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Djibouti’s Foreign Minister wins AUC Chair race
Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Youssouf has won the race to become the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission
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White South Africans rally at U.S. embassy in support of Trump
On Saturday, a group of white South Africans gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria, showing support for former President Donald Trump
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Jay-Z and Diddy lawsuit dropped
A woman who accused Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jay-Z of sexually assaulting her when she was 13 has dropped her civil lawsuit
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Panic in Bukavu as rebels take control of key airport in eastern Congo
The city of Bukavu is in turmoil as M23 and AFC rebel groups have seized control of Kavumu airport
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Hostages released in ceasefire exchange
In a dramatic exchange, three Israeli hostages were released by Hamas militants in the southern Gaza Strip, as part of a ceasefire deal
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Guterres urges global support for Sudan amidst crisis
At the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on the international community to urgently act in support of Sudan
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Thailand rescues 260 trafficked workers from Myanmar scam centres
Thailand’s military announced that 260 individuals, believed to have been trafficked and forced to work in online scam centres, will be repatriated after being rescued from Myanmar
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Pope’s health status: fair condition amid ongoing respiratory issues
Pope Francis was admitted to the hospital on Friday after his week-long struggle with bronchitis took a turn for the worse, leading to treatment for a respiratory tract infection, according to the Vatican.
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Chicago zoo gives its cherished animals Valentine’s Day treats
The zoo treated a tiger, bear, leopards, grey seals and a sea lion to some heart-shaped treats.
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Politicians compete to become next AU President
Djiboutian diplomat Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Kenyan former prime minister Raila Amolo Odinga, and former Malagasy foreign minister Richard Randriamandrato are all vying to become the next president of the African Union Commission.
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Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye appears frail in court
Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition leader, appeared in court on Friday looking weak, according to his supporters, after one of his lawyers described him as “critically ill.”
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M23 Rebels Seize Key Airport in Eastern Congo
The rebels, who captured Goma last month, are advancing south toward Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu. If they succeed, it would mark a major territorial gain and further weaken Kinshasa’s control in the east.
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Consecutive droughts Impact Morocco’s livestock, reports Minister of Agriculture
Morocco’s cattle and sheep populations have dropped by 38% since the last census nine years ago, primarily due to ongoing drought conditions, according to Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari on Thursday.
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Luis Rubiales trial ends: verdict awaited on non-consensual kiss
The trial of Luis Rubiales, the former head of Spanish football, concluded on Friday.
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Man sues US firm after wife killed in Africa Hippo attack
A New Jersey man whose wife was killed in a horrific hippopotamus attack last year during a safari in Africa is suing the U.S. company that arranged the trip, alleging it failed to ensure their safety and did not adequately screen and supervise the tour guides.
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24 killed in bus-truck collision in Zimbabwe
The bus was travelling from the capital, Harare, to Beitbridge with 65 passengers on board.
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Congolese musician killed while filming music video in conflict-hit Goma
Idengo was renowned for his politically charged songs that criticized both the government and rebels. His latest track, Bunduki (Swahili for “weapon”), condemned the rebel occupation of Goma.
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Zelensky to address African Union Summit via video amid opposition
President Zelensky says he will be attending the upcoming African Union summit via video link despite some opposition
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Nigerian lawmakers approve $200 million to offset shortfall from US health aid cuts
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country with more than 200 million people, was among the top ten recipients of aid from the U.S. Agency for International Development in 2023.
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Aga Khan V meets Portuguese President after father’s passing
The Aga Khan V, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini, met with Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in Lisbon on Thursday
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Ramaphosa pays tribute to 14 peacekeepers repatriated from DRC
The remains of 14 South African peacekeepers killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been repatriated to the country
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Ivory Coast: Laurent Gbagbo’s party contests the conviction of its officials
The Ivorian justice system sentenced Damana Adia, also known as Pickass, and Koua Justin, two officials from the PPA-CI, to ten years in prison without bail for public disorder and incitement to insurrection related to the pre-election violence of 2020.
