Africa

Mauritania

Dozens of Pakistani migrants feared to have drowned in Atlantic Ocean

Their boat capsized off West Africa's Atlantic coastline, which has emerged as a primary point of departure for migrants aiming to reach Europe.

18/01/2025

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Tee time and traditions: Marrakech’s golfing and cultural hotspots

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Flanked by soul-stirring desert dunes and grand mountain landscapes, Marrakech is a unique golfing destination balancing outdoor adventure with the sparkling energy of a medieval Berber city.

17/01/2025

Mauritius

UK delays Chagos Island deal with Mauritius until Trump is consulted

Officials from the UK and Mauritius had reportedly been hurrying to finalise the deal before US President-elect Donald Trump takes office on 20 January.

16/01/2025

Health news

Eight people killed in Marburg outbreak in Tanzania, WHO says

The source of the outbreak is still unknown and additional cases are expected, health officials said.

15/01/2025

Eco-Innovation

Tiny British island is now home to the world’s most remote EV charger

The island of St Helena is hoping that better infrastructure will incentivise more people to move away from petrol and diesel-powered vehicles.

14/01/2025

South Africa

South Africa recovers survivors and dead bodies from illegal gold mine

At least 100 illegal miners have died and more than 400 remain trapped underground after a months-long standoff with police, rights groups say.

14/01/2025

Niger

Austrian woman kidnapped in northern Niger by unknown armed men

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the abduction of the development worker, who also faced kidnapping threats back in 2021.

13/01/2025

Chad

Chad’s ruling party wins majority in parliamentary election

Analysts say the lack of any strong opponent in the elections has consolidated President Mahamat Idriss Deby's grip on power.

12/01/2025

Mozambique

Mondlane's return to Mozambique marred by deaths

Police in Mozambique fired tear gas at demonstrators welcoming the return of opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane after October's disputed vote.

09/01/2025

Culture news

Archaeologists discover tomb of renowned wizard-doctor in Egypt

The remarkable discovery was made in Saqqara, a burial site for high-ranking officials of ancient Egypt’s Old Kingdom.

09/01/2025

Sudan

US says Sudan's RSF is committing genocide and sanctions its leader

The Biden administration has sanctioned the RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo as well as businesses owned by the group in the UAE.

08/01/2025

São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe government dismissed by president

The African island nation's leader accused his prime minister of excessive absences, and gave his party 72 hours to form a new administration.

07/01/2025

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Ethiopians celebrate Orthodox Christmas with prayers, feasts, and acts of charity

Thousands of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrated Christmas on 7 January, marking the end of a 43-day fast.

07/01/2025

Guinea

Guinea protests erupt over missed democracy deadline

Demonstrations have resulted in one death and hundreds of arrests, intensifying tensions in the West African nation.

07/01/2025

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean boy survives five days in ‘lion-infested’ national park

The child, who was found 49km from his village, survived on wild fruit and water that he dug from a dry river bank.

03/01/2025

Cinema

Director Walter Salles on 'I'm Still Here' and film as an AI antidote

Brazilian director Walter Salles discusses his latest film I'm Still Here, why he's moved by Morocco and why cinema is one the best antidotes to AI.

03/01/2025

Kenya

Kenya investigates piece of space debris that crash landed in village

Kenya's Space Agency (KSA) said the object was a massive metallic ring measuring approximately 2.5 metres wide and weighing 500 kilograms.

03/01/2025

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Flames rage through Ghanaian market, damaging shops

People were seen trying to extinguish the flames at Kantamanto market, with reports suggesting that over a hundred shops may have been damaged.

03/01/2025

Ivory Coast

Côte d'Ivoire announces withdrawal of French forces

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara's announcement is a further sign of former colonial power France's fading military influence in West Africa.

02/01/2025

World News

Zimbabwe abolishes the death penalty

Zimbabwe abolishes death penalty almost 20-years after the last capital punishment was carried out.

01/01/2025

Chad

Chad election marked by boycotts, low turnout and security challenges

Critics have dismissed the vote as a ploy to allow junta leader Mahamat Idriss Deby to entrench his power.

30/12/2024

Sudan

Civilians to suffer even more in Sudan next year as civil war rages on

After 20 months of civil war, Sudan is suffering the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. Things are going to get much worse for civilians, experts say.

27/12/2024

Culture news

‘What’s the news?’: A guide to Kwanzaa

Described as a “political-motivator holiday”, Kwanzaa has become internationally recognized as a celebration of African culture and community. Here’s everything you need to know.

26/12/2024

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Kenyans let off steam in rage rooms

Rage rooms, where people can release pent-up frustrations by smashing and breaking objects, are gaining popularity in Kenya.

25/12/2024

World

Violence after election court ruling leaves 21 dead in Mozambique

The unrest following the presidential elections, which has claimed over 150 lives since October, has sparked concern from the European Union.

25/12/2024

Nature

How bees might be a sweet solution to human-elephant conflicts

Kenyan wildlife authorities kill between 50 and 120 elephants each year because of attacks on humans.

25/12/2024