intervention after town seized

Officials administering Ethiopia's Tigray region asked for federal help on Wednesday as a faction of the main regional party seized control of a town, stoking fears of a return

Ethiopia's Tigray region urges federal intervention after town seized
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

South Africa's budget remains stuck as parties reject reduced VAT hike

A revised budget presented on Wednesday by South Africa's finance minister was immediately rejected by major political parties,

South Africa's budget remains stuck as parties reject reduced VAT hike
Africa|Business|Economy|Technology

African payments system PAPSS plans to launch FX market platform this year

A pan-African payments infrastructure provider designed to facilitate trade on the continent is piloting an African currency market platform

African payments system PAPSS plans to launch FX market platform this year
Africa|Technology|World

Kenya-based content moderators mourn Nigerian colleague who 'was desperate to go home'

Technology workers in Kenya have held a vigil for a colleague who died in unclear circumstances after she was unable to travel to her home in Nigeria for two years

Kenya-based content moderators mourn Nigerian colleague who 'was desperate to go home'
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Houthi rebels say 'any Israeli vessel' in nearby Mideast waterways again a target

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have warned shippers that “any Israeli vessel” traveling through nearby Mideast waters is now a target as Israel continues to block aid to the Gaza Strip

Yemen's Houthi rebels say 'any Israeli vessel' in nearby Mideast waterways again a target
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|US

Judges finds a huge reduction in staff and funding would be legal at African development agency

A federal judge on Tuesday found that removing most grants and most staff from a U.S. federal agency that invests in African small businesses would be legal

Judges finds a huge reduction in staff and funding would be legal at African development agency
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Egypt after fourth review

The International Monetary Fund approved the disbursement of $1.2 billion to Egypt following completion of the fourth review of the country's $8 billion economic reform programme,

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Egypt after fourth review
Africa|Asia|Environment|Health|World

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows

Only seven countries met World Health Organization (WHO) air quality standards last year, data showed on Tuesday, as researchers warned that the war on smog would

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Africa|Political|World

Angola will attempt to broker direct talks between Congo and M23, presidency says

Angola said on Tuesday it would attempt to broker direct talks between Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in the coming days.

Angola will attempt to broker direct talks between Congo and M23, presidency says
Africa|Political|World

Uganda says it has deployed troops in South Sudan capital

Uganda has deployed special forces in South Sudan's capital Juba to "secure it", Uganda's military chief said on Tuesday, but South Sudan's information minister denied the presence

Uganda says it has deployed troops in South Sudan capital
Africa|Health|Political|World

Countries, global health groups band together as US aid gaps threaten lives

Governments and global health groups are working to try to fill the most urgent gaps in the fight against diseases such as malaria and HIV,

Countries, global health groups band together as US aid gaps threaten lives
Africa|Crime|World

16 are dead and dozens are hurt after a bus flips on a highway in South Africa

A bus lost control and flipped on a highway early Tuesday near Johannesburg’s international airport, killing 16 as some were thrown from the vehicle

16 are dead and dozens are hurt after a bus flips on a highway in South Africa
Africa|Health|Political|World

Kenya HIV patients live in fear as US aid freeze strands drugs in warehouse

The health clinic where Alice Okwirry collects her HIV medication in Kenya's capital Nairobi has been rationing supplies of

Kenya HIV patients live in fear as US aid freeze strands drugs in warehouse
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South African lender Absa forecasts mid-single digit revenue growth

South African lender Absa forecast mid-single digit revenue growth for 2025 and fewer bad loans following a 10% jump in its annual profit, driven by improved

South African lender Absa forecasts mid-single digit revenue growth
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

US cuts force UN rights office to shut some work, including for Iraq torture victims

The U.N. human rights office said on Tuesday it has received termination notices from the U.S. government for five of its projects, forcing it to shut some programmes

US cuts force UN rights office to shut some work, including for Iraq torture victims
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Nigeria to appoint ambassadors, 18 months after worldwide recall, sources say

Nigeria's government has started vetting potential candidates to lead its more than 100 diplomatic missions, with appointments expected "very soon", 18 months after

Nigeria to appoint ambassadors, 18 months after worldwide recall, sources say
Africa|Political|World

Uganda deploys special forces to South Sudan to protect the government as fears of civil war grow

Uganda has deployed an unknown number of troops to South Sudan in a bid to protect the fragile government of President Salva Kiir as a tense rivalry with his deputy threatens a return to civil war in the east African nation

Uganda deploys special forces to South Sudan to protect the government as fears of civil war grow
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

JPMorgan downgrades South African equities on economic slowdown concerns

J.P.Morgan on Tuesday downgraded South African equities to "neutral" from "overweight," citing concerns over an economic slowdown and the effectiveness of the country's policy reforms.

JPMorgan downgrades South African equities on economic slowdown concerns
Africa|Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

Cuts to US foreign aid are hurting efforts to tackle human trafficking at scam compounds. Americans may pay the price

Cuts to US foreign aid are hurting efforts to tackle human trafficking at scam compounds. Americans may pay the price

Cuts to US foreign aid are hurting efforts to tackle human trafficking at scam compounds. Americans may pay the price
Africa|Political|World

Congo ex-president Kabila's allies questioned by military prosecutor

Officials from the party of Democratic Republic of Congo's former President Joseph Kabila appeared before a military prosecutor on Monday in a sign of political tensions over advances by

Congo ex-president Kabila's allies questioned by military prosecutor
Africa|Asia|Political|World

India's Modi to back Mauritius sovereignty over Chagos, upgrade security ties

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Mauritius on Tuesday for talks on upgrading strategic ties, days after U.S.

India's Modi to back Mauritius sovereignty over Chagos, upgrade security ties
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Political

Nigeria's anti-graft agency recovers nearly $500 million in one year

Nigeria's economic crimes commission said it recovered nearly $500 million in proceeds of crime last year and secured more than 4,000 criminal convictions, its highest since the

Nigeria's anti-graft agency recovers nearly $500 million in one year
Africa|Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

BRICS' climate leadership aims hang on healing deep divides

Ambitions by the BRICS group to take on a greater climate leadership role, building on success last month at United Nations nature talks, depend on the countries

BRICS' climate leadership aims hang on healing deep divides
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

US open to minerals partnerships with Democratic Republic of Congo

The United States is open to exploring critical minerals partnerships with Congo, the State Department said in a statement to Reuters on Sunday, after a Congolese senator contacted U.S.

US open to minerals partnerships with Democratic Republic of Congo
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Islamic State-linked rebels in fresh attack in eastern Congo kill 9 villagers

Islamic State-linked rebels have killed at least nine villagers in an attack in Congo’s conflict-battered east

Islamic State-linked rebels in fresh attack in eastern Congo kill 9 villagers
Africa|Political|World

US orders nonemergency government staff to leave South Sudan as tension grows over fighting

The U.S. State Department has ordered nonemergency government personnel to leave South Sudan’s capital as tension escalates because of fighting in the north

US orders nonemergency government staff to leave South Sudan as tension grows over fighting
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel, Hamas signal readiness for next ceasefire talks as mediators push for progress

Israel and Hamas signaled on Saturday they were preparing for the next phase of ceasefire negotiations, as mediators pushed ahead with talks to extend

Israel, Hamas signal readiness for next ceasefire talks as mediators push for progress
Africa|Europe|Political|World

International Women's Day protests demand equal rights and an end to discrimination, sexual violence

Women have taken to the streets of cities across Europe, Africa, South America and elsewhere to mark International Women’s Day with demands for ending inequality and gender-based violence

International Women's Day protests demand equal rights and an end to discrimination, sexual violence
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace - U.N. rights body

Increased violence and political friction in South Sudan threaten its fragile peace process, a United Nations rights body said on Saturday, days after the arrests of several

South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace - U.N. rights body
Africa|Business|Political|Technology

South Africa rejects Musk claim Starlink can't operate there because he's not Black

South Africa on Friday rejected a claim by multibillionaire Elon Musk that his Starlink satellite company could not operate in the

South Africa rejects Musk claim Starlink can't operate there because he's not Black
Africa|Election|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau to hold presidential and legislative vote on November 23

Guinea-Bissau on Friday set November 23 for its presidential and legislative elections, according to a presidential decree.

Guinea-Bissau to hold presidential and legislative vote on November 23
Africa|Political|US|World

South Africa rejects 'megaphone diplomacy' as Trump backs funding cut

WASHINGTON/JOHANNESBURG Reuters) -U.S.

South Africa rejects 'megaphone diplomacy' as Trump backs funding cut
Africa|Education|Lifestyle|US|World

Soldier returns from deployment and surprises children at school

Soldier returns from deployment and surprises children at school

Soldier returns from deployment and surprises children at school
Africa|Health|Political|World

Nearly 100 people died of cholera in less than a month in Sudan's White Nile State

Nearly 100 people have died of cholera in two weeks since the waterborne disease outbreak began in Sudan’s White Nile State

Nearly 100 people died of cholera in less than a month in Sudan's White Nile State
Africa|Political|World

South Africa's defence minister: Congo troop deployment to be relooked at

South Africa's defence minister said there was a need to "relook at" a Southern African mission in Democratic Republic of Congo, where troops from several countries including

South Africa's defence minister: Congo troop deployment to be relooked at
Africa|Crime|Political|World

General among dozens killed in attack on UN helicopter evacuation in South Sudan

A South Sudanese general and dozens of soldiers were killed on Friday when a United Nations helicopter trying to evacuate them from the northern town of Nasir came under attack, the

General among dozens killed in attack on UN helicopter evacuation in South Sudan
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Mob attacks surge in rebel-held east Congo city Bukavu

At least 11 people were killed in attacks over the past day in the rebel-held Democratic Republic of Congo city of Bukavu as vigilante violence rises following the army's withdrawal,

Mob attacks surge in rebel-held east Congo city Bukavu
Africa|Europe|Political

Italy government furious as court orders compensation for sea migrant

An Eritrean who was among a group of sea migrants held on an Italian coast guard vessel for 10 days in 2018 is entitled to compensation, Italy's top appeals court

Italy government furious as court orders compensation for sea migrant
Africa|Health|World

Nigeria to receive leprosy drugs after a year-long delay

The World Health Organization says it will send leprosy drugs to Nigeria this weekend after resolving testing hold-ups that led to a year

Nigeria to receive leprosy drugs after a year-long delay
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Nine Egyptians freed after 19 months in Sudanese captivity

By Mohamed Ezz FAYOUM, Egypt - Nine Egyptians freed after being held for 19 months by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces arrived in Egypt to celebrations on Thursday morning as the Sudanese

Nine Egyptians freed after 19 months in Sudanese captivity
Africa|MidEast|World

UN says 186 missing and at least 2 dead after migrant boats capsize off Yemen and Djibouti

The United Nations migration agency says four migrant boats have capsized in waters off Yemen and Djibouti, leaving two people dead and 186 missing

UN says 186 missing and at least 2 dead after migrant boats capsize off Yemen and Djibouti
Africa|World

Congo refugees pour into Burundi, conditions dire, says UN

Conflict in Congo has sent 63,000 refugees fleeing to neighbouring Burundi in its largest such influx in decades, with conditions dire at a crammed stadium camp

Congo refugees pour into Burundi, conditions dire, says UN
Africa|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit South Africa for talks in April

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will hold talks in South Africa with President Cyril Ramaphosa on April 10, Ramaphosa's spokesman said on Friday, as the Ukrainian

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit South Africa for talks in April
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan detains oil minister and military officials in threat to peace deal

South Sudanese forces have arrested the petroleum minister and several senior military officials allied with First Vice President Riek Machar, Machar's spokesperson said on

South Sudan detains oil minister and military officials in threat to peace deal
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South Africa's net foreign reserves rise to $61.733 billion in February

South Africa's net foreign reserves rose to $61.733 billion at the end of February from $61.328 billion in January, central bank data showed on Friday.

