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Ebola outbreak declared in eastern DR Congo after 65 deaths reported
Ghana begins evacuation of citizens from South Africa amid anti-migrant tensions
Ramaphosa refuses to resign as impeachment pressure mounts over Phala Phala scandal
Malema urges Ramaphosa to quit after top court revives impeachment controversy
South Africa denies xenophobic attacks as tensions rise over anti-migrant protests
Tshisekedi says DR Congo elections could be delayed as third-term debate grows
Three dead, Brit critically ill after suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
France Urges Evacuation of Citizens from Mali Following Deadly Attacks
Civilians Cut Off from Aid in South Sudan Amid Access Restrictions
Ruto Responds to Backlash Over Comments on Nigerians’ English
Pope Leo XIV Criticises Prison Conditions in Equatorial Guinea at End of Africa Tour
South African Court Orders Return of Edgar Lungu’s Body to Family
South Africa Police Chief Charged Over Controversial Health Tender
DR Congo Operation Rescues Over 200 Hostages from IS-Linked Rebels
EFF leader Julius Malema faces five-year jail term
Turkey’s bid to recruit 11 foreign athletes denied by World Athletics
Pope Leo XIV kicks off African tour with milestone Algeria visit
Man accused of leading multi-million-dollar trafficking ring arrested in Ethiopia
South Sudan leaders and churches urge peace in Easter appeals
South African music icon Albert Mazibuko dies aged 77
Somalia Advances Energy Ambitions with First Offshore Drill
DR Congo Signs Deal to Take Non-Citizen Deportees from US
South African troops deployed to crime hotspots to combat gangs and violence
South Africa has begun deploying soldiers across several provinces to support overstretched police in tackling violent crime, including illegal mining and gang activity. President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier announced that around 2,200 troops would be sent to five of the country’s nine provinces most affected by crime. The year-long deployment is aimed at restoring order in […]
At least 13 killed after blasts rip through Burundi army ammunition depot
At least 13 people have been killed and dozens more injured following a series of powerful explosions at an ammunition depot in Bujumbura, the army in Burundi has confirmed. In its latest update, the military said 57 people — including three soldiers — were wounded. The blasts caused extensive damage to homes, vehicles, and military […]
DR Congo declares public holiday to mark historic World Cup return after 52 years
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo declared Wednesday a public holiday after the national football team secured a historic place at the World Cup for the first time in 52 years. The Leopards booked their spot on Tuesday night thanks to a dramatic extra-time winner from Axel Tuanzebe, sealing a 1-0 victory over […]
Rights group says more than 1,800 civilians killed under Burkina Faso junta
More than 1,800 civilians have been killed in Burkina Faso since Ibrahim Traoré seized power three years ago in acts amounting to “war crimes and crimes against humanity”, a new report says. Human Rights Watch (HRW) says about 1,837 civilians, including dozens of children, were killed in 57 incidents between January 2023 and August 2025. […]
Nigeria urges citizens in South Africa to stay alert after anti-immigration protest turns violent
Nigeria’s High Commission in South Africa has advised its nationals to remain vigilant after an anti-illegal immigration protest in Eastern Cape turned violent. What began as a peaceful march on Monday in the port city of KuGompo (formerly East London) quickly descended into chaos after a protester alleged he had been attacked by a foreign […]
The gravest crime against humanity’: What does the UN vote on slavery mean?
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly passed a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as one of the gravest crimes against humanity, marking a significant symbolic step in a long-running global conversation. UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the decision, emphasizing that the prosperity of many Western nations was built on the exploitation of enslaved […]
Des préoccupations concernant la santé de Donald Trump font de nouveau la une des médias.
Depuis le début de son deuxième mandat, des spéculations sur son état de santé circulent largement, suscitant des discussions parmi les journalistes et les analystes politiques. Des propos dans un podcast relancent le débat sur sa santé cognitive. Dans un épisode récent du podcast Today, Explained, le journaliste du New York Magazine, Ben Terris, a […]
Cyril Ramaphosa Downplays South Africa Absence from G7 Summit
Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed reports that South Africa was snubbed ahead of the upcoming G7 summit in France, saying it is normal for non-member nations not to attend. Speaking amid claims that his invitation had been withdrawn, Ramaphosa stressed that participation in the G7 is not guaranteed for countries outside the bloc. “There should be […]
Fannie Masemola Summoned to Court Over Controversial Police Health Contract
The head of South Africa’s police force, Fannie Masemola, has been summoned to appear in court over his alleged role in a controversial health services contract now under criminal investigation. Authorities confirmed that Masemola, 62, has been served with a notice to appear on 21 April, though the exact charges have not yet been disclosed. […]
United Nations General Assembly Declares Slavery the “Gravest Crime Against Humanity” in Historic Vote
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to recognise the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” in a landmark resolution supporters say could advance global efforts toward justice and reconciliation. The motion, proposed by Ghana, was adopted with 123 votes in favour, while United States, Israel and Argentina voted against. Fifty-two countries […]