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Why is South Africa still waiting for a female president? Apr 30, 2024

The country has yet to produce a female president—something the upcoming general elections are unlikely to change.

Dubai begins construction of 'world's largest' airport terminal Apr 28, 2024

Once fully operational, the airport will handle a passenger capacity of 260 million annually.

Time running out for patients as doctors' strike persists Apr 27, 2024

The healthcare system has long been overburdened and underfunded, but it has ground to a near halt after about 7,000 professionals walked off the job.

Sudanese filmmakers shine light on war's 'silent problems' Apr 27, 2024

The desperation from the war was highlighted at the Aswan International Women Film Festival through five Sudanese short films.

155 killed in Tanzania as heavy rains cause floods, landslides: PM Apr 25, 2024

In Kenya, 13 people have been killed in flash floods that hit the capital Nairobi this week, while 100,000 people have been displaced in Burundi by m...

Migrant detentions set to begin after parliament passes UK-Rwanda plan Apr 23, 2024

Sunak said the legislation would deter record numbers of migrants crossing the Channel from northern France, and disrupt people-smuggling gangs.

10 killed as two Malaysian navy helicopters collide mid-air Apr 23, 2024

One of the choppers was seen clipping the rear rotor of another helicopter, causing both to go into a tailspin and crash.

African leaders call for more cooperation in anti-terror war Apr 22, 2024

The counter-terrorism summit in Nigeria is discussing solutions including a possible regional military force.

Suspected militants kidnap over 110 civilians in Mali Apr 22, 2024

Mali has since 2012 been ravaged by different factions affiliated with Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State group as well as local groups.

Central Africa holds 3 days of mourning after 58 die in river disaster Apr 22, 2024

Authorities have said 58 bodies were retrieved from the Mpoko River in the capital Bangui after the vessel capsized on Friday.

Gunmen kill six Nigerian soldiers in ambush, army says Apr 22, 2024

Largely rural Shiroro, where the incident took place, is frequently attacked by armed gangs targeting villages and security personnel.

Ugandan businesses reopen after four-day tax protest Apr 20, 2024

Shops and other businesses are protesting against high interest rates, taxes, and a new levy on imported clothing.

Businesses shut down across Uganda in tax protest Apr 17, 2024

The week-long action launched by the Federation of Uganda Traders Association has spread from the capital, Kampala.

Security Council to vote Thursday on Palestinian state UN membership Apr 17, 2024

The General Assembly can admit a new member state with a two-thirds majority vote, but only after the Security Council gives its recommendation.

Saudi reviews football fan rules after whip attack Apr 15, 2024

Footage doing rounds on social media shows Al Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah, a Moroccan national, getting into a tense exchange with a fan in t...

Somali-born Abdi Nageeye wins Rotterdam marathon Apr 14, 2024

The Somalia-born Nageeye clocked 2hr 04.45min, finishing five seconds ahead of Ethiopian Amedework Walelegn.

Tanzania heavy rains, floods kill 58 so far in April Apr 14, 2024

The coastal region of the East African country is one of the worst affected, an official says.

15 dead in eastern DRC attacks blamed on ADF rebels Apr 14, 2024

The ADF has established a presence over the past three decades in the eastern DRC, killing thousands of civilians.

A year into Sudan war, refugees try to survive in Chad Apr 14, 2024

Today Chad is home to almost a million Sudanese refugees -- more than any other country.

Iran says retaliation 'concluded,' warns Israel not to respond Apr 14, 2024

"However, should the Israeli regime make another mistake, Iran's response will be considerably more severe," the Iranian mission warned.

Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Israel Apr 14, 2024

Iran's Revolutionary Guards confirmed a drone and missile attack was launched against Israel in retaliation for the Damascus strike which killed seven...

Rwandan court sentences woman found guilty of genocide to life Apr 13, 2024

The sentencing came days after Rwanda marked 30 years since the genocide carried out by the Hutu regime between April and July 1994.

Transitional ruling council finally forms in Haiti Apr 13, 2024

The formation of the council is also a first step toward holding a presidential election by early 2026.

Ethiopia police shoot dead two men planning an attack Apr 12, 2024

One of the three was shot dead, a second died of his wounds in hospital while the third was arrested, the statement said.

Soldiers and militia turn on civilians in encircled DR Congo's Goma city Apr 12, 2024

Goma has a resident population of one million, with another million displaced by the war crammed into desperate, temporary camps that have become the...

Sudan's silent suffering, one year into generals' war Apr 12, 2024

During the current war, government forces have used their air power to bomb targets on the ground, but failed to gain back much territory and have bee...