South Africa's net foreign reserves rise to $61.733 billion in February
Africa|Health|World

Ebola cases in Uganda rise to 14 as new cluster emerges, posing a challenge to health workers

Africa’s top public health agency says that Uganda’s Ebola caseload increased to 14 in the last week with a new cluster emerging from a 4-year-old child who recently died of the infectious disease

Ebola cases in Uganda rise to 14 as new cluster emerges, posing a challenge to health workers
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|US

Judge stops immediate shutdown of small US agency for African development

A judge has barred the Trump administration from immediately moving to shut down a small federal agency that supports investment in African countries

Judge stops immediate shutdown of small US agency for African development
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Netherlands discusses extradition request for cocaine kingpin Leijdekkers with Sierra Leone

Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel said on Thursday that he spoke over the phone with his Sierra Leone counterpart Alpha Sesay about the Dutch extradition request for European

Netherlands discusses extradition request for cocaine kingpin Leijdekkers with Sierra Leone
Africa|Political|World

Congo ex-president holds talks on political outlook amid rebellion, sources say

Congo's former President Joseph Kabila has initiated talks with opposition politicians about the country's political future as Rwanda-backed rebels seize

Congo ex-president holds talks on political outlook amid rebellion, sources say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan launches case against United Arab Emirates at World Court

Sudan has filed a case against the United Arab Emirates at the World Court for allegedly violating its

Sudan launches case against United Arab Emirates at World Court
Africa|Business|Economy|Technology

Microsoft to invest $300 million more in South Africa's AI infrastructure

Microsoft will invest an additional 5.4 billion rand ($296.81 million) by the end of 2027 to expand its cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure in

Microsoft to invest $300 million more in South Africa's AI infrastructure
Africa|Science|World

Ancient humans made tools from animal bones 1.5 million years ago

A new study says early humans were regularly using animal bones to make cutting tools 1.5 million years ago

Ancient humans made tools from animal bones 1.5 million years ago
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Food|MidEast

Egypt and EU agree 90 million euro deal to boost food security

Egypt and the European Commission have signed a 90 million euro ($93.9 million) soft funding agreement to enhance food security, the Egyptian ministry of international cooperation said on

Egypt and EU agree 90 million euro deal to boost food security
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World must stick to climate goals despite US, UK envoy says

The world must carry on pursuing the greenhouse gas emissions reductions outlined in the Paris Agreement, despite the United States' withdrawal, Britain's climate

World must stick to climate goals despite US, UK envoy says
Africa|Political|World

UN releases emergency aid reserves after 'brutal' cuts from donors

The United Nations has released $110 million from an emergency fund to help neglected crises around the world, including Sudan, after donors like the United States ordered major

UN releases emergency aid reserves after 'brutal' cuts from donors
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South African lender FirstRand expects marginally higher second-half profit

South Africa's FirstRand Ltd on Thursday forecast marginally higher second-half earnings than the 10% growth it reported in the first half, but net interest

South African lender FirstRand expects marginally higher second-half profit
Africa|Political|US|World

Lesotho insulted after Trump says nobody has heard of the country

Lesotho's foreign minister said on Wednesday he was shocked and insulted by U.S.

Lesotho insulted after Trump says nobody has heard of the country
Africa|Science|World

Archaeologists uncovered a cache of 1.5 million-year-old bone tools. They’re trying to determine who made them

Archaeologists uncovered a cache of 1.5 million-year-old bone tools. They’re trying to determine who made them

Archaeologists uncovered a cache of 1.5 million-year-old bone tools. They’re trying to determine who made them
Africa|Health|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump says no one has heard of Lesotho. But Musk is trying to do business in the African nation

U.S. President Donald Trump says no one has ever heard of Lesotho

Trump says no one has heard of Lesotho. But Musk is trying to do business in the African nation
Africa|Election|Political|World

Mozambique police fire on opposition march, leader's location unknown

Mozambican police fired on supporters of opposition leader Venancio Mondlane marching in the capital Maputo on Wednesday, injuring at least 10

Mozambique police fire on opposition march, leader's location unknown
Africa|Business|Economy

Ghana consumer inflation slows for second month in February

Ghana's consumer inflation rate slowed for the second month in a row in February, to an annual 23.1% from 23.5% in January,

Ghana consumer inflation slows for second month in February
Africa|Political|World

Army surrounds South Sudan vice president's home as his allies are arrested

South Sudanese soldiers have surrounded Vice President Riek Machar’s home in the capital and several of his allies were arrested after an armed group allied to him overran an army base

Army surrounds South Sudan vice president's home as his allies are arrested
Africa|Business|Economy

Kenya's private sector growth holds steady in February, outlook dim

Kenya's private sector held steady in February, expanding at a similar pace to the previous month, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Kenya's private sector growth holds steady in February, outlook dim
Africa|Business|Economy

South Africa's business downturn eases in February, PMI shows

Business activity in South Africa continued to weaken in February, but the pace of contraction slowed compared with the start of the year, a survey showed on Wednesday.

South Africa's business downturn eases in February, PMI shows
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Germany stops new aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict

Germany said on Tuesday it had halted new development aid to Rwanda and was reviewing its existing commitments in response to the African nation's role in the conflict in

Germany stops new aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Middle East latest: Arab leaders approve a counterproposal to Trump's postwar Gaza plan

A summit of Arab leaders in Cairo have approved Egypt’s plan to rebuild Gaza without expelling the Palestinians

Middle East latest: Arab leaders approve a counterproposal to Trump's postwar Gaza plan
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Arab states adopt Egyptian alternative to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera'

Arab leaders adopted an Egyptian reconstruction plan for Gaza on Tuesday that would cost $53 billion and avoid

Arab states adopt Egyptian alternative to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera'
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt's Sisi meets Syria's Sharaa in Cairo for first time

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met Syria's new president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, for the first time on the sidelines of the summit held to discuss Gaza's reconstruction in Cairo on

Egypt's Sisi meets Syria's Sharaa in Cairo for first time
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel criticizes Cairo Arab summit outcome, Hamas welcomes it

Israel criticized a plan put forward by Arab states for Gaza's reconstruction on Tuesday, while Palestinian militant group Hamas welcomed it.

Israel criticizes Cairo Arab summit outcome, Hamas welcomes it
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Trial of Tunisian opposition leaders postponed

The trial of prominent opposition figures in Tunisia who have been accused of conspiring against the state was postponed on Tuesday until April 11 by the judge, who

Trial of Tunisian opposition leaders postponed
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Arab summit adopts Egyptian Gaza reconstruction plan

An Arab summit convened in Cairo on Tuesday adopted an Egyptian plan for the reconstruction of Gaza, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said during a closing statement.

Arab summit adopts Egyptian Gaza reconstruction plan
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's RSF and allies formalise vision for parallel government

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied groups signed a transitional constitution on Tuesday that takes them a step closer to setting up a parallel government during a two-year

Sudan's RSF and allies formalise vision for parallel government
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian president welcomes Egyptian plan to rebuild Gaza

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said on Tuesday he welcomed an Egyptian plan to rebuild the Gaza Strip and urged U.S.

Palestinian president welcomes Egyptian plan to rebuild Gaza
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Newly appointed rebel authorities in eastern Congo bury blast victims

Twelve victims of a deadly blast at a rally last week in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo were laid to rest on Tuesday in a ceremony organized by newly appointed rebel

Newly appointed rebel authorities in eastern Congo bury blast victims
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Moroccan activist defending quake victims gets jail sentence

A Moroccan appeals court on Tuesday increased a jail sentence to one year against Moroccan activist Said Ait Mehdi, who led protests criticizing the government

Moroccan activist defending quake victims gets jail sentence
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Migrants rescued from energy platform off Tunisia after four days, charity says

A charity vessel has rescued more than 30 migrants including two children who had been stranded for four days on a gas platform in the Mediterranean off the coast of Tunisia, the Sea-

Migrants rescued from energy platform off Tunisia after four days, charity says
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political

Norway to extradite man to Rwanda for trial on murder charges in 1994 genocide

Norway will extradite a man to Rwanda on the East African country's request, to stand trial on charges of committing murder during the 1994 Rwanda genocide, Norwegian police

Norway to extradite man to Rwanda for trial on murder charges in 1994 genocide
Africa|Food|Health|World

Extra 1 million people could be engulfed in Somalia hunger crisis, WFP says

One million more people in Somalia could face crisis levels of hunger in coming months due to a forecast drought during the next crop cycle, the World Food Programme said on Tuesday

Extra 1 million people could be engulfed in Somalia hunger crisis, WFP says
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt’s Gaza plan excludes Hamas from future governance

Egypt’s Gaza plan excludes Hamas from future governance

Egypt’s Gaza plan excludes Hamas from future governance
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Arab summit draft communique adopts Egyptian plan for Gaza

An Arab summit draft communique on Tuesday adopted an Egyptian plan for Gaza's future and called on the international community and financial institutions to provide support for the

Arab summit draft communique adopts Egyptian plan for Gaza
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Rwanda asking UK for $63 million over cancelled asylum deal, source says

Rwanda is asking Britain for a 50 million-pound ($63.62 million) payment over a cancelled asylum deal, a source close to the government in Kigali said on Tuesday, after London

Rwanda asking UK for $63 million over cancelled asylum deal, source says
Africa|Business|Economy|Food

South Africa's Shoprite expands grocery online delivery to lower-income customers

Shoprite Holdings will expand its on-demand grocery delivery service to its namesake discount stores, stepping up a turf war for South Africa's low-income

South Africa's Shoprite expands grocery online delivery to lower-income customers
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Infants as young as one raped in Sudan, UNICEF says

Children under five, including babies, are among victims of sexual violence in the war between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support

Infants as young as one raped in Sudan, UNICEF says
Africa|Election|Political

Guinea-Bissau president to run for second term, backtracking on vow to step down

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo said on Monday he would run for a second term in November, backtracking on earlier vows to step down and potentially stoking tensions

Guinea-Bissau president to run for second term, backtracking on vow to step down
Africa|Business|Economy

South Africa sees modest Q4 growth on recovery in agriculture

South Africa's economy returned to modest growth in the fourth quarter of last year, helped by a recovery in agricultural output after the sector triggered a

South Africa sees modest Q4 growth on recovery in agriculture
Africa|Crime|World

More than 200 children were raped in Sudan since the beginning of 2024, UN children's agency says

The U.N. children’s agency says children in conflict-ravaged Sudan as young as a year old have been raped since the beginning of 2024 and that sexual violence is being used as a tactic of war

More than 200 children were raped in Sudan since the beginning of 2024, UN children's agency says
Africa|Americas|Political|World

Rwanda says Canada export permit, business suspension over Congo war 'shameful'

Rwanda said on Tuesday that Canada's position on the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo was "shameful", adding that measures announced by Ottawa against Kigali would not

Rwanda says Canada export permit, business suspension over Congo war 'shameful'
Africa|Business|Crime|Food|MidEast|World

How a key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M's is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Gum arabic, a vital ingredient used in everything from Coca-Cola to M&M's sweets, is increasingly being trafficked from rebel-held areas of

How a key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M's is smuggled from war-torn Sudan
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Infants and young children are being raped as a weapon of war in Sudan, UNICEF says

Infants and young children are being raped as a weapon of war in Sudan, UNICEF says

Infants and young children are being raped as a weapon of war in Sudan, UNICEF says
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

East Congo rebels abduct at least 130 hospital patients, UN says

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels launching an offensive in east Congo abducted at least 130 sick and wounded men from two hospitals in the city of Goma last week, the United Nations said on

East Congo rebels abduct at least 130 hospital patients, UN says
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills two Palestinians in Gaza amid impasse over ceasefire

Israeli fire killed at least two people in Rafah and wounded three others in Khan Younis in the south of Gaza, raising fears among Palestinians that the ceasefire

Israeli fire kills two Palestinians in Gaza amid impasse over ceasefire
Africa|Economy|Food|Political|World

UN food program closes its southern Africa office in the wake of Trump administration aid cuts

The United Nations’ World Food Program is closing its southern Africa office in the wake of the Trump administration’s aid cuts

UN food program closes its southern Africa office in the wake of Trump administration aid cuts
Africa|Economy|Election|Political|World

Gabon's military leader announces he will run in April presidential election

Gabon’s military leader has announced that he will run as a candidate in the oil-rich central African nation’s presidential election set for April 12

Gabon's military leader announces he will run in April presidential election
Africa|Election|Political|World

Gabon interim president Nguema will run in April presidential election

Gabon's interim President Brice Oligui Nguema, who turned 50 on Monday, announced his decision to run as a candidate in the Central African nation's presidential election set for

Gabon interim president Nguema will run in April presidential election
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Food

As warming climate hammers coffee crops, this rare bean may someday be your brew

Earth's warming climate is causing problems for big coffee producers everywhere and some are looking to a rarely cultivated species that may stand up better to drought and heat

As warming climate hammers coffee crops, this rare bean may someday be your brew
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

With Gaza tensions high, Egyptians and Israelis warn of a new war

With Gaza tensions high, Egyptians and Israelis warn of a new war

With Gaza tensions high, Egyptians and Israelis warn of a new war
Africa|Business|Economy|World

UN food agency shuts Southern Africa bureau during drought, citing low funding

The United Nations World Food Programme, which relies on the U.S. for nearly half its budget, is closing its Southern Africa bureau due to funding constraints

UN food agency shuts Southern Africa bureau during drought, citing low funding
Africa|Business|Economy|MidEast

Sonatrach and Saudi Aramco cut March LPG prices by 1-3%

Saudi Aramco and Algeria's Sonatrach have cut March's official selling prices (OSPs) for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by 0.9-3.2% from the previous month because of lower oil prices and

Sonatrach and Saudi Aramco cut March LPG prices by 1-3%
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Ghana lawmakers reintroduce anti-LGBTQ legislation

Ghanaian lawmakers have reintroduced a bill that would become one of Africa's most restrictive pieces of anti-LGBTQ legislation, three sponsors told

Ghana lawmakers reintroduce anti-LGBTQ legislation
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Congo army desertion trials spotlight a force in tatters

Congolese soldiers in a mix of fatigues and street clothes crowded into a chapel last week to stand trial for crimes including rape and

Congo army desertion trials spotlight a force in tatters
Africa|Business|Economy|Food

South Africa's RCL Foods posts profit surge, resumes dividends

South African food producer RCL Foods reported a 38.8% rise in half-year earnings on Monday and declared its first interim dividend in two years, sending its

South Africa's RCL Foods posts profit surge, resumes dividends
Africa|Business|Economy

South African manufacturing sentiment worsens further, Absa PMI shows

South African manufacturers reported a continued deterioration in business conditions in February, a local purchasing managers' index (PMI) survey showed on Monday.