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Invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt Kenya’s Valentine’s rose exports
It’s peak season for Kenya’s rose exporters as they prepare Valentine’s bouquets. But the rise of a pest and stringent EU rules to keep the bugs out of Europe are making a dent in their profits this year.
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Humpback whale swallows, then releases, kayaker in Chilean Patagonia
A humpback whale briefly swallowed kayaker Adrián Simancas in the Chilean Patagonia before releasing him unharmed.
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African Union leaders meet in Addis Ababa
African leaders meeting at the African Union (AU) summit in Ethiopia are renewing calls for slavery and colonial reparations, despite resistance from former colonial powers.
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Thousands of people remain on the move in North Kivu and in South Kivu
In North Kivu, partners report that more than 110,000 people have left displacement sites in Goma and started to move to villages in the Masisi, Rutshuru and Nyiragongo territories.
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Elephant herd relocated to new 21-hectare enclosure at Werribee Zoo
A herd of nine Asian elephants has been relocated from Melbourne Zoo to Werribee Open Range Zoo, covering a distance of 36 kilometers over five days.
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Asset declaration failures lead to suspension of 450 Liberian officials
Liberian President Joseph Boakai has suspended over 450 senior government officials, including ministers, due to their failure to declare assets to the anti-corruption agency.
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R. Kelly’s 30-year prison sentence upheld by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court affirmed R. Kelly’s convictions for racketeering and sex trafficking, along with his 30-year prison sentence, stating that Kelly used his celebrity status for over 25 years to commit sexual abuse against girls and young women.
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Legal proceedings against Shell for oil pollution impacting Nigeria
Shell is in court today facing accusations of being responsible for oil pollution in Nigeria, which has deprived thousands of access to clean water and devastated agriculture and fishing.
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This is what happens to the body when HIV drugs are stopped for millions of people
Now the Trump administration has put the brakes on foreign aid while alleging it’s wasteful, causing chaos in the system that for over 20 years has kept millions of people alive. Confusion over a temporary waiver for PEPFAR
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Community in South Africa stands united amid U.S. Aid freeze
A community in South Africa are calling on the US to change stance on their U.S. Aid freeze which will have big consequences on the locals
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Explosion in department store in Taiwan leaves one dead and several injured
The explosion at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung has killed one person and injured ten, four of them seriously. The cause of the incident is being investigated.
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Religious leaders meet rebel groups in Goma amid rising tensions
A delegation of religious leaders met with the leaders of rebel groups in Goma on Wednesday
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Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival: A tradition of hope and blessings in Taiwan
The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival in Taiwan, held on the 15th day of the Lunar New Year, draws thousands of visitors and locals to release paper lanterns carrying wishes for good fortune.
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Dozens of Haiti children caught up in the crossfire of gang violence
Haiti’s children are increasingly caught in the crossfire of gang violence, forced to carry weapons, spy on police and rival gangs and run errands for gunmen, according to a report released Wednesday by Amnesty Internationa
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Sudan’s FM visits Moscow seeking more collaborations with Russia
The Sudanese Foreign Minister, on a visit to Moscow on Wednesday, said he “is grateful” to Russia for its support in the United Nations Security Council.
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Erupting Kilauea volcano puts on spectacular show in Hawaii
The Kilauea volcano spewed lava 100 metres into the air on Tuesday, putting on a spectacular show on the Island of Hawaii, also referred to as the Big Island, while thankfully not posing a threat to residential areas.
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Egypt’s President will not attend White House talks if they involve Trump’s Gaza plan
According to Egyptian security sources, the country’s president will not travel to the White House for discussions if the agenda involves U.S. president Donald Trump’s proposal to move Palestinians out of Gaza.
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Sudan’s army rejects ceasefire call during the holy month of Ramadan
The Sudanese army has rejected a ceasefire call by the United Arab Emirates during the coming holy month of Ramadan.