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Elephant spotted in Senegalese park gives hope to conservationists
Senegal has one of the most threatened elephant populations in Africa, with the population in the Niokolo-Koba park diminishing from 450 in the late 1970s to between 5 and 10 currently, according to the Elephant Crisis Fund
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Morocco seeks to preserve traditional cooking and recipes through UNESCO project
Morocco has launched a national consultation process for a UNESCO project aiming for the first time to publish an International Atlas of Food Heritage, as well as a digital platform aiming to preserve, promote and popularise these heritage foods for future generations
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Five years after murder of George Floyd, police distrust remains in Minneapolis
Anger over the deaths of Black men in police custody in Minnesota and across the country had long been simmering, and the pandemic lockdowns provided the conditions for a flashpoint
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Haiti running out of HIV medication due to USAID funding cuts
More than 150,000 people in Haiti have HIV or AIDS, although the number is believed to be much higher
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Dr. Dre helps open new Compton high school
The hip-hop legend and executive, who grew up nearby, donated $10 million to the campus and its Andre “Dr. Dre” Young Performing Arts Center
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Zambia’s Banda scores fastest hat-trick in NWSL history
The Zambian national scored three goals in the first 38 minutes of the match for the first hat trick in team history and also the first by an African player in the NWSL
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Egypt wants ancient Christian ruins off UNESCO’s list of sites in danger
The historical area centers around Saint Menas, who died in the early days of Christianity and is buried at the site that was inscribed in 1979 on the list of globally treasured natural and cultural sites recognized by the United Nations
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South Africa police minister says Trump’s genocide claim ‘twisted’
During a meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa, Donald Trump played a clip showing dozens of white crosses that he claimed were graves of murdered white south Africans. The crosses were in fact an art piece made for a memorial years ago
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Sudanese refugees feeing war found dead in Libyan desert
At least seven Sudanese migrants were found dead on Friday after their vehicle broke down and left them stranded for days deep in the Libyan desert, according to an ambulance service official
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Russia and Ukraine say a major prisoner swap has begun
Russia’s Ministry of Defense said each side had released 270 military personnel and 120 civilian detainees
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Tarik Saleh returns to Cannes with explosive political thriller ‘Eagles of the Republic’
Described as a sharp critique of authoritarianism under Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, Eagles of the Republic continues Saleh’s unflinching examination of power, morality, and corruption in the Arab world.
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Tidjane Thiam Confirmed as PDCI President by Ivorian Court
While the court’s ruling secures Thiam’s role within the PDCI, his political future remains uncertain as the party continues to challenge the decision that disqualified him from the voter registry — a necessary step for his presidential bid.
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Bar owners fear attacks in Damascus
Bars in the Christian areas of Damascus have been on high alert after recent attacks that targeted establishments serving alcohol.
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White South Africans reject Trump’s ‘white genocide’ claims as false and divisive
Trump made the controversial comments during a high-profile meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House earlier this week. In an unexpected turn, Trump presented a video montage and a stack of printed news articles in an effort to support his long-standing accusation that
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Israeli protesters gather near border with Gaza to demand end to war
Israelis assembled near the border with the Gaza Strip on Friday to demand peace and justice for both Israelis and Palestinians. The Israeli government has pushed ahead with a renewed offensive in the destroyed territory despite mounting criticism at home and abroad.
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South Africansrally behind Ramaphosa after tense white house meeting with Trump
Ramaphosa, meanwhile, used the opportunity in Washington to stress that while South Africa continues to grapple with its complex history of racial inequality, the narrative of white genocide is not only false but dangerous. He emphasized his administration’s ongoing efforts to promote reconciliation
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OAS urged to do more to help Haiti fight gang violence
The Organisation of American States (OAS), which comprises most countries of the Americas, has been urged to become more involved in Haiti’s fight against gangs ruling large parts of the country. A Kenyan-led UN police mission has so far struggled to contain the violence.
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UN backs UK deal over Chagos Islands with Mauritius
UN says it welcomes the signing of the agreement between UK government and the government of the Republic of Mauritius concerning the Chagos Archipelago.
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Dembélé poised for glory ahead of PSG’s Champions League Final
Dembélé reflects not only on tennis, but on a season that could soon become historic for both him and his club
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Kenyan court finds two men guilty of facilitating 2019 hotel terrorist attack
Two men have been found guilty of sending money and faking IDs for al-Shabaab terrorists, who attacked a luxury hotel complex in Nairobi in 2019, leaving 21 people dead. The men are expected to be sentenced next month.
