CAF President Patrice Motsepe resolves dispute in South Africa women’s team
Patrice Motsepe, the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has stepped in to address a dispute between the...
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Israelis stage massive airport protest against judicial overhaul
Hundreds of Israelis gathered today at Israel's Ben Gurion airport near Tel Aviv to voice their opposition to the government's...
South Africa’s Zulu King Dismisses Poisoning Rumors and Affirms Good Health
The neighboring country where he was undergoing a routine medical check-up, the Zulu king, Misuzulu Zulu, vehemently denied rumors of...
Senegalese President Macky Sall announces decision not to pursue controversial third term
Senegal's President Macky Sall, known for his soft-spoken demeanor, surprised the nation on Monday with his announcement that he would...
France witnesses significant reduction in overnight protest violence, government responds
Tthe interior ministry of France announced on Tuesday that the level of violence during overnight protests had significantly decreased by...
Senegal President Macky Sall pledges not to seek third term
President Macky Sall has officially declared that he will not seek a third term in office. His decision, which was...
Eric Adams’ Community Op Ed: New York City’s Budget: Investing in Working Families and New Yorkers in Need.
Our city’s budget reflects our values, and for my administration, the needs of everyday people come first. This year, we...
Opposition leader Sonko urges Senegalese to rally ahead of President’s speech
Ousmane Sonko, a prominent opposition leader in Senegal, has urged the public to gather in large numbers before President Macky...
Lebanon’s Innovative ‘Drive-Throw’ Recycling Aims to Tackle Garbage Crisis
A unique "drive-through" recycling initiative has emerged, allowing motorists to exchange empty bottles and cardboard for cash. The country has...
Former VP Pence, UK ex-PM Truss back exiled Iran opposition group
Former US vice president Mike Pence and British ex-prime minister Liz Truss on Saturday gave their backing to an exiled...
Protesters keep pressure on Israel PM over reform plan
Israelis protested again on Saturday against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed judicial reform plans, days after he said he had...
UN chief calls on world to make troubled Haiti ‘top priority’
On a visit to spotlight violence and chaos in Haiti, the UN secretary-general on Saturday called for a robust international...
Ukraine war ‘corrosive’ for Putin, CIA ‘opportunity’: spy chief
Russia's war in Ukraine has had a "corrosive" effect on Russian President Vladimir Putin, CIA Director William Burns said Saturday,...
Nestle steps up reforestation project in Ivory Coast
Nestle is stepping up its project to combat deforestation in Ivory Coast caused by the growth of cocoa farming, bringing...
Moroccan women shake up world of Gnaoua music
Young Moroccan women are bringing new and inclusive energy to the centuries-old art of Gnaoua, a spiritual musical repertoire traditionally...
Iran snooker passion grows as fans take cue from ‘Persian Prince’
A passion for snooker has swept Iran in recent years, a trend fans attribute largely to the country's first internationally...
Israel approves buying 25 new F-35 stealth fighter jets: ministry
Israel has approved buying a third squadron of advanced F-35 fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin in a $3-billion deal,...
‘Thin-armoured’ French tanks impractical for attacks, says Ukraine commander
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked French leader Emmanuel Macron for sending light combat tanks to Kyiv, and Defense Minister Oleksiy...
Fighting shakes Khartoum as displaced battle disease
Fierce fighting between the forces of rival generals shook the Sudanese capital Khartoum on Sunday as disease and malnutrition threatened...
Zulu king undergoes tests following adviser’s sudden death: Spokesman
South Africa's Zulu king, head of the country's most influential traditional monarchy, has undergone "thorough" medical examinations following the sudden...
Biden to travel to UK, NATO summit, Finland: White House
US President Joe Biden has scheduled a diplomatic trip to Europe this month with stops in the United Kingdom, at...
Hamas lets Gaza residents pose with weapons for first time
The armed wing of Gaza's Islamist rulers Hamas has put its weapons on public display, in a first open event...
US eases Ethiopia aid restrictions, citing rights progress
The United States said Friday that it was easing restrictions on aid to Ethiopia, pointing to progress on human rights...
3 Chinese navy ships visit Nigeria to strengthen bilateral ties
The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprising MSL Destroyer NANNING, MSL Frigate SANYA, and Supply Ship WEISHANHU, on...
