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Unprecedented trial for apartheid atrocities opens in South Africa
A judge has approved the trial of two apartheid-era police officers for their involvement in the 1982 assassination of three student activists
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Tanzania opposition says jailed leader not seen by family, lawyers
CHADEMA said Friday that the family and lawyers of Tundu Lissu had failed to see him at a Dar es salaam jail where he had been kept since his arrest on April 9
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Tunisia jails opponents, critics of President Saied
Tunisia on Friday handed opponents of President Kais Saied lengthy jail terms after convicting them of plotting against state security
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Trump administration plans to shut down nearly 30 U.S. embassies — over half in Africa
While the proposal is still under review and has not been finalized, it has sparked debate among policymakers and international relations experts about the future of U.S. diplomacy and its role on the global stage.
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DRC: Kabila arrives in rebel-held Goma after return from exile
Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi last year accused Kabila of backing the rebels and “preparing an insurrection” with them, a claim Kabila denies. Kabila led Congo from 2011 to 2019, taking office at the age of 29 and extending his mandate by delaying elections for two years
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Exhibition in Morocco explores a world of color
An exhibition at the Yves Saint Laurent museum in Marrakech delves into the colorful world of birds, exploring the creative influence that they have inspired in Mexican arts from ancient times to present day.
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Iran seeks Russia’s support for its nuclear talks with US
Iran on Friday sought support from Russia over a possible deal with Washington over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, ahead of a second round of talks this weekend in Rome.
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219 rescued from human trafficking and cybercrime ring in Ghana
In a sweeping operation led by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), 219 people—primarily foreign nationals—have been rescued from a suspected human trafficking and cybercrime ring operating in Oyarifa, a suburb of Accra.
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Former Credit Suisse CEO nominated to run in Ivory Coast presidential election
Tidjane Thiam, a former Credit Suisse CEO, won a near-unanimous vote to represent the Democratic Party of Ivory Coast in an upcoming presidential election, the party announced.
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Iran displays new military tech as Nuclear talks loom
In Tehran, Iran’s regular army held its annual parade Friday to mark National Army Day — showcasing missiles, drones, and military hardware in a display of strength
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Rwanda agrees to give safe passage to SADC forces leaving the DRC
Rwanda has agreed to give safe passage to Southern African Development Community forces. This was confirmed by the Rwandan Minister for Foreign Affairs Olivier Nduhungirehe who confirmed this was at the request of SADC who requested to use the eastern African territory as they exit the Congo.
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Brazil eyes global food leadership amid U.S.-China trade tensions
As trade tensions rise between the United States and China, Brazil is stepping forward as a new global leader in food security
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Uganda plans law to allow military prosecution of civilians
The Ugandan government plans to introduce a law to allow military tribunals to try civilians for certain offences even after the practice was banned by the Supreme Court.
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Red river hog piglet born at Nashville Zoo
Red river hogs are native to rainforests in west and central Africa. They tend to wallow in rivers and streams and, among other things, eat roots, fruit, seeds, nuts, birds, eggs and insects.
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Moscow International Film Festival kicks off in Russian capital
The Russian capital is hosting the 47th edition of the Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF) on Thursday.
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U.S. airstrikes kill 20 at Yemen oil port held by Houthis
U.S. airstrikes targeting the Ras Isa oil port held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels killed 20 people and wounded 50 others, the group said early Friday
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Trump administration plans to shut down nearly 30 U.S. embassies — over half in Africa
While the proposal is still under review and has not been finalized, it has sparked debate among policymakers and international relations experts about the future of U.S. diplomacy and its role on the global stage.
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U.S. calls on Rwanda to withdraw troops from eastern DRC and end support for M23 rebels
As regional and global actors intensify efforts for a political resolution, Washington has made it clear: ending foreign interference and armed group support is a non-negotiable step toward peace.
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Trump sparks backlash after remarking about Congo
The remark, particularly the phrase “I don’t know what that is,” referring to Congo—a nation of over 100 million people and one of Africa’s largest countries—has triggered widespread backlash online. Critics accused Trump of ignorance and of reinforcing harmful stereotypes about African nations.