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Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling foreign students
“This means Harvard can no longer enroll foreign students and existing foreign students must transfer or lose their legal status,”
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US imposes sanctions on Sudan over chemical weapons use
The United States will impose sanctions on Sudan after concluding that the Sudanese government used chemical weapons during its conflict with the Rapid Support Forces
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Botswana’s FM says country wants to deepen trade with EU amid Trump’s tariffs
Botswana’s FM tells Euronews the country is open for business. It comes as Trump’s sweeping tariffs on exports trigger economic fallout.
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Trump defends video shown to South African President
The White House is defending a controversial video shown by President Donald Trump during an Oval Office meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa
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Salah voted “Footballer of the Year” by soccer writers for a record third time
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah was voted “Footballer of the Year” in England by soccer writers for a record-tying third time Friday, while Arsenal striker Alessia Russo won the women’s award.
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Senators approve Kabila immunity lift
Congolese senators have voted to lift the immunity of former President Joseph Kabila, allowing military prosecutors to pursue legal action against him
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Nigeria ruling party Endorses Tinubu for 2027 election
Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress has endorsed President Bola Tinubu to run for a second and final term in office
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Israeli tanks hit Gaza’s Al-Awda Hospital
Israeli tanks have fired on Al-Awda Hospital in northern Gaza’s Tel Al-Zaatar area, igniting fires
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Britain hands over control of Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Despite a last minute injunction after a legal challenge from two Chagossian women, the deal between the UK and Mauritius to transfer the sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean has gone ahead on Thursday. The islands are home to a UK-US military base and strategically important.
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“Autophagies”: so much more than a culinary performance
At the Festival Confit de Cavaillon in southern France, African culinary heritage, dance and music converge into a singular performance that leaves viewers satisfied, both intellectually and physically. It’s name: “Autophagies”.
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Israeli foreign minister identifies victims of shooting outside embassy in Washington
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar identified the victims as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim. Lischinsky was a research assistant, and Milgrim organized visits and missions to Israel.
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Terrorism and instability: “critical moment” for Somalia, says rapporteur
Somalia has long been struggling in the fight against terrorist groups on its territory, among which the most prominent is al-Shabaab. The Special Rapporteur on Counterterrorism and Human Rights visited the country from 10 to 20 May in order to assess the situation on the ground.
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Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry prepares to take Olympic body’s top job
On Thursday, she was in Australia to formally hand over oversight of preparations for the 2032 Games in Brisbane.
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Beirut: Palestinian president Abbas meets with Lebanese officials
In his first visit in seven years, the Palestinian leader met with Lebanese officials, including Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in Beirut. On Wednesday, the Lebanese and Palestinian presidents agreed that Palestinian factions won’t use Lebanon as a launchpad for any attacks against Israel.
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Congo’s public prosecutor calls for lifting of justice minister’s immunity
The Appeal Court is seeking to prosecute Constant Mutamba for alleged misappropriation of public funds.
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Expert: possible US deportations to South Sudan could set “dangerous precedent”
The Trump administration’s plan to deport convicted immigrants to third countries, among which potentially South Sudan, has been declared unlawful by a United States federal judge on Wednesday. Such a scheme would set a “dangerous precedent”, according to a Kenya-based analyst.
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What went wrong during Ramaphosa – Trump meeting?
Trump’s move has since sparked global backlash, reignited racial tensions, and raised urgent questions about how disinformation is shaping foreign policy in the 21st century.
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UN releases Palace Museum centennial stamps
The United Nations celebrated the upcoming centennial of Beijing’s Palace Museum with a stamp launch and exhibition opening at its New York headquarters
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South Africans react after trump confronts Ramaphosa with baseless claims on white farmers
Trump used a White House meeting to forcefully confront Ramaphosa, accusing the country of failing to address Trump’s baseless claim of the systematic killing of white farmers.
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Manny Pacquiao out of retirement to face world welterweight champion
He will challenge world welterweight champion Mario Barrios in Las Vegas on 19 July.







