Teacher arrested for defiling pupil at maize farm
A junior secondary school teacher, Eric Rotich, aged 38, has been apprehended over the weekend after he was caught in...
Unrest in France leads to tourism sector setbacks
France's tourism industry is experiencing a decline due to the ongoing violent protests following the tragic police shooting of a...
Dutch king anticipated to apologize for slavery
King Willem-Alexander is widely expected to issue a formal apology on behalf of the Netherlands for its involvement in slavery....
Shipping’s climate impact under scrutiny as nations seek emission reductions
The substantial carbon footprint of global shipping networks, which traverse the world's oceans and sustain the global economy, will face...
French Riots: 1,000 arrested prior to teenager’s funeral
France experienced a fourth night of protests marked by violence and looting, leading to nearly 1,000 arrests. The police force...
Tragic Kenya road accident claims dozens of lives
A devastating road accident in western Kenya resulted in the loss of at least 48 lives as a truck veered...
South African President Cleared of $580k Farm Cash Theft Scandal
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been exonerated of all charges related to a high-profile burglary scandal that nearly jeopardized...
Editorial: Understanding the Significance of Eid-ul-Adha in the Muslim Community
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, holds immense importance for Muslims worldwide. This significant Islamic holiday is celebrated...
Israel harnesses technology to assist farmers
Amid the escalating challenges posed by climate change and global population growth, Israeli technology offers an array of inventions and...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op Ed: Risky Business Kills. We Can Stop It
Last week, our city witnessed two tragedies that could have been prevented: A deadly fire at an e-bike shop and...
Anger persists year after fatal Spain-Morocco border tragedy
The tragic incident that occurred one year ago at the Spain-Morocco border, resulting in the deaths of at least 23...
Zimbabwe’s carbon credit takeover raises concerns among locals, investors
In the early morning light, Peter Mudenda scans the dirt road encircled by mopane trees, searching for signs of elephants....
Senegal sheep farmers face instability following unrest
Sheep farmers in Senegal are facing increased instability due to recent unrest in the country. The violence, triggered by the...
Terrorist attack strikes military base in Somalia amid AU troop drawdown
Terrorists from the Al-Shabaab group has launched an attack on a military base in Somalia on Wednesday, coinciding with the...
President Mnangagwa assures ‘peace’ as election looms
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has submitted his candidacy papers on Wednesday, expressing confidence that Zimbabwe's upcoming elections would proceed peacefully despite...
Trial of Guinea’s ex-Dictator Camara delayed Again, casting doubt on justice for massacre victims
The long-awaited trial of Moussa Dadis Camara, the former dictator of Guinea, for his involvement in a 2009 massacre, has...
Nigeria struggles to establish dominance in African eSports
A professional gamer from Lagos has emerged victorious in a thrilling "Street Fighter" battle, eliciting thunderous cheers from the crowd....
IMF, World Bank face pressure to increase climate change financing
Top officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank are under scrutiny as they join economic leaders...
Ukraine’s ground perspective on counter-offensive
As Ukraine's counter-offensive surpasses one week, Kyiv reports modest gains in its struggle to reclaim territory from entrenched Russian forces....
Refugee team flag bearer from Iran shines at European games
Kasra Mehdipournejad, a taekwondo specialist and a refugee from Iran, is set to make his mark as the flag bearer...
Military junta in Mali lodges formal complaint of ‘espionage’ against UN mission
Military junta in Mali lodges formal complaint of 'espionage' against UN mission Mali's ruling junta has lodged a complaint of...
Nigeria qualifies for Africa Cup of Nations
In a thrilling encounter on Sunday, Nigeria secured their place in the finals of the Africa Cup of Nations with...
Rower ends EU tour to expose waterway pollution
A courageous explorer concluded an independent rowing expedition across Europe on Sunday, with the purpose of exposing the pollution plaguing...
Uruguay abandons plan to melt, recast Nazi bronze
Uruguayan authorities have decided to reverse their previous plans to melt down a bronze eagle recovered from a sunken Nazi...
UN to adopt historic high seas treaty to protect marine ecosystems
The United Nations has disclosed a plan to adopt the world's first international treaty aimed at safeguarding the high seas,...
African asylum seekers in Cyprus find hope in Music of Gambian artist
In the bustling streets of Nicosia, the sound of African drums resonates each week, offering Ibrahim Kamara a momentary respite...