South African manufacturing sentiment worsens further, Absa PMI shows
Africa|Environment|Travel|World

'Wildlife corridors' are encouraged to support Kenya's recovering animal populations

As nations mark World Wildlife Day, conservationists in Kenya are warning of shrinking wildlife spaces in a country that generates substantial revenue from wildlife tourism

'Wildlife corridors' are encouraged to support Kenya's recovering animal populations
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel blocks aid into Gaza as ceasefire standoff escalates

Israel blocked the entry of aid trucks into Gaza on Sunday as a standoff over the truce that has halted fighting for the

Israel blocks aid into Gaza as ceasefire standoff escalates
Africa|Election|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau president threatens to expel ECOWAS mission, bloc says

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo threatened to expel a political mission sent to his country by the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS), the political and

Guinea-Bissau president threatens to expel ECOWAS mission, bloc says
Africa|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump wants to protect South Africa’s White farmers. But potential changes to trade privileges would hurt them

Trump wants to protect South Africa’s White farmers. But potential changes to trade privileges would hurt them

Trump wants to protect South Africa’s White farmers. But potential changes to trade privileges would hurt them
Africa|Business|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets

Saudi bourse extends losses on lacklustre earnings; Egypt gains

Saudi Arabia's stock market ended lower on Sunday, extending losses for a fourth session, amid disappointing corporate earnings, while Egypt's stock index was buoyed by

Saudi bourse extends losses on lacklustre earnings; Egypt gains
Africa|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt says Gaza reconstruction plan ready, pushes efforts for ceasefire's second phase

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Sunday that Egypt's Gaza reconstruction plan, which ensures Palestinians remain in their land,

Egypt says Gaza reconstruction plan ready, pushes efforts for ceasefire's second phase
Africa|Political|US|World

Mauritius prime minister says Trump comments on Chagos deal positive

Mauritius' Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has described as "positive" U.S.

Mauritius prime minister says Trump comments on Chagos deal positive
Africa|Health|World

A child dies of Ebola in Uganda, raising concern over disease surveillance in outbreak

The World Health Organization says a 4-year-old child has become the second person to die of Ebola in Uganda

A child dies of Ebola in Uganda, raising concern over disease surveillance in outbreak
Africa|Political|World

Namibian founding president Sam Nujoma is laid to rest and praised as the last African liberator

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s founding president who steered the country to freedom from apartheid South Africa, has been laid to rest in the country’s Heroes Acre cemetery following a state funeral attended by African leaders and foreign dignitaries

Namibian founding president Sam Nujoma is laid to rest and praised as the last African liberator
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas rejects Israel's 'formulation' of extending first Gaza ceasefire phase

Hamas said on Saturday that it rejected Israel's "formulation" of extending the first phase of the ceasefire in Gaza, on the day the first stage of the deal was set to expire.

Hamas rejects Israel's 'formulation' of extending first Gaza ceasefire phase
Africa|Americas|Health|Political|World

USAID cuts are already hitting countries around the world. Here are 20 projects that have closed

Countries around the world already are feeling the impact of the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate more than 90% of foreign aid contracts and cut some $60 billion in funding

USAID cuts are already hitting countries around the world. Here are 20 projects that have closed
Africa|Environment|Europe|World

Four dead after cyclone Garance hits French island of La Reunion

At least four people died after cyclone Garance struck the French overseas territory of La Reunion on Friday, bringing wind speeds of up to 155 kph (96 mph), local authorities said

Four dead after cyclone Garance hits French island of La Reunion
Africa|Political|World

African leaders gather for funeral of Namibia's 'founding father' Sam Nujoma

African leaders past and present gathered in Namibia on Saturday to bury the country's "founding father" Sam Nujoma, who challenged

African leaders gather for funeral of Namibia's 'founding father' Sam Nujoma
Africa|Americas|Political|World

Jamaican government urged to 'fully decolonise' with bill to ditch King Charles

Many Jamaicans want their country to ditch King Charles as head of state but a bill presented by the government to do just that has

Jamaican government urged to 'fully decolonise' with bill to ditch King Charles
Africa|Health|World

WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness

The World Health Organization says that authorities investigating the deaths of at least 60 people in northwestern Congo suspect the water source in one of the areas may have been contaminated

WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness
Africa|Asia|MidEast|World

Bodies of 12 Pakistani migrants who died in boat sinking have been repatriated

Officials say the bodies of 12 out of at least 16 Pakistanis who died this month when a boat carrying dozens of Europe-bound migrants sank off Libya’s coast have been repatriated to Pakistan

Bodies of 12 Pakistani migrants who died in boat sinking have been repatriated
Africa|Environment|Political|World

Three dead as cyclone Garance hits French island of La Reunion

At least three people died when cyclone Garance slammed into the French overseas territory of La Reunion on Friday with wind speeds of up

Three dead as cyclone Garance hits French island of La Reunion
Africa|Sports

Dale Whitnell makes two holes-in-one in same round at South African Open

Dale Whitnell has made two holes-in-one in a round that started with him worrying about just making the cut at the South African Open

Dale Whitnell makes two holes-in-one in same round at South African Open
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malawi lowers 2025 growth forecast as inflation spurs protests

Malawi's government trimmed its economic growth forecast for this year in its annual budget on Friday as disgruntled citizens protested in major cities over rising

Malawi lowers 2025 growth forecast as inflation spurs protests
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France's Macron concerned about author Sansal's detention in Algeria

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday he was concerned about the detention and the health of Franco-Algerian author Boualem Sansal in Algeria, and added that it was time to

France's Macron concerned about author Sansal's detention in Algeria
Africa|Political|World

Congo and rebels trade blame for deadly blasts at rally

Democratic Republic of Congo's government and Rwandan-backed M23 rebels traded blame on Friday for explosions at a rally in the rebel-held eastern city of Bukavu that killed 13 people and

Congo and rebels trade blame for deadly blasts at rally
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese army ally claims major interception of RSF military supplies

Forces fighting alongside Sudan's army said on Friday they had intercepted a substantial quantity of military supplies from a convoy destined for the rival Rapid Support Forces (RSF)

Sudanese army ally claims major interception of RSF military supplies
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK development minister quits over PM Starmer's cut to aid budget

British international development minister Anneliese Dodds resigned on Friday in a surprise move triggered by Prime Minister Keir Starmer's

UK development minister quits over PM Starmer's cut to aid budget
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

It's been a month since rebels seized an eastern Congo city. Goma residents say they are struggling

Rwanda-backed rebels captured a key eastern Congo city a month ago Friday

It's been a month since rebels seized an eastern Congo city. Goma residents say they are struggling
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan parallel government offers route to diplomatic leverage and arms for RSF

A parallel government being set up by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) aims to grab diplomatic legitimacy from its army-led rival and ease access to advanced weaponry

Sudan parallel government offers route to diplomatic leverage and arms for RSF
Africa|Environment|Europe|World

Tropical cyclone smashes into French Indian Ocean island, bringing 100-mile-an-hour winds

Tropical cyclone smashes into French Indian Ocean island, bringing 100-mile-an-hour winds

Tropical cyclone smashes into French Indian Ocean island, bringing 100-mile-an-hour winds
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel wants to extend first phase of Gaza truce by six weeks, Egyptian security sources say

An Israeli delegation in Cairo aims to negotiate to extend the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal by an additional 42 days, two Egyptian security sources said on Friday.

Israel wants to extend first phase of Gaza truce by six weeks, Egyptian security sources say
Africa|Election|Political

Namibia's top court dismisses opposition election challenge

Namibia's Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a challenge against last year's presidential election brought by opposition parties, clearing the way for the ruling

Namibia's top court dismisses opposition election challenge
Africa|Business|Economy

ArcelorMittal South Africa to cease long steel production by April

ArcelorMittal South Africa will cease long steel production by April this year after discussions with the government failed to avert the plant's closure, the company said on Friday.

ArcelorMittal South Africa to cease long steel production by April
Africa|Economy|Environment|Food|MidEast|World

Morocco urges people to not buy sheep for Eid al-Adha celebrations

With Morocco’s sheep herds dwindling at an alarming rate, King Mohammed VI made a rare break with tradition by urging families to forgo buying sheep to sacrifice during the upcoming Eid Al-Adha

Morocco urges people to not buy sheep for Eid al-Adha celebrations
Africa|Political|World

Senegal has signed a deal with separatist rebels. But will it end one of Africa's longest conflicts?

Senegal’s government has signed an agreement with separatist rebels to bring peace in its southern region, where an armed rebellion has been raging for over 40 years over calls for independence

Senegal has signed a deal with separatist rebels. But will it end one of Africa's longest conflicts?
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France's Macron urges Reunion residents to stay safe in face of approaching cyclone

French President Emmanuel Macron urged residents on the French overseas territory of Reunion to hunker down on Thursday as a cyclone barrelled toward the Indian Ocean island.

France's Macron urges Reunion residents to stay safe in face of approaching cyclone
Africa|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he is likely to accept UK deal on Chagos Islands

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was inclined to back a deal between Britain and Mauritius over the future of a U.S.-UK military base in the Chagos

Trump says he is likely to accept UK deal on Chagos Islands
Africa|Asia|Economy|Finance

BOJ chief warns of strong global uncertainty due to US tariffs

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on Thursday warned of "very strong" uncertainty on the global economic outlook that required vigilance in setting monetary policy

BOJ chief warns of strong global uncertainty due to US tariffs
Africa|Americas|Health|Political|US|World

Services to millions of people collapse as USAID cuts contracts worldwide

U.S.-funded projects worldwide, including those providing lifesaving care for millions of people in countries such

Services to millions of people collapse as USAID cuts contracts worldwide
Africa|Health|World

Malaria endures in northwest Congo as officials seek cause of illnesses that have sickened hundreds

Hundreds of people have tested positive for malaria in northwest Congo as health officials try to understand what is behind illnesses that have surpassed 1,000 cases and killed at least 60 people

Malaria endures in northwest Congo as officials seek cause of illnesses that have sickened hundreds
Africa|Political|US|World

South African president slams Afrikaner lobby group's White House visit

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has slammed a visit by a lobby group for the country’s white minority Afrikaner community to the White House this week

South African president slams Afrikaner lobby group's White House visit
Africa|Political|World

Blasts kill 11 at rally in eastern Congo, rebels say

Explosions killed 11 people and wounded 65 at a rally held by M23 rebels in the eastern Congo city of Bukavu on Thursday, the leader of the rebel alliance said, blaming President Felix

Blasts kill 11 at rally in eastern Congo, rebels say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

At least 11 dead and scores injured in Congo after blasts at M23 rebel leaders' rally, rebels say

At least 11 people have been killed and scores injured in the eastern Congo city of Bukavu where explosions struck a rally held by leaders of the M23 rebel group that took control of the city earlier this month

At least 11 dead and scores injured in Congo after blasts at M23 rebel leaders' rally, rebels say
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political|World

G20 finance meeting ends without consensus or communique

South Africa voiced dismay on Thursday that Group of 20 talks it hosted on global economic issues ended without consensus, after

G20 finance meeting ends without consensus or communique
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Blasts at M23 rally in eastern Congo kill 11, wound 65, rebel leader says

Explosions at a rally held by M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo city of Bukavu killed 11 people and wounded 65 others, Corneille Nangaa, head of the rebel alliance

Blasts at M23 rally in eastern Congo kill 11, wound 65, rebel leader says
Africa|Health|Political|US|World

Trump's ending of 90% of USAID foreign aid contracts slams programs around the world

Health groups and non-governmental organizations have expressed surprise and outrage and say many humanitarian programs will collapse after the Trump administration’s decision to cut 90% of USAID’s foreign aid contracts

Trump's ending of 90% of USAID foreign aid contracts slams programs around the world
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Poor, indebted countries need collective relief, African leaders say

Growing external debt burdens are crippling the world's poorest countries, a group of former African leaders warned on Thursday as they pushed for a new

Poor, indebted countries need collective relief, African leaders say
Africa|Political|World

UN rights chief warns of 'mass deaths from famine' in Sudan

The U.N. human rights chief warned of the risk of a further escalation of the war in Sudan on Thursday and said that there was a growing risk of deaths from starvation on a wide

UN rights chief warns of 'mass deaths from famine' in Sudan
Africa|Environment|MidEast|Science|World

Cleopatra’s birthplace sees ‘dramatic surge’ in building collapses as sea level rises, study shows

Cleopatra’s birthplace sees ‘dramatic surge’ in building collapses as sea level rises, study shows

Cleopatra’s birthplace sees ‘dramatic surge’ in building collapses as sea level rises, study shows
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South African leader wants to do a deal with Trump to resolve dispute

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday that he wanted to "do a deal" with U.S.

