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Ugandan athlete hospitalized after petrol attack in Kenya
The 33-year-old athlete, who recently competed in the Paris Olympics, suffered burns covering more than 75% of her body
SAF airstrikes kill 10 civilians in Darfur’s Mellit
The airstrikes targeted several neighborhoods in Mellit, including al-Nasr and al-Qubba, where eight bombs were dropped, destroying four houses
Six murder suspects killed in shootout with South African police
The suspects were linked to a recent spate of killings, including a triple murder on Friday and the execution-style slaying of four others on Sunday
Jacob Zuma’s daughter engages to king of Eswatini
At the Reed Dance ceremony in Eswatini, Nomceba Zuma confirmed her engagement to King Mswati, joining hundreds of young women in traditional dress for the annual celebration.
Nigerian protesters charged with treason, plead not guilty
The Nigerian government’s crackdown on protests has raised concerns about the country’s commitment to democracy and human rights.
UN climate change forum inaugurated by Tanzania’s VP
Tanzania’s vice-president Philip Mpango inaugurated a crucial UN-sanctioned forum in Arusha aimed at accelerating global climate action and improving funding strategies.
Whistleblowers expose illegal Libyan military training in S Africa
Ninety-five Libyans were deported from South Africa after being caught training for a Libyan military commander at a secret camp.
Gunshots ring out as prisoners try to escape DR Congo jail
A failed prison break attempt occurred at Makala prison in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in gunfire and casualties.
Humanitarian crises in Africa grow due to climate change
Africa is experiencing the brunt of climate change, with rising temperatures, extreme weather, and severe impacts on agriculture, food security, and public health.
Africa’s digital economy surges with mobile money and e-commerce
As Africa continues to embrace digital transformation, it’s poised to become a global leader in the digital economy
Another deadly bus accident tragedy strikes South Africa
Two bus accidents in South Africa this week have resulted in the deaths of 15 people, with dozens more injured.
Two Israelis face charges for assaulting hotel staff in Egypt
Egyptian authorities have detained two Israeli citizens for assaulting hotel workers in Taba.
African leaders in Beijing as China seeks to expand exports
China will push African nations at an upcoming summit to increase imports of its goods, especially green technologies, before Western export restrictions take effect.
Smart cities network drives Africa’s urban transformation
Africa is poised to lead the way in building the cities of the future—cities that are smart, resilient, and capable
Hounded beauty queen wins miss universe nigeria
A former Miss South Africa contestant, who withdrew from the competition amidst xenophobic attacks, has found triumph in Nigeria.
Heavy rains and flooding kill 20 in Niger
Over last 3 months, flooding across country has displaced over 353,000, latest data shows
Rwanda’s president retires over 1,000 soldiers from military
Move follows sacking of more than 200 soldiers due to ‘gross misconduct’
Three Arab Israelis, two Egyptians injured in Taba hotel brawl
The incident reportedly began when an Arab Israeli tourist verbally insulted an Egyptian hotel employee
Whale watching in South Africa: Hermanus a global hotspot
Hermanus is often referred to as the ‘Whale Watching Capital of the World’
Germany ends military presence in coup-ridden Niger
Germany’s military presence in Niger has come to an end as the country’s junta-run government refused to extend the agreement allowing German troops to operate there.
UN releases emergency funds for humanitarian needs in Africa
The UN has allocated $100 million to address humanitarian crises in 10 countries, mostly African nations.
Russian paramilitary unit withdraws from Burkina Faso
Ukraine’s cross-border attack has forced Russia to recall its mercenaries from Burkina Faso, disrupting their operations in the West African country.
Migrants stranded in Tunisian desert without food or water
A Tunisian rights group has rescued 28 migrants stranded in the desert near the Tunisian-Algerian border without food or water.