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Returning home to nothing: Displaced families in eastern DRC face dire humanitarian crisis
The most recent wave of displacement, triggered by renewed violence and the dismantling of internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, has forced over a million people into precarious conditions. Humanitarian actors are on the ground, but their operations are hampered by serious funding shortfalls
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Libyan leaders call for an inclusive political process
At a United Nations Security Council meeting Thursday, the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, Hanna Tetteh, informed the members, “most Libyan leaders call for an inclusive political process and note the urgent need to end unilateral actions and unify institutions.
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Robot waiter steals the show at Havana restaurant
Despite Cuba’s power outages, Doña Alicia in Havana is using a robot waiter to deliver meals and greet customers, attracting curious locals and tourists.
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Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban
Russia’s Supreme Court on Thursday lifted a ban on Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban, a group that was designated as a terrorist organization more than two decades ago.
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Nigerian Court finds club and football federation negligent of Chineme Martins’ death
Five years after Chineme Martins’ death while playing for Nasarawa United in a league match, a court has found the football player’s club and the football federation (NFF) negligent of his death.
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Funeral held in Kenya for TikTok content moderator
Ladi Anzaki Olubunmi’s decomposed remains were found on March 7 at her apartment on the outskirts of the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, three days after she failed to show up at work.
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Tunisia: new Human Rights Watch report finds dramatic increase in politically motivated arrests
A Human Rights Watch (HRW) report released Wednesday has drawn attention to the widespread politically motivated arrests and arbitrary detentions utilised by the Tunisian authorities to silence critics of president Kais Saied.
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South Africa’s tax row heads to court as implementation date nears
The South African government is still embroiled in a tax row between the ruling African National Congress party (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA).
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South Sudan: top UN official in the country warns of risk of new civil war
Tensions between South Sudan’s president Salva Kiir and his political rival Riek Machar have escalated into fighting, according to the UN’s Special Representative of the Secretary-General for South, Nicholas Haysom. He warned of the risk of a new civil war in the fragile country.
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European Union announces new asylum measures
Migrants from Bangladesh, Colombia, Morocco and Tunisia are unlikely to be granted asylum in Europe and should have their applications fast-tracked so they can be sent home more quickly, the European Union’s executive branch said on Wednesday.
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UN officials warn of worsening crisis in eastern DRC
As the situation deteriorates, UN officials are calling for immediate international pressure to restore humanitarian access, uphold human rights, and pave the way toward a lasting peace in one of Africa’s most volatile regions.
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Boat catches fire in Congo killing at least 50 people
Dozens were saved following the accident on the Congo River late on Tuesday night, many of them with bad burns.
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Al-Qaida-linked militants attack a strategic town in Somalia
The Somalia -based militant group al-Shabab on Wednesday attacked a strategic town that serves as a major base for government troops, raising new concerns about the sustainability of the fight against the al-Qaida-linked militants.
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Trump administration threatens Harvard over foreign student visas and protest ties
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced on Wednesday the cancellation of two DHS grants worth over $2.7 million to Harvard.
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Sudan: fire in Darfur refugee camp destroys 50 houses, no casualties reported
A fire has burned down at least 50 houses in a refugee camp in north Darfur in Sudan. No casualties were reported, but the fire has worsened the already dire situation of the refugees in the war-torn country.
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Robot waiter becomes a star attraction at Havana restaurant
Despite frequent power outages and limited access to advanced technology, the eatery made a bold move to modernize, gradually integrating digital tools into its customer experience.
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Protesters in Haiti demand protection against gangs
Discontent and anger are spreading as gangs that already control 85% of Port-au-Prince pillage once-peaceful communities.
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Migration and refugee policies key to economic growth, Say UN and IMF experts
The report outlines that while destination countries may experience short-term pressure on public services, the long-term gains—ranging from labor market expansion to increased tax revenues—can far outweigh the initial costs if integration is handled effectively.
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World Trade Organization says global trade could slide this year due to tariffs
The World Trade Organization says the volume of trade in goods worldwide is likely to decrease by 0.2% this year due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s shifting tariff policies and a standoff with China, but it would take a more severe hit if Trump carries through on his toughest “reciprocal” tariffs.
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The EU moves to fast-track asylum claims by migrants from 7 countries to speed deportation
A year ago, EU nations endorsed sweeping reforms to the bloc’s failed asylum system. The rules were meant to resolve the issues that have divided the 27 countries since well over 1 million migrants swept into Europe in 2015, most fleeing war in Syria and Iraq.