South African leader wants to do a deal with Trump to resolve dispute
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast

Growth outlook slows again and 'peace dividend' fades, EBRD says

Weak external demand and the impact of conflicts slowed economic growth again in countries covered by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD),

Growth outlook slows again and 'peace dividend' fades, EBRD says
Africa|Political|World

Ethiopia's Abiy visits Somalia, holds talks with President Mohamud

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Somalia's capital Mogadishu on Thursday to hold discussions with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Somalia's presidency said,

Ethiopia's Abiy visits Somalia, holds talks with President Mohamud
Africa|Arts|World

Nigeria's museum agrees with royal ruler on custody of Benin Bronzes

Nigeria's national museum

Nigeria's museum agrees with royal ruler on custody of Benin Bronzes
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas hands over bodies of four hostages, Israel frees Palestinian prisoners

Hamas handed over the bodies of four Israeli hostages while it waited for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners to be released by Israel in return, in an overnight

Hamas hands over bodies of four hostages, Israel frees Palestinian prisoners
Africa|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Drought-hit Morocco asks citizens not to slaughter sheep on Eid al-Adha

King Mohammed VI of Morocco asked Moroccans on Wednesday to abstain from performing the rite of slaughtering sheep on Eid al-Adha this year due to a drop in the

Drought-hit Morocco asks citizens not to slaughter sheep on Eid al-Adha
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan's top currency diplomat sees no disparity between yen rise, solid economy

Japan's top currency diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, said on Wednesday he did not see any disparity between recent rises in the yen and a slew of positive economic data

Japan's top currency diplomat sees no disparity between yen rise, solid economy
Africa|Health|World

What we know about the illnesses that have sickened over 400 people and killed more than 50 in Congo

Unidentified illnesses in northwestern Congo have killed more than 50 people over the past five weeks, nearly half of them within hours after they felt sick

What we know about the illnesses that have sickened over 400 people and killed more than 50 in Congo
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

France threatens to review Algeria migration pact in row over deportations

France said on Wednesday it would review a decades-old agreement that makes it easier for Algerian citizens to move to France unless Algeria agrees to take back those who are

France threatens to review Algeria migration pact in row over deportations
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's RSF operating drones from Darfur base, pictures show

Satellite images show at least three drones and the construction of hangars at an airport in South Darfur held by Sudan's Rapid

Sudan's RSF operating drones from Darfur base, pictures show
Africa|Environment|World

More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa's Table Mountain in Cape Town

More than 100 firefighters are battling two blazes on the slopes of South Africa’s Table Mountain

More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa's Table Mountain in Cape Town
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

UK's Reeves says trade with US can flow amid Trump tariff threats

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Wednesday she was confident that U.S.-UK trade and investment would not be derailed as President Donald Trump

UK's Reeves says trade with US can flow amid Trump tariff threats
Africa|Food|Political|World

UN food agency pauses aid to famine-hit Sudan displacement camp of half a million people

The United Nations’ food agency says it has paused aid distribution in Sudan’s famine-hit Zamzam displacement camp of a half-million people as fighting intensifies between the country’s warring sides

UN food agency pauses aid to famine-hit Sudan displacement camp of half a million people
Africa|Election|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau opposition vows to 'paralyse' country in election timing row

Guinea-Bissau's opposition has vowed to bring the West African country to a standstill on Thursday in a dispute over when the five-year mandate of President Umaro Sissoco Embalo

Guinea-Bissau opposition vows to 'paralyse' country in election timing row
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin hosts Guinea-Bissau leader as Russia builds Africa ties

President Vladimir Putin hosted Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo for talks in the Kremlin on Wednesday, the latest sign of a drive by Moscow to build up economic and

Putin hosts Guinea-Bissau leader as Russia builds Africa ties
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa's G20 presidency to prioritise climate finance

South Africa's G20 presidency this year will prioritise efforts to help developing countries finance their shift to a low-carbon economy, President Cyril

South Africa's G20 presidency to prioritise climate finance
Africa|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

No-shows, aid cuts mar G20 meet on global poverty

South Africa sought to salvage international talks on tackling global poverty on Wednesday as finance chiefs from several leading economies skipped

No-shows, aid cuts mar G20 meet on global poverty
Africa|Political|World

Death toll in Sudan military plane crash rises to 46

Sudanese officials say the death toll from a military plane crash in the city of Omdurman has increased to at least 46 people, including women and children

Death toll in Sudan military plane crash rises to 46
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says next swap deal with Israel will use 'new mechanism'

Palestinian group Hamas said on Wednesday an exchange of Palestinian prisoners for the bodies of Israeli hostages would take place through "a new mechanism" that guaranteed Israel's

Hamas says next swap deal with Israel will use 'new mechanism'
Africa|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

The US is missing again as G20 finance chiefs meet in South Africa

Finance ministers and central bank chiefs from the Group of 20 developed and developing nations have gathered in South Africa for a two-day meeting

The US is missing again as G20 finance chiefs meet in South Africa
Africa|Business|Political|Travel

Nigeria to automate short stay visa approval process

Nigeria is automating its electronic visa approval and issuance process in an effort to boost travel and business, the interior minister said.

Nigeria to automate short stay visa approval process
Africa|Political|World

Rwanda sanctions will undermine push for Congo peace talks, proscribed minister says

International sanctions against Rwanda will reduce the incentive for Kinshasa to engage in peace talks with M23 rebels who have made lightning advances in eastern Congo this year,

Rwanda sanctions will undermine push for Congo peace talks, proscribed minister says
Africa|Business|Political|US|World

Trump ends US initiative to boost electricity access in Africa, Bloomberg News reports

An initiative by the United States to increase electricity supply in Africa has been dismantled by U.S.

Trump ends US initiative to boost electricity access in Africa, Bloomberg News reports
Africa|Economy|Finance

South Africa inflation edges up in first release since basket update

South African inflation edged up in January in the first release since the statistics agency updated its consumer price basket, but the headline rate

South Africa inflation edges up in first release since basket update
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Haiti gangs launch deadly attack on capital's Delmas neighborhood

Armed gangs launched a fresh attack on Haiti's capital before dawn on Tuesday, killing residents in the Delmas 30 neighborhood and

Haiti gangs launch deadly attack on capital's Delmas neighborhood
Africa|Business|Economy

Botswana, the country with the biggest diamonds, gets an improved 10-year deal with miner De Beers

The Botswana government has signed a new diamond sales agreement crucial to its economy with the De Beers mining company after seven years of negotiations

Botswana, the country with the biggest diamonds, gets an improved 10-year deal with miner De Beers
Africa|Business|Economy

Congo weighs cobalt export quotas to revive prices amid supply glut

The Democratic Republic of Congo is considering introducing cobalt export quotas as the world's biggest supplier of the battery metal seeks to

Congo weighs cobalt export quotas to revive prices amid supply glut
Africa|Europe|Political|World

UK suspends some financial aid to Rwanda over violence in eastern Congo as rebels dig in

U.K. authorities are punishing Rwanda over its support of the rebels who now control two major cities in eastern Congo

UK suspends some financial aid to Rwanda over violence in eastern Congo as rebels dig in
Africa|Political|World

Eastern and Southern African blocs weigh deployment to eastern Congo

Eastern and Southern African countries are looking into the possibility of deploying troops to secure areas of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo now under M23 rebel control, according

Eastern and Southern African blocs weigh deployment to eastern Congo
Africa|Health|World

A mystery illness in Congo has killed more than 50 people hours after they felt sick

Health experts say an unknown illness first discovered in three children who ate a bat has rapidly killed more than 50 people in northwestern Congo over the past five weeks

A mystery illness in Congo has killed more than 50 people hours after they felt sick
Africa|Health|Political|World

Security conditions in a famine-hit camp in Sudan are 'unbearable,' an aid group says

An international aid worker says all roads around Sudan’s famine-stricken Zamzam camp in North Darfur are blocked and the security situation there has become “unbearable.”

Security conditions in a famine-hit camp in Sudan are 'unbearable,' an aid group says
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Egypt rejects proposals to displace Palestinians

Egypt rejects proposals to displace the Palestinian people in order to not "liquidate" the Palestinian cause and to avoid threatening the national security of countries in the region

Egypt rejects proposals to displace Palestinians
Africa|Economy|Finance|World

Debt crisis hits new highs in developing nations, relief deal needed, says UN

The debt crisis facing the world's poorest economies is reaching new highs and debt servicing is eating up a growing share of revenues at

Debt crisis hits new highs in developing nations, relief deal needed, says UN
Africa|Business|Economy

Botswana, De Beers sign long-delayed diamonds deal

Botswana's government on Tuesday signed a long-delayed 10-year diamonds sales agreement with Anglo American unit De Beers adding a possible extension period of five

Botswana, De Beers sign long-delayed diamonds deal
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

South African central bank governor says trade and tax policies pose inflation risks

Global trade tensions and a potential value-added tax hike in South Africa could derail two years of slowing inflation, the country's central bank governor said

South African central bank governor says trade and tax policies pose inflation risks
Africa|Europe|Political|World

UK to suspend bilateral aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict

Britain on Tuesday said it would pause some bilateral aid to Rwanda and impose other diplomatic sanctions on Kigali over its role in the conflict in neighbouring

UK to suspend bilateral aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict
Africa|Americas|Education|Health

Women sew feminine care products for girls around the world

Women sew feminine care products for girls around the world

Women sew feminine care products for girls around the world
Africa|Crime|Health|World

The main ingredients in Sierra Leone's kush are synthetic opioids and cannabinoids, report finds

A new report released by an anti-transnational crime group has identified the core chemical components of kush, a synthetic drug that has swept through Sierra Leone and the region in the past few years

The main ingredients in Sierra Leone's kush are synthetic opioids and cannabinoids, report finds
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

A police union in Haiti demands more protection after gangs kill a Kenyan police officer

Haitian police officers are demanding better protection and treatment a day after gunmen killed a Kenyan police officer who was part of a U.N.-backed mission tasked with fighting gangs in the troubled Caribbean country

A police union in Haiti demands more protection after gangs kill a Kenyan police officer
Africa|Political|World

UK will impose sanctions on Rwanda 'soon' in response to Congo conflict

Britain will introduce sanctions soon against Rwanda over fighting in neighbouring Congo, a minister in the UK Foreign Office told Reuters on Monday.

UK will impose sanctions on Rwanda 'soon' in response to Congo conflict
Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Morocco foils attacks by cell loyal to Islamic State

Morocco's counterterrorism agency said on Monday it had foiled attacks against national and international targets in the country by a 12-member cell loyal to

Morocco foils attacks by cell loyal to Islamic State
Africa|Political|World

More pressure on Rwanda as Congo says rebel uprising has killed over 7,000 people this year

Congo says over 7,000 people have died this year as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have captured unprecedented amounts of territory in its mineral-rich eastern region

More pressure on Rwanda as Congo says rebel uprising has killed over 7,000 people this year
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rwanda’s Kabarebe, sanctioned by US over ties to Congo rebels, is Kagame's 'hatchet man'

When Rwanda's ex-spy chief Patrick Karegeya was murdered in South Africa in 2014, his former brother-in-arms James Kabarebe was blunt: "When you choose to

Rwanda’s Kabarebe, sanctioned by US over ties to Congo rebels, is Kagame's 'hatchet man'
Africa|Crime|Political

A witchcraft case involving Zambia's president brings scrutiny of a colonial-era law and traditions

Two men are on trial in Zambia on charges of practicing witchcraft and possessing charms intended to harm the country’s president

A witchcraft case involving Zambia's president brings scrutiny of a colonial-era law and traditions
Africa|Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Prosus to buy Just Eat to create a European food delivery 'champion'

Dutch technology investor Prosus has agreed to buy Just Eat Takewaway.com for 4.1 billion euros ($4.3 billion) to create a "European tech

Prosus to buy Just Eat to create a European food delivery 'champion'
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Children face lethal violence, rape in east Congo war

As Rwanda-backed rebels closed in on eastern Congo's largest city, retreating army soldiers barged into Suzanne Amisi Wilonja's home near the airport to loot, firing indiscriminately and

Children face lethal violence, rape in east Congo war
Africa|Political|World

Fighting in Congo has killed 7,000 since January, DRC prime minister says

Some 7,000 people have died since January in fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the prime minister of the DRC told a high-level meeting of

Fighting in Congo has killed 7,000 since January, DRC prime minister says
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|World

Somali pirates have used the Red Sea Crisis and war in Gaza to stage a return

Somali pirates have used the Red Sea Crisis and war in Gaza to stage a return

Somali pirates have used the Red Sea Crisis and war in Gaza to stage a return
Africa|Health|Political|World

MSF pulls out of famine-stricken camp in Sudan's Darfur due to heavy fighting

Medical charity MSF has been forced to suspend its activities in a famine-stricken camp in Sudan's North Darfur because of heavy fighting in the area, it said on Monday.