Mali bans media coverage of political parties: official Apr 11, 2024

It did not indicate what would happen to media organisations that do observe the ban.

38 inmates on the run after walking out of Comoros prison main gate Apr 11, 2024

Officials in the Indian Ocean archipelago said 38 prisoners escaped an overcrowded jail in the capital, Moroni, in a jailbreak initiated by a detained...

Mali military junta 'suspends' activities by political parties Apr 11, 2024

The decree came after more than 80 political parties and civil groups called for presidential elections "as soon as possible" and an end to military r...

Generation War: Children in Sudan today Apr 11, 2024

The UN says it has been able to reach only 10 per cent of Sudan's 48 million people, with the country on the brink of famine.

Greece reopens historic mosque for Eid celebration Apr 10, 2024

The Yeni Mosque, built in 1902 by Italian architect Vitaliano Poselli, was at the time used by the Donme, Jews who had outwardly converted to Islam.

Millions face 'critical food insecurity' in Chad: NGO Apr 10, 2024

ACF sounded an alert over the 480,000 cases of severe child malnutrition expected in the year to September 2024.

Haiti leaders reach deal to form transitional council Apr 09, 2024

The accord establishes a nine-member council -- seven voting members and two observers -- representing political parties, the private sector and civil...

Security Council reviews Palestinian bid for full UN membership Apr 09, 2024

The Palestinians, who have had observer status at the world body since 2012, have lobbied for years to gain full membership, which would amount to rec...

Malaysian state converts Ramadan food waste into fertiliser Apr 08, 2024

Food scraps are thrown into the machine where they are slowly mixed with rice husks and sawdust for 48 hours.

Paramilitary attack on Sudan village kills 28 Apr 08, 2024

The war has also displaced more than 8.5 million people, pushing the country to the brink of famine.

More than 90 killed as boat sinks off Mozambique coast Apr 08, 2024

Most passengers were trying to escape the mainland because of a panic caused by disinformation about cholera.

Mexico diplomatic staff leave Ecuador after embassy raid Apr 07, 2024

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was "alarmed" by the raid, while Spain and the European Union both issued stinging statements condemning it as a...

Man Utd draw feels like a defeat for Liverpool in title race, says Van Dijk Apr 07, 2024

A Mo Salah late equaliser from the spot earned Liverpool a point at the Theatre of Dreams

International community 'failed all of us' during genocide: Rwanda's Kagame Apr 07, 2024

The international community's failure to intervene has been a cause of lingering shame, with French President Macron expected to release a message say...

Senegal President Faye names 'breakaway' government Apr 07, 2024

PM Sonko unveiled on Friday a cabinet of 25 ministers, hailing it as a break from the past.

Rwanda commemorates 30 years since genocide Apr 07, 2024

Kagame is expected to give a speech at a 10,000-seat arena in the capital, where Rwandans will later hold a candlelight vigil for those killed in the...

DR Congo militia accused of killing 15 in village attack Apr 06, 2024

The latest attack was on the village of Galay in Ituri province.

Mexico cuts ties with Ecuador after embassy storming in Quito Apr 06, 2024

Ecuadoran President Daniel Noboa's government called the move an "illicit act" but Mexico insisted it had granted political asylum to Glas "after a th...

A couple's long quest for Rwanda genocide justice Apr 06, 2024

For 30 years Dafroza, 69, and Alain Gauthier, 75, have dedicated much of their spare time and now retirement to trawling parts of Rwanda to search for...

World Bank estimates damage to Gaza critical infrastructure at $18.5 bn Apr 05, 2024

The Israeli military's heavy aerial bombardment in the aftermath of the attack, and its ongoing ground operations inside Gaza, have reduced many areas...

Biden issues toughest warning yet to Israels' Netanyahu Apr 05, 2024

The tough language, describing the aid worker attack as "unacceptable" and urging Israel to take steps towards an immediate ceasefire, reflected mount...

Human Rights Watch calls for UN probe into Ethiopian army killings Apr 04, 2024

The NGO called for the suspension of all deployments of Ethiopian federal forces to peacekeeping missions until "commanders responsible for grave abus...

War-stranded Sudanese find solace in Saudi's 'Little Khartoum' Apr 04, 2024

The district, filled with Sudanese shops and restaurants, is a magnet for the growing numbers of people who have fled Sudan or find themselves unable...

'Never again': Rwanda marks 30th anniversary of genocide Apr 03, 2024

More than 800,000 people, mainly ethnic Tutsis but also moderate Hutus, were killed in the murderous onslaught described as one of the darkest episode...

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