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WFP cuts food rations as new refugee arrivals test its Burundi operations
The agency says it only has enough funds to sustain operations for 120,000 refugees through June. It needs $19.8 million to maintain its operations in Burundi until the end of the year
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South Africa’s G20 sherpa briefs UN plenary on key priorities
Collectively, it represents 85 percent of the global economy, 75 percent of world trade, and 67 percent of the global population. With South Africa at the helm, expectations are high for a G20 term that prioritizes inclusivity, sustainability, and equitable development for all.
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Former Utah Rep. Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to the US House, has died
She was briefly considered a rising star within the GOP and she kept her distance from Donald Trump, who was unpopular with many Utah voters, while he was running for president ahead of the 2016 election.
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U.S. airstrikes kill key Houthi leaders amid escalating tensions
President Donald Trump has declared that Iran will be held accountable for any attacks by the Houthi group in Yemen, as the U.S. escalates its military operations in the Middle East.
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Protesters clash with police in Istanbul over mayor’s arrest
His imprisonment is widely regarded as a political move to remove a major contender from the next presidential race, currently scheduled for 2028
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Angola ends mediation role in the DRC-Rwanda conflict amid failed talk
Angola has announced its decision to end its mediation efforts in the ongoing conflict involving the M23 rebels, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Rwanda, citing a series of failed negotiations and external interference.
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US holds separate talks with Russians to discuss a potential ceasefire
U.S. negotiators worked on a proposed partial ceasefire in Ukraine on Monday, meeting with representatives from Russia a day after holding separate talks with the Ukrainian team. Each side has accused the other of undermining efforts to reach a pause in the 3-year-old war.
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Newly elected IOC President Kirsty Coventry celebrated on return home to Zimbabwe
She beat six other candidates in the vote in Greece on Thursday, including the head of world track and field, the head of international cycling and a member of Jordan’s royal family.
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Ghana and Morocco move to scrap visa requirements
The two nations also committed to expanding cooperation in agribusiness, tourism, and security, following discussions between Ablakwa and Morocco’s Ambassador to Ghana, Imane Ouaadil.
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Casualties after Israel bombs hospital in Gaza’s south
The strike hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing two and injuring several others, according to authorities
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Cybercrime crackdown: 306 arrested in Africa-wide operation
Between November 2024 and February 2025, Operation Red Card targeted cross-border fraud networks exploiting mobile banking, investment platforms, and messaging apps, with more than 5,000 victims identified.
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Senegal’s Diomaye Faye posts mixed scorecard after year in office
Since his election, Faye has made interventions to reduce food inflation, conducted an audit of the previous government and launched a plan to revitalize agriculture. But the opposition says it is not enough
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Exiled South African ambassador calls for U.S. ties reset
Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa’s former ambassador to the U.S., who was expelled by the Trump administration returned home to a hero’s welcome on Sunday
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Pope Francis leaves hospital after five weeks of treatment for pneumonia
Francis’ hospitalisation was the longest in his 12-year papacy
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Burkina Faso denounces fake massacre videos
Burkina Faso’s government condemns fake massacre videos and calls for action against online hate speech amid rising tensions
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Sudanese Refugee finds home in Mogadishu during Ramadan
Ishag Ali Mohamed was forced to to flee Sudan, but the sense of community he eventually found in Somalia made him feel right at home
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Bakery reopens, bringing hope to war-torn Shambat
After nearly two years of war in Sudan, a bakery has just re-opened in Shambat bringing hope to local residents
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Electric tricycles empower women in rural Zimbabwe
In rural Zimbabwe, electric tricycles are providing women with an opportunity to transform their lives
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Ocean carbon solutions face growth and environmental challenges
As the planet grapples with the growing threat of climate change, an emerging industry is looking to the oceans for solutions
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Sudan’s Army retakes Republican Palace amid ongoing conflict
On Friday, Sudan’s army retook the Republican Palace in Khartoum, the last major stronghold of rival paramilitary forces in the capital
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Plane lands at Heathrow as airport resumes limited operations following