MSF pulls out of famine-stricken camp in Sudan's Darfur due to heavy fighting
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Kenyan police officer sent to Haiti to help rein in violent gangs is killed in fighting

Kenyan authorities say one of their officers sent to Haiti to help rein in violent gangs was killed in an operation in the countryside

Kenyan police officer sent to Haiti to help rein in violent gangs is killed in fighting
Africa|Health|Political|World

Sudan’s military breaks paramilitary group's siege of crucial city

Sudan's miliary says it has broken a paramilitary group's yearlong siege of the crucial city of Obeid, restoring access to a strategic area in the south-central region and strengthening crucial supply routes in their nearly two years of war

Sudan’s military breaks paramilitary group's siege of crucial city
Africa|Political|World

Congo's president says he'll create a unity government as violence spreads

Congo’s president says he is going to launch a unity government, as violence spreads across the country’s east and pressure mounts over his handling of the crisis

Congo's president says he'll create a unity government as violence spreads
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's army makes key advances after RSF signs political charter

Sudan's army said on Sunday it had seized back control of the town of el-Gitaina, just south of the capital, from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and broken the paramilitary group's

Sudan's army makes key advances after RSF signs political charter
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's RSF, allies sign charter to form parallel government, two signatories say

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces signed a charter with allied political and armed groups late on Saturday to establish a "government of peace and unity", signatories al-

Sudan's RSF, allies sign charter to form parallel government, two signatories say
Africa|Political|World

Congo president plans unity government in response to eastern crisis

Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi will launch a unity government, his spokesperson said on Saturday, as he faces domestic pressure over his handling of an offensive by Rwanda-backed M23

Congo president plans unity government in response to eastern crisis
Africa|Political|World

Hundreds of Congolese police join rebels in occupied city

Crowds of Congolese police officers who switched to the M23 rebel group sang and clapped in occupied Bukavu city on Saturday, preparing for retraining under the authority of the Rwandan-

Hundreds of Congolese police join rebels in occupied city
Africa|Health|World

Cholera kills 58 and sickens about 1,300 others over 3 days in a Sudanese city, health officials say

Health officials in Sudan say a cholera outbreak in a southern city has killed nearly 60 people and sickened about 1,300 others over the last three days

Cholera kills 58 and sickens about 1,300 others over 3 days in a Sudanese city, health officials say
Africa|Political|World

Rwanda expresses solidarity with military general sanctioned by the US over violence in Congo

Rwanda's government has asserted solidarity with a top official sanctioned by the U.S. over violence in eastern Congo

Rwanda expresses solidarity with military general sanctioned by the US over violence in Congo
Africa|Political|US|World

US top diplomat Rubio, Kenyan president call for ceasefire in eastern Congo

U.S.

US top diplomat Rubio, Kenyan president call for ceasefire in eastern Congo
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Arab leaders in Riyadh discuss 'Palestinian cause' and Gaza developments

Arab leaders discussed on Friday the joint efforts supporting "the Palestinian cause" and Gaza developments, during an informal meeting in Riyadh attended by Gulf states, Egypt and

Arab leaders in Riyadh discuss 'Palestinian cause' and Gaza developments
Africa|Political|World

Congo frees opposition leader and former president's ally Kabund

Democratic Republic of Congo has freed an opposition leader and the president's former right-hand man, Jean-Marc Kabund, his lawyer said on Friday, ending his imprisonment on

Congo frees opposition leader and former president's ally Kabund
Africa|Political|World

UN Security Council calls on Rwanda to pull troops from Congo

The United Nations Security Council on Friday called on Rwanda's military to stop supporting the M23 rebel group in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

UN Security Council calls on Rwanda to pull troops from Congo
Africa|Environment|World

An encroaching desert threatens to swallow Mauritania’s homes and history

An ancient trading post known for housing some of West Africa's most historically significant manuscripts could soon be covered by the Sahara Desert

An encroaching desert threatens to swallow Mauritania’s homes and history
Africa|Health|Political|World

Influx of 40,000 fleeing Congo war worsens Burundi humanitarian plight, UN says

Burundi is facing a rapidly worsening humanitarian situation as more than 40,000 people have fled there in two weeks to escape fighting in eastern Democratic

Influx of 40,000 fleeing Congo war worsens Burundi humanitarian plight, UN says
Africa|Business|Economy|World

China's Norinco sweetens bid for Congo copper mines as deal stalls, sources say

China North Industries Corp, known as Norinco, has offered to adjust its offer to buy copper and cobalt assets owned by Chemaf SA by raising the Congo

China's Norinco sweetens bid for Congo copper mines as deal stalls, sources say
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US aid freeze sows disruption in HIV, malaria product supply chains

The U.S. government's foreign aid freeze has upended the supply chain for medical products crucial for fighting diseases including HIV and

US aid freeze sows disruption in HIV, malaria product supply chains
Africa|Crime|Political

Ugandan opposition politician charged with treason

A Ugandan magistrates' court charged detained opposition politician Kizza Besigye with treason on Friday, rejecting his lawyer's pleas that he be transferred to hospital to help

Ugandan opposition politician charged with treason
Africa|Finance|Political|US|World

UK foreign secretary questions Russia's 'appetite' for peace and challenges Lavrov at tense G20 meet

U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy says he saw no appetite for peace from Russia in Ukraine after listening to a speech by Russia’s top diplomat at a tense Group of 20 meeting in South Africa

UK foreign secretary questions Russia's 'appetite' for peace and challenges Lavrov at tense G20 meet
Africa|Crime|Political

Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is charged with treason, which carries the death penalty

Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has been charged with treason, in an escalation of legal troubles stemming from allegations he plotted to remove the country’s long-time leader by force

Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is charged with treason, which carries the death penalty
Africa|Health|Political|World

US aid freeze puts HIV-positive orphans in Kenya at risk as medical supplies dwindle

A U.S. aid freeze is threatening the lives of HIV-positive orphans at Nyumbani Children’s Home in Nairobi

US aid freeze puts HIV-positive orphans in Kenya at risk as medical supplies dwindle
Africa|Asia|Political|World

China backs Trump's Ukraine peace bid at G20 as US allies rally behind Zelenskiy

China came out in support of U.S.

China backs Trump's Ukraine peace bid at G20 as US allies rally behind Zelenskiy
Africa|Americas|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Green Climate Fund approves $687 million in investments

The Green Climate Fund (GCF), the world's largest fund helping developing countries deal with the impacts of climate change, said on Friday it had approved $686.8

Green Climate Fund approves $687 million in investments
Africa|Europe|Political|US|World

EU's Kallas warns against Ukraine talks giving in to Russian aggression

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday that interactions between the United States and Russia showed Moscow had

EU's Kallas warns against Ukraine talks giving in to Russian aggression
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian judge releases prominent journalist Mohamed Boughalleb

A Tunisian judge on Thursday released prominent journalist Mohamed Boughalleb, a critic of President Kais Saied, his lawyer told Reuters, a move the opposition hopes will lead to the

Tunisian judge releases prominent journalist Mohamed Boughalleb
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Congo army runaways loot and sow panic in North Kivu town

The Congolese army called on deserters to rejoin their units on Thursday, as rogue soldiers fired guns and looted parts of the eastern town of Lubero after fleeing nearby clashes with

Congo army runaways loot and sow panic in North Kivu town
Africa|Europe|Political|World

UK's Lammy sees no Russian appetite for peace with Ukraine at G20

British Foreign Minister David Lammy said on Thursday he saw no appetite from Russia for peace with Ukraine after listening to his Russian counterpart Sergei

UK's Lammy sees no Russian appetite for peace with Ukraine at G20
Africa|Business|Political|Sports|World

Rwanda says DRC criticism of Arsenal, Bayern and PSG deals threatens regional peace

Rwanda on Thursday described recent criticism of its Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain sponsorship deals by the Democratic Republic of Congo's foreign

Rwanda says DRC criticism of Arsenal, Bayern and PSG deals threatens regional peace
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Nigeria keeps benchmark interest rate steady as inflation seen falling gradually

Nigeria's central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Thursday after six hikes last year, saying that it was reassured by

Nigeria keeps benchmark interest rate steady as inflation seen falling gradually
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

G20 foreign ministers gather amid tensions over trade, Ukraine

Foreign ministers from the G20 top economies met in South Africa on Thursday, amid tensions between members over the Ukraine war,

G20 foreign ministers gather amid tensions over trade, Ukraine
Africa|Political|World

Niger commission recommends 5-year transition to democratic rule

A commission in military junta-led Niger has recommended a minimum five-year transition to democratic rule following national discussions, officials said.

Niger commission recommends 5-year transition to democratic rule
Africa|Americas|Europe|Political|World

Caribbean leader tells EU chief: Apologise and pay reparations for slavery

Former colonial powers must apologise and pay compensation for their historic role in the enslavement of Africans, Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told European

Caribbean leader tells EU chief: Apologise and pay reparations for slavery
Africa|Finance|Political|US|World

US Treasury's Bessent to skip G20 meeting in South Africa

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent to skip G20 meeting in South Africa
Africa|Health|Political|World

Trump's foreign aid freeze halted a crucial program fighting HIV in Africa. Here's what's at stake

The freeze on U.S. foreign aid ordered by President Donald Trump has effectively halted one of the world's most successful responses to a disease

Trump's foreign aid freeze halted a crucial program fighting HIV in Africa. Here's what's at stake
Africa|Political|World

Advance of Rwanda-backed rebels in Congo threatens regional peace, UN officials warn

Top United Nations officials in Africa have warned an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council that the offensive of Rwanda-backed rebels in mineral-rich eastern Congo is threatening peace in the wider region

Advance of Rwanda-backed rebels in Congo threatens regional peace, UN officials warn
Africa|Political|US|World

US top diplomat Rubio speaks to Angola about conflict in eastern Congo

U.S.

US top diplomat Rubio speaks to Angola about conflict in eastern Congo
Africa|Arts|MidEast|Science|World

Tomb of ancient Egyptian king unearthed in ‘remarkable’ discovery

Tomb of ancient Egyptian king unearthed in ‘remarkable’ discovery

Tomb of ancient Egyptian king unearthed in ‘remarkable’ discovery
Africa|Political|World

Congo has asked Chad for military support to help fight rebels, sources say

Democratic Republic of Congo has asked Chad for military support to help fight a spiralling insurgency by Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in its eastern provinces, a Chadian

Congo has asked Chad for military support to help fight rebels, sources say
Africa|Business|Economy

Barrick Gold signs agreement with Mali to end mining dispute

Canadian miner Barrick Gold has signed a new agreement with the Malian government to end an almost two-year-old dispute over its

Barrick Gold signs agreement with Mali to end mining dispute
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rebel advance causes panic in Congolese border town Uvira

Volleys of gunfire rang out in Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern border town of Uvira on Wednesday, local sources said, as clashes broke out among allied forces amid the advance of

Rebel advance causes panic in Congolese border town Uvira
Africa|Asia|Health|Political|US|World

U.S. aid freeze 'decimates' life-saving work globally, survey finds

Aid groups across the world have closed operations, laid off staff and halted life-saving work, including with

U.S. aid freeze 'decimates' life-saving work globally, survey finds
Africa|Political|World

Anxiety rises in DR Congo capital as M23 rebels advance in east

As Rwanda-backed rebels strolled through the streets of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's second-largest city, President Felix Tshisekedi's

Anxiety rises in DR Congo capital as M23 rebels advance in east
Africa|Asia|Crime|World

Myanmar scam centre survivors recall torture and coercion

Inside a Thai military camp, four Ethiopian men on Wednesday showed the bruises and scars on their bodies they said were sustained during their time in one of

Myanmar scam centre survivors recall torture and coercion
Africa|Political|World

Congolese church leaders push for peace talks between government, rebels

Congolese religious leaders are aiming to organise peace talks that would bring President Felix Tshisekedi's government, Rwanda-backed M23 rebels and exiled

Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa's white farmers would be among victims if Trump ends growth bill

Donald Trump's axing of aid to South Africa, in response to land reform policies he says will harm its white minority, has raised fears a trade deal may be next,

South Africa's white farmers would be among victims if Trump ends growth bill
Africa|Crime|Europe|World

Italy arrests drug traffickers who used migrants as couriers, police say

Twenty-seven people have been arrested in a pan-European raid against two drug trafficking groups, one of which used migrants as couriers, Italy's Carabinieri police said on Wednesday

Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt says Gaza should be rebuilt without displacing Palestinians

Egypt's president called on the international community on Wednesday to adopt a plan to rebuild war-torn Gaza without displacing Palestinians, after a proposal by U.S.

Egypt says Gaza should be rebuilt without displacing Palestinians
Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Suspected Somali pirates seize a new Yemeni fishing boat in second recent attack

Suspected Somali pirates have seized another Yemeni fishing boat off the Horn of Africa

Africa|Arts|Europe|World

Netherlands to return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

The Netherlands has agreed to return more than 100 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, the latest European country to return cultural artefacts to Africa, the Dutch embassy in

Africa|Crime|Europe|World

Spain arrests crew of migrant boat after eight deaths, including baby

Spanish police have arrested seven crew members of a crammed migrant boat that arrived in the Canary Islands in December from Senegal over the alleged killing of eight passengers,

Africa|Economy|Finance|Political|World

African leaders approve creation of financial stability fund

African leaders have approved the establishment of a continental financial stability fund, the African Development Bank (AfDB) said, a move

African leaders approve creation of financial stability fund
Africa|Health|World

Uganda discharges all eight Ebola patients, health minister says

Uganda has discharged eight people after they recovered from Ebola although at least 265 contacts remain under quarantine, its health minister said.

Uganda discharges all eight Ebola patients, health minister says
Africa|Crime|Environment|World

Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa

The illegal trade of lion and leopard parts is growing in Senegal and threatening the lion's survival across West Africa

Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa
Africa|Health|Political|World

Burundi troops withdraw in eastern Congo as M23 rebels expand reach, sources say

Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where they had been fighting against M23 rebels, four sources said on Tuesday, in a further blow to Congo's army

Burundi troops withdraw in eastern Congo as M23 rebels expand reach, sources say
Africa|Political|World

Residents say Rwanda-backed rebels are advancing on a third city in eastern Congo

Residents say Rwanda-backed rebels appear to be heading toward a third major city in eastern Congo

Residents say Rwanda-backed rebels are advancing on a third city in eastern Congo
Africa|Political|World

As Congo army retreats from Bukavu, children pick up guns and get killed

Rwanda-backed M23 insurgents shot dead three boys who had picked up guns left by Congolese soldiers fleeing the rebel advance in eastern Congo, the U.N. said

As Congo army retreats from Bukavu, children pick up guns and get killed
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Police in Haiti name former senator among suspects facing arrest over deadly gang attacks

A former senator is among suspects facing arrest in Haiti in connection with deadly gang attacks on a community near the capital for the past three weeks

Africa|Health|Science|World

Ebola Fast Facts

Ebola Fast Facts

Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza Arab plan may involve up to $20 billion regional contribution, sources say

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is expected to travel to Riyadh on Thursday, two Egyptian security sources said, where he is due to

Gaza Arab plan may involve up to $20 billion regional contribution, sources say
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Attacks by Sudanese RSF paramilitaries leave hundreds dead in White Nile State

Sudanese officials and rights groups say attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Force have killed hundreds of civilians, including infants, in White Nile state

Attacks by Sudanese RSF paramilitaries leave hundreds dead in White Nile State
Africa|Europe|Political|World

UK summons top Rwandan diplomat after M23 advances in eastern Congo

Britain said on Tuesday it had summoned the Rwandan High Commissioner following advances by the Rwandan Defence Force and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic

Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN human rights chief accuses Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern DR Congo of killing and recruiting children

UN human rights chief accuses Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern DR Congo of killing and recruiting children

Africa|Political|World

Burundi's army is withdrawing from DR Congo, four sources say

Burundian soldiers, who have been fighting Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, were pulling out following the fall of the city of Bukavu, four sources,

Africa|Crime|Political|World

Northern Mali rebels say army killed 24 civilians, army reports clashes

A Tuareg-dominated rebel alliance in northern Mali accused Malian soldiers, accompanied by Russian Wagner mercenaries, of killing 24 civilians travelling north to Algeria from the city of

Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Middle East latest: Egypt postpones Arab summit on Gaza to March 4

Egypt has postponed an emergency Arab summit to counter U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to remove the Palestinian population from the Gaza Strip and take over the territory

Middle East latest: Egypt postpones Arab summit on Gaza to March 4
Africa|Crime|Election|Political|World

Commonwealth urges Uganda to release detained opposition politician

The Commonwealth called on Tuesday for Uganda, a member of the 56-nation group, to release opposition politician Kizza Besigye, saying his detention undermined

Commonwealth urges Uganda to release detained opposition politician
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Attacks by Sudan's RSF leave many dead as force prepares political charter

Attacks by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces have killed more than 200 people over the past three days, activists said on Tuesday, as the paramilitary group delayed signing a political charter

Attacks by Sudan's RSF leave many dead as force prepares political charter
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Nigeria's inflation rate drops after statistics overhauled and updated

Nigeria's annual inflation rate stood at 24.48% in January, the statistics agency said on Tuesday, well down from the previous month's

Nigeria's inflation rate drops after statistics overhauled and updated
Africa|Political|World

Why have Rwanda-backed rebels seized 2 Congolese cities and is there an end in sight?

Rwanda-backed rebels have captured two major cities in Congo’s mineral-rich east after a major escalation in their yearslong fighting against Congolese forces

Why have Rwanda-backed rebels seized 2 Congolese cities and is there an end in sight?
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Children were executed by M23 in Congo's Bukavu, UN says

Three children were executed by the Rwanda-backed M23 after they donned weapons and uniforms abandoned by the Congolese army in the eastern city of Bukavu, the U.N. human rights

Africa|Business|Economy|World

South Africa's unemployment rate marginally lower in fourth quarter

South Africa's official unemployment rate fell slightly in the fourth quarter of last year, helped by job gains in the finance and

South Africa's unemployment rate marginally lower in fourth quarter
Africa|Health|Political|Science

Trump's aid cuts stop South African HIV vaccine trials in their tracks

South African lab technician Nozipho Mlotshwa was waiting for the test results for a potential HIV vaccine, which has eluded scientists for decades, when the

Trump's aid cuts stop South African HIV vaccine trials in their tracks
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt is developing a plan to rebuild Gaza, countering Trump's call to depopulate the territory

Egypt is developing a plan to rebuild Gaza without forcing Palestinians out of the strip in a counter to President Donald Trump’s proposal to depopulate the territory so the U.S. can take it over

Egypt is developing a plan to rebuild Gaza, countering Trump's call to depopulate the territory
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels tighten their grip on second major city in eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed rebels have tightened their grip on Bukavu a day after seizing the second major city in eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels tighten their grip on second major city in eastern Congo
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Congo rebels promise security in Bukavu after looting

Residents of eastern Congo's second-largest city on Monday surveyed the aftermath of widespread looting that accompanied the arrival of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels who have pledged to

Congo rebels promise security in Bukavu after looting
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy

Column-Congo emerges as China's strategic copper supplier: Andy Home

China is reaping the rewards of its massive mining investment in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the form of surging imports of physical copper.

Column-Congo emerges as China's strategic copper supplier: Andy Home
Africa|Business|Europe|Political|World

French minister in Western Sahara to back Moroccan sovereignty

French Culture Minister Rachida Dati began a visit on Monday to disputed Western Sahara where she will meet officials and open a French cultural center in a show

French minister in Western Sahara to back Moroccan sovereignty
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|World

UN seeks $6 billion to ease hunger catastrophe in Sudan

U.N. officials on Monday asked for $6 billion for Sudan this year from donors to help ease what they called the world's worst ever hunger catastrophe and the mass

UN seeks $6 billion to ease hunger catastrophe in Sudan
Africa|Political|US|World

South Africa says silence from US on bid for talks, China pledges support

South Africa's foreign minister Ronald Lamola said on Monday that the United States had not responded to attempts to discuss President Donald

South Africa says silence from US on bid for talks, China pledges support
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan to allow aid agencies to use Adre border crossing for three more months

Sudan's government said on Monday it would allow aid agencies to use the Adre border crossing for a further three months as of February 16.

Africa|Political|World

Official says Ugandan opposition figure will be tried in civilian court instead of military one

A Ugandan official says a prominent opposition figure facing military trial will be charged before a civilian court instead

Africa|Europe|Health|Sports

Soccer star Nabil Bentaleb scores in first game since suffering cardiac arrest last year

Soccer star Nabil Bentaleb scores in first game since suffering cardiac arrest last year

Soccer star Nabil Bentaleb scores in first game since suffering cardiac arrest last year
Africa|Crime|Political|World

The first openly gay Muslim imam is killed in South Africa, prompting claims of an assassination

A man regarded as the first openly gay Muslim imam has been fatally shot while sitting in a car in South Africa in what many are calling an assassination because of his teachings

Africa|Economy|Political|Technology|World

South Africa open to nuclear project bids from Russia or Iran, minister says

South Africa could turn to Russia or Iran to expand its civilian nuclear power capacity, a senior government minister said, a stance analysts say could deepen a

South Africa open to nuclear project bids from Russia or Iran, minister says
Africa|Science|World

An apex carnivore was ‘king of the ancient Egyptian forest’ then mysteriously went extinct. A fossil could offer clues

An apex carnivore was ‘king of the ancient Egyptian forest’ then mysteriously went extinct. A fossil could offer clues

An apex carnivore was ‘king of the ancient Egyptian forest’ then mysteriously went extinct. A fossil could offer clues
Africa|Crime|World

Man hailed as world’s first imam to say he was gay is shot dead in South Africa

Man hailed as world’s first imam to say he was gay is shot dead in South Africa

Man hailed as world’s first imam to say he was gay is shot dead in South Africa
Africa|Health|Political

Detained Uganda opposition politician on hunger strike taken to hospital, lawmaker says

Detained Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye, who went on a hunger strike last week, has been rushed to hospital after his health deteriorated, an

Detained Uganda opposition politician on hunger strike taken to hospital, lawmaker says
Africa|Political|World

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels occupy a 2nd major city in Congo's mineral-rich east

Congo’s government says Rwanda-backed rebels have occupied a second major city in mineral-rich eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels occupy a 2nd major city in Congo's mineral-rich east
Africa|Health|Political|World

South Africa has more people living with HIV than any other country. Trump's aid freeze has hit hard

In the rural villages of South Africa, U.S. President Donald Trump’s sudden freeze on foreign aid impacts hundreds of thousands of HIV patients

South Africa has more people living with HIV than any other country. Trump's aid freeze has hit hard
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Militant attack kills six Benin soldiers, army spokesperson says

A militant attack on an army position has killed six soldiers in northern Benin, where government troops are trying to curb cross-border assaults by armed Islamist groups, an army

Africa|Crime|Political

Mauritius' former prime minister gets bail on money laundering charges

A court in Mauritius has released former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on bail following his arrest on charges of money laundering, a magistrate at the court said.

Mauritius' former prime minister gets bail on money laundering charges
Africa|Europe|Sports

Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo completes first ever sub-57 minute half marathon, smashing world record

Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo completes first ever sub-57 minute half marathon, smashing world record

Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo completes first ever sub-57 minute half marathon, smashing world record
Africa|Political|World

M23 rebels advance into eastern Congo's strategic city of Bukavu

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels advanced on Sunday into the centre of Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, meeting little resistance from government troops, witnesses and the armed

M23 rebels advance into eastern Congo's strategic city of Bukavu
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike kills three Palestinian police officers in Gaza, Interior Ministry says

An Israeli airstrike killed three Palestinian police officers east of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on Sunday, the Hamas-run Interior Ministry said, calling it

Israeli strike kills three Palestinian police officers in Gaza, Interior Ministry says
Africa|Political|World

Rebels seen in center of key DR Congo city after claiming takeover

Rebels seen in center of key DR Congo city after claiming takeover

Rebels seen in center of key DR Congo city after claiming takeover
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer tells hunger-striking mum he will press Egypt to release her son

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told a mother who has been on hunger strike for 140 days that he will press the Egyptian government to release her son

UK's Starmer tells hunger-striking mum he will press Egypt to release her son
Africa|Business|Economy|World

The collapse of a gold mine has killed 42 people and injured several others in Mali

A gold mine has collapsed in the east of Mali, leaving a preliminary death toll of 42 and many injured, according to Malian national television and local authorities

Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Over 40 people killed in Mali mine collapse

Forty-three people, mostly women, were killed after an artisanal gold mine collapsed in western Mali on Saturday, the head of an industry union said.

Africa|Political|US|World

White South Africans gather in support of Trump and his claims that they are victims of racism

Some white South Africans have showed support for President Donald Trump and gathered at the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria to claim they are victims of racism by their own government

White South Africans gather in support of Trump and his claims that they are victims of racism
Africa|Crime|Political

Former Mauritius Prime Minister arrested, says Financial Crimes Commission

Former Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has been arrested and is facing money laundering charges, the state-run Financial Crimes Commission said early on Sunday.

Former Mauritius Prime Minister arrested, says Financial Crimes Commission
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rwanda-backed rebels advance and Congolese forces retreat from eastern Congo's second largest city

Panic and looting are sweeping through eastern Congo’s second largest city as residents flee by the thousands to escape the looming advance of Rwanda-backed rebels

Rwanda-backed rebels advance and Congolese forces retreat from eastern Congo's second largest city
Africa|Political|World

Congo PM demands 'withdrawal of Rwandan troops' after M23 reach Bukavu suburbs

Chaotic scenes unfolded in the eastern Congo city of Bukavu on Saturday after M23 rebels reached its outskirts, while Congo's prime minister declined to comment on a threat by Uganda's army

Congo PM demands 'withdrawal of Rwandan troops' after M23 reach Bukavu suburbs
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Missing Central African Republic soldiers were kidnapped by Russian mercenaries, advocates allege

Human rights advocates and politicians from the region say Russian mercenaries are believed to be behind the disappearance of two soldiers in Central African Republic

Africa|Political|World

Djibouti's foreign minister elected to top African Union post

African leaders chose Djibouti's Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf to chair the African Union commission on Saturday at a summit dominated by fears of the Congo war

Djibouti's foreign minister elected to top African Union post
Africa|Political|World

Uganda military chief threatens to attack eastern Congo town of Bunia

Uganda will attack the town of Bunia in neighbouring eastern Congo unless "all forces" there surrender their arms within 24 hours, the chief of Ugandan defence forces, General

Uganda military chief threatens to attack eastern Congo town of Bunia
Africa|Election|Political|World

African leaders elect Djibouti's foreign minister as new leader of the African Union Commission

African leaders elected Djibouti’s foreign minister to become the next leader of the commission than runs the continent-wide African Union

Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Sudan's RSF attacks famine-stricken camp as battle lines harden

Sudan's Rapid Support

Sudan's RSF attacks famine-stricken camp as battle lines harden
Africa|Political|World

AU summit unlikely to make progress on Congo in face of Rwanda defiance

Congo's war tops the agenda at this weekend's African Union summit but chances of diplomatic progress are slim as rebels advance and Rwanda's leader

AU summit unlikely to make progress on Congo in face of Rwanda defiance
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Military overtones vibrate through renowned Mali arts festival

Listeners swayed as the celebrated Malian duo Amadou and Mariam sang from a stage on the banks of the Niger River at an annual festival coloured this year by

Military overtones vibrate through renowned Mali arts festival
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US global disaster response teams unable to deploy following USAID shutdown, sources say

A world-renowned U.S. program for international disaster and crisis assistance can no longer deploy in the event of a major emergency due to the Trump administration's

US global disaster response teams unable to deploy following USAID shutdown, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter, UN agency says

The U.N. refugee agency voiced concern at the "rapidly deteriorating" situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday, saying the war had left

Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter, UN agency says
Africa|Political|World

Congo rebels say they have entered Bukavu after seizing airport

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels entered eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's second-largest city Bukavu on Friday, a rebel leader told Reuters, as residents reported seeing the militants in the

Congo rebels say they have entered Bukavu after seizing airport
Africa|Political|World

M23 rebels reach airport near Bukavu in eastern Congo

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have reached the strategic Kavumu airport that services Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province, three sources told

Africa|Crime|Political|World

What's happening in Congo and why are M23 rebels fighting?

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels who in late January captured Goma, the biggest city in eastern Congo, have since been advancing around one of Africa's great lakes, Lake Kivu, towards the second-

What's happening in Congo and why are M23 rebels fighting?
Africa|Political|World

Rwanda-backed rebels advance into eastern Congo's 2nd major city of Bukavu, residents say

Residents and community leaders say that Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo have entered the region’s second-largest city of Bukavu, the latest ground gained since a major escalation of their yearslong fighting with government forces

Rwanda-backed rebels advance into eastern Congo's 2nd major city of Bukavu, residents say
Africa|Crime|World

Civilian death toll exceeds 80 after east Congo militia attack, says UN mission

More than 80 civilians were killed in a late night attack by the armed group CODECO on a cluster of villages in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this week, UN peacekeeping

Africa|Europe|Political|World

European Parliament seeks freeze on EU aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict

The European Parliament

European Parliament seeks freeze on EU aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict
Africa|Health|Political|World

Paramilitary forces raid Sudan’s largest refugee camp

Paramilitary forces raid Sudan’s largest refugee camp

Africa|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

Emerging economies most vulnerable to USAID elimination

War-torn countries, those with high levels of debt and U.S. allies such as Jordan have the most to lose if the United States Agency for

Emerging economies most vulnerable to USAID elimination
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

Kenya's budget deficit set to narrow in 2025/26, finance ministry says

Kenya expects to have a slightly narrower budget deficit and a modest increase in overall spending in its 2025/26 (July-June) fiscal year compared with the year that ends in June,

Kenya's budget deficit set to narrow in 2025/26, finance ministry says
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Armed fighters have raped scores of children in eastern Congo, UNICEF says

The U.N. children’s fund is accusing armed men, likely on both sides of the conflict in eastern Congo, of raping scores of children over the past weeks as rebels expand their footprint and push government forces out

Armed fighters have raped scores of children in eastern Congo, UNICEF says
Africa

How Trump's USAID cuts impact women in South Africa

Thandiwe Mhlambi talks to Christiane Amanpour about how USAID has bettered her life, and what life may be like without it.

How Trump's USAID cuts impact women in South Africa
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|World

Nigerian lawmakers approve $200 million to offset shortfall from US health aid cuts

Nigerian lawmakers have approved an additional $200 million for the health sector as part of its 2025 spending plan to offset the shortfall from U.S. aid cuts

Africa|Business|Economy|Environment

Thorny problems with Valentine’s roses: Invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt Kenya’s exports

This Valentine's Day Kenya's flower industry is being ravaged by pests, leading some flower farmers to rely more heavily on toxic pesticides

Thorny problems with Valentine’s roses: Invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt Kenya’s exports
Africa|Asia|Crime|World

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, mostly Ethiopians, army says

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, mostly Ethiopians, army says

Africa|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

European naval force helps free ship seized by suspected Somali pirates off Horn of Africa

A European naval force in the Mideast helped free a Yemeni fishing boat seized by suspected Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa

Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Bodies of 11 more migrants found in southeast Libya, security official says

Libyan security authorities have recovered at least 11 more bodies of migrants a mass grave in the southeast of the country, a security official told Reuters on Thursday.

Bodies of 11 more migrants found in southeast Libya, security official says
Africa|Americas|Crime|Travel|World

Man whose wife was killed in a hippo attack in Africa sues the US company that booked the trip

A New Jersey man whose wife was killed in a hippopotamus attack last year during a safari in Africa is suing the U.S. company that arranged the trip

Man whose wife was killed in a hippo attack in Africa sues the US company that booked the trip
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

African leaders to push for slavery reparations despite resistance

African leaders meeting in Ethiopia this weekend are to launch a new push for slavery and colonial reparations, but can expect to be stonewalled by former colonial

African leaders to push for slavery reparations despite resistance
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Rwanda central bank holds key rate despite pickup in inflation

Rwanda's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 6.5% for the second monetary policy meeting in a row, saying that despite a recent pickup in

Rwanda central bank holds key rate despite pickup in inflation
Africa|Economy|Political

Nigerian lawmakers pass increased budget of $36.6 billion for 2025

Nigerian lawmakers approved a budget of 54.99 trillion naira ($36.6 billion) for 2025, exceeding the proposal submitted by President Bola Tinubu, the parliamentary

Nigerian lawmakers pass increased budget of $36.6 billion for 2025
Africa|Asia|Crime|World

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, army says

Thailand has received 260 human trafficking victims, more than half of them Ethiopians, from Myanmar, its army said on Thursday, in a massive repatriation that comes amid a

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, army says
Africa|Political|World

Humanitarian catastrophe looms in east Congo as rebels push south, official says

The advance of Rwanda-backed M23 rebels into Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province threatens to trigger a humanitarian catastrophe in an area already housing thousands of

Humanitarian catastrophe looms in east Congo as rebels push south, official says
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Imane Khelif says she will ‘stand firm’ following legal action after winning Olympic gold

Imane Khelif says she will ‘stand firm’ following legal action after winning Olympic gold

Imane Khelif says she will ‘stand firm’ following legal action after winning Olympic gold
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

24 people have died in a head-on collision between a bus and a truck in Zimbabwe, police say

Police say 24 people have died in a collision between a bus and a truck in Zimbabwe

Africa|Crime|Political|Technology|World

How your phone may be fueling deadly fighting in Congo

Video shows gunfire and clashes in Goma, a key location in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, after a rebel group claimed to have captured the area. Goma is in a conflict-battered province of the DRC and this, CNN’s Salma Abdelaziz explains, may be linked to consumers’ ravaging demand for smartphones.

How your phone may be fueling deadly fighting in Congo
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Egypt's President Sisi to stay away from White House if Gaza displacement on agenda

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will not travel to

Egypt's President Sisi to stay away from White House if Gaza displacement on agenda
Africa|Health|Science|World

Countries with confirmed cases of new mpox strain

Countries outside of Africa are still reporting cases of the clade Ib form of the mpox virus that prompted the World Health Organization to declare the virus a global public health

Africa|Election|Political|World

Ethiopia's election body suspends Tigray regional party's activities

Ethiopia's national elections body on Thursday imposed a three-month suspension on a party that administers the war-scarred Tigray region, saying it had breached laws governing

Africa|Political|World

Liberia's president suspends over 450 government officials for failing to declare their assets

Liberia’s president has suspended over 450 government officials who failed to declare their assets to the anti-corruption agency on time

Africa|Crime|Health|Political

Attorney says opposition figure detained in Uganda for alleged crimes against the state is unwell

A prominent opposition figure jailed in Uganda for allegedly threatening state security is unwell and in need of urgent medical care

Africa|Health|Political|US|World

USAID employees detail harrowing exits from DR Congo amid violence as Trump administration dismantles agency

USAID employees detail harrowing exits from DR Congo amid violence as Trump administration dismantles agency

USAID employees detail harrowing exits from DR Congo amid violence as Trump administration dismantles agency
Africa|Political|World

Congolese church leaders meet Rwanda-backed rebels in the east in latest push for peace

Congo’s largest church organizations have met with Rwanda-backed rebels in the country’s east to advocate for peace and dialogue after weekslong fighting

Congolese church leaders meet Rwanda-backed rebels in the east in latest push for peace
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Russian Red Sea base deal still on the table, Sudanese FM says

An agreement signed years ago for the creation of a Russian naval base in Sudan remains on the table following talks in Moscow, Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Yusef Sharif said in an

Russian Red Sea base deal still on the table, Sudanese FM says
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Barrick aims to reopen Mali mine once it can ship gold, CEO says

Barrick Gold will resume operations at its shuttered Loulo-Gounkoto mine in Mali once authorities in the country allow it to resume gold shipments

Barrick aims to reopen Mali mine once it can ship gold, CEO says
Africa|Economy|Political

Audit shows Senegal's previous government misreported key economic data

Senegal's Court of Auditors released a long-awaited review of the country's finances on Wednesday that confirmed the previous government

Africa|Political|World

Congo Catholic delegation meets rebel leader as forces advance

Representatives of Congo's powerful Catholic church met on Wednesday with a rebel leader whose Rwandan-backed M23 forces last month seized Goma, the biggest city in the country's east, and

Congo Catholic delegation meets rebel leader as forces advance
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Global marine fuel sales jump in 2024 on Red Sea diversions

Global marine fuel sales jumped in 2024 after attacks by Yemen's Houthis starting in late 2023 prompted most shipping companies to divert vessels around southern

Global marine fuel sales jump in 2024 on Red Sea diversions
Africa|Health|Political|World

Protests after 2 sudden deaths force closure of hospital trauma unit in Central African Republic

Families and activists in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, have protested over the government’s closure of a critical unit at the main public hospital following two sudden deaths

Protests after 2 sudden deaths force closure of hospital trauma unit in Central African Republic
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France, Senegal say in talks to arrange departure of French troops

Senegal and France will set up a joint commission to organize the departure of French troops from Senegal and the restitution of French military bases by the end of 2025, the foreign

Africa|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Christian aid groups weigh life-threatening choices about who to help after USAID funding pause

Christian aid groups are being hard-hit after the Trump administration froze most foreign aid and sidelined the U.S. Agency for International Development

Christian aid groups weigh life-threatening choices about who to help after USAID funding pause
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|US

South Africa's G20 ambitions bump up against reality of Trump

South Africa's G20 presidency was meant to be an opportunity to get rich, powerful nations to pay attention to poorer countries'

South Africa's G20 ambitions bump up against reality of Trump
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

China flexes its media muscle in Africa – encouraging positive headlines as part of a soft power agenda

Beijing has long used infrastructure development as a means of building influence in Africa. Now, it’s using media as well.

China flexes its media muscle in Africa – encouraging positive headlines as part of a soft power agenda
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Libyan state minister survives assassination attempt in Tripoli, govt says

A Libyan state minister survived an assassination attempt when gunmen opened fire on his car in the capital Tripoli on Wednesday, a government statement said.

Africa|Business|Technology|World

Fighting in Africa’s mineral-rich DRC killed over 3,000 in less than 2 weeks. Here’s how your phone plays a part

Fighting in Africa’s mineral-rich DRC killed over 3,000 in less than 2 weeks. Here’s how your phone plays a part

Fighting in Africa’s mineral-rich DRC killed over 3,000 in less than 2 weeks. Here’s how your phone plays a part
Africa|Business|Economy|Political

South Africa business confidence stabilises after surging late last year

South African business confidence stabilised in January, data showed on Wednesday, after surging in the second half of 2024 because of optimism about the country's economic

South Africa business confidence stabilises after surging late last year
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Detained Ugandan opposition figure Besigye is on hunger strike, his wife says

A prominent opposition figure in Uganda who is on trial in a military tribunal has begun a hunger strike, his wife said, two weeks after the country's top

Detained Ugandan opposition figure Besigye is on hunger strike, his wife says
Africa|Americas|Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Amnesty International details gruesome impact of gang violence on children in Haiti

Amnesty International has released a report that details the impact gang violence has had on children across Haiti and called for immediate action

Amnesty International details gruesome impact of gang violence on children in Haiti
Africa|Health|Political|US|World

US aid freeze paralyzes NGOs working to help millions of internally displaced people in Somalia

In a desolate makeshift camp on the fringes of Somalia’s capital, tens of thousands of internally displaced people sit under the baking sun not sure if they can have access to food rations and medication following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decree to freeze most of his country’s foreign aid

US aid freeze paralyzes NGOs working to help millions of internally displaced people in Somalia
Africa|Economy|Political|World

110,000 people are stranded in eastern Congo as rebels are accused of forced return

The U.N. says more than 110,000 displaced people have in recent days left settlement camps in eastern Congo’s cities controlled by Rwanda-backed rebels after the rebels were accused of forced camp closures

110,000 people are stranded in eastern Congo as rebels are accused of forced return
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip

Egypt said on Tuesday it plans to offer a "comprehensive proposal" to rebuild Gaza while ensuring Palestinians remain on their land, according to a foreign ministry statement.

Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip
Africa|Health|Political|US|World

Congo humanitarian operations hit hard by Trump aid pause, says UN official

A U.S. pause on foreign aid has had a "major impact" in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where humanitarian operations last year were 70% funded by

Congo humanitarian operations hit hard by Trump aid pause, says UN official
Africa|Political|World

M23 rebels threaten to advance on Bukavu as fighting flares

The Rwandan-backed M23 armed group in Democratic Republic of Congo threatened on Tuesday to advance on the provincial capital of Bukavu, citing a "dangerously deteriorating" situation, as

M23 rebels threaten to advance on Bukavu as fighting flares
Africa|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump's accusations against South Africa spark 'white privilege' self-mockery

U.S.

Trump's accusations against South Africa spark 'white privilege' self-mockery
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

UAE proposes Sudan ceasefire; army rejects the call

The United Arab Emirates called on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Sudan during the coming holy month of Ramadan, a UAE official said, a call rejected by the Sudanese army, as the

UAE proposes Sudan ceasefire; army rejects the call
Africa|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

China builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid

On the outskirts of Cairo, a cutting-edge space lab was supposed to be the first in Africa to

China builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Islamic State attacks military bases in Somalia's Puntland

The Islamic State armed group attacked military bases in Somalia's northeastern Puntland state overnight with suicide car and motorbike bombs, but government forces repelled the

Africa|Crime|World

Militia kills more than 35 civilians in east Congo village attack

Armed militants killed more than 35 civilians in an attack on a cluster of villages in eastern Democratic Republic of

Africa|Economy|Education|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

In search of economic boost, some African countries send workers abroad

They line up by the hundreds to meet recruiters at schools in provincial towns and convention halls in large cities, some carrying advanced

In search of economic boost, some African countries send workers abroad
Africa|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

What we know about the Super Bowl halftime show demonstrator

What we know about the Super Bowl halftime show demonstrator

What we know about the Super Bowl halftime show demonstrator
Africa|Europe|Political|US|World

Norwegian Refugee Council NGO to suspend some aid work across 20 countries due to Trump policy

The

Norwegian Refugee Council NGO to suspend some aid work across 20 countries due to Trump policy
Africa|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan says at least 16 nationals died in migrant boat sinking near Libya

Pakistan says at least 16 citizens died when a boat carrying Europe-bound migrants capsized near the Libyan coast over the weekend

Africa|Political|US|World

South Africa does have a history of racist land inequality. Just not in the way Trump and Musk are portraying

South Africa does have a history of racist land inequality. Just not in the way Trump and Musk are portraying

South Africa does have a history of racist land inequality. Just not in the way Trump and Musk are portraying
Africa|Crime|World

At least 55 civilians killed by militia fighters in northeastern Congo

Authorities say militia fighters in northeastern Congo have killed at least 55 civilians in an attack on a cluster of villages and a camp for displaced people camp

Africa|Health|World

Ebola cases in Uganda rise to 9, while 265 others are being monitored under quarantine

Health authorities in Uganda say Ebola cases in the country have risen to nine while 265 other people are being monitored under quarantine

Ebola cases in Uganda rise to 9, while 265 others are being monitored under quarantine
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Egypt tells US top diplomat Rubio that Arab states reject Trump's Gaza plan

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty told U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday that Arab states rejected U.S.

Egypt tells US top diplomat Rubio that Arab states reject Trump's Gaza plan
Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Suspected Somali pirates seize boat off Horn of Africa

Suspected Somali pirates have seized a Yemeni fishing boat off the Horn of Africa

Africa|Science|World

USGS reports 5.1 magnitude quake in northern Morocco

The United States Geological survey (USGS) said early on Tuesday that a 5.1 magnitude quake hit near Ksar el Kebir in northern Morocco. There were no official reports of casualties.

Africa|Crime|Political|World

Trial begins for 84 Congolese soldiers accused of murder, rape and other crimes against civilians

The trial of 84 Congolese soldiers accused of murder, rape and other crimes against civilians in the country’s conflict-battered east has begun

Africa|Education|Health|World

Making a splash in South Sudan: Local students saving lives in remote African villages

Making a splash in South Sudan: Local students saving lives in remote African villages

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Gaza ceasefire mediators fear breakdown of deal, Egyptian security sources say

Mediators fear a breakdown of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, two Egyptian security sources said on Monday, after Hamas said Israel was not serious about executing the deal and

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Egypt annual inflation rate inches down to 24% in January

Egypt's annual urban consumer price inflation rate inched down to 24% year-on-year in January from 24.1% in December, data from statistics agency CAPMAS showed on Monday.

Egypt annual inflation rate inches down to 24% in January
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South Africa's military reinforces beleaguered Congo mission

South Africa has sent additional troops and military equipment to Democratic Republic of Congo in recent days, political and diplomatic

South Africa's military reinforces beleaguered Congo mission
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The South African land law that prompted a Trump executive order is being challenged in court

South Africa’s second biggest political party has launched a legal challenge against a new land expropriation law that was roundly criticized by U.S. President Donald Trump

The South African land law that prompted a Trump executive order is being challenged in court
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South African party accuses white group of treason over Trump attack

The party of South Africa's ex-president Jacob Zuma on Monday filed a treason complaint against AfriForum, a group championing the white Afrikaner minority, after

South African party accuses white group of treason over Trump attack
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Botswana sees 3.3% growth in 2025 amid upturn in diamond market

Botswana's economy is forecast to grow 3.3% this year after a contraction in 2024, due to an expected recovery in the global diamond market, its

Botswana sees 3.3% growth in 2025 amid upturn in diamond market
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Migrants' bodies in Libya mass graves had gunshot wounds, IOM says

Some of the bodies of migrants found in two mass graves in Libya bore gunshot wounds, the International Organization for Migration said on Monday, adding that one of the sites is

Migrants' bodies in Libya mass graves had gunshot wounds, IOM says
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HIV infections could jump over 6 times if US support is dropped and not replaced, UNAIDS chief says

The head of the U.N. AIDS agency says the number of new HIV infections could jump more than six times by 2029 if American support of the biggest AIDS program is dropped

HIV infections could jump over 6 times if US support is dropped and not replaced, UNAIDS chief says
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South Africa halts search for trapped illegal miners over safety concerns

South African authorities on Monday suspended rescue operations for an unspecified number of alleged illegal miners trapped in an abandoned mine shaft west of Johannesburg due

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The stark divide that South Africa's land act seeks to bridge

The township of Fateng Tse Ntsho houses some 7,000 Black South Africans, its huddle of corrugated metal roofs surrounded on all sides by vast

The stark divide that South Africa's land act seeks to bridge
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Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt during private burial ceremony

The Aga Khan IV has been laid to rest in Egypt in a private ceremony

Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt during private burial ceremony
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Egypt announces emergency Arab summit after Trump's Gaza plan infuriates key allies

Egypt has announced it will host an emergency Arab summit on Feb. 27 to discuss “new and dangerous developments” after U.S. President Donald Trump proposed to resettle Palestinians from the Gaza Strip

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Egypt disapproves of statements by Netanyahu in US media, foreign ministry says

Egypt disapproves of the statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in U.S. media describing them as "misleading accusations", the foreign ministry said late on

Egypt disapproves of statements by Netanyahu in US media, foreign ministry says
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Dozens of runaway Congo soldiers face trial on violence charges

Congo authorities will put at least 75 soldiers on trial on Monday for fleeing the advance of Rwanda-backed M23 rebels into the eastern province of South Kivu and for violence against

Dozens of runaway Congo soldiers face trial on violence charges
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'No thanks', white South Africans turn down Trump's immigration offer

U.S.

'No thanks', white South Africans turn down Trump's immigration offer
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Sudan to form new government after regaining Khartoum, say military sources

The formation of a new Sudanese government is expected to happen after the recapture of Khartoum is completed, military sources told Reuters on Sunday, a day

Sudan to form new government after regaining Khartoum, say military sources
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2 mass graves with bodies of nearly 50 migrants found in southeastern Libya

Libya authorities uncovered nearly 50 bodies this week from two mass graves in the country’s southeastern desert in the latest tragedy involving people seeking to reach Europe through the chaos-stricken North African country

2 mass graves with bodies of nearly 50 migrants found in southeastern Libya
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Bodies of migrants recovered in southeast Libya, attorney general says

Libya's security authorities recovered at least 28 bodies of migrants from a mass grave in the desert in southeast Libya, the country's attorney general said on its Facebook page

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Ethiopia says debt restructuring negotiations in final stage

Ethiopia is in the "final stages" of negotiations with its creditors in an ongoing plan to restructure its debt, its finance minister, Ahmed Shide, said on Sunday.

Ethiopia says debt restructuring negotiations in final stage
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Egypt to host emergency Arab summit on 27 February to discuss 'serious' Palestinian developments

Egypt will host an emergency Arab summit on 27 February to discuss what it described as "serious" developments for Palestinians, according to a statement from the Egyptian foreign

Egypt to host emergency Arab summit on 27 February to discuss 'serious' Palestinian developments
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Mali army says 25 civilians killed in convoy ambush

Insurgents killed 25 civilians and injured 13 others in an ambush of a military-escorted convoy near Mali's northeastern city of Gao on Friday, the army said late on Saturday.

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Why is Trump punishing South Africa and who are the Afrikaners he wants to give refugee status to?

U.S. President Donald Trump has followed through on his promise to punish South Africa by signing an executive order stopping all aid and assistance to the country over what he called a human rights violation against a white minority group

Why is Trump punishing South Africa and who are the Afrikaners he wants to give refugee status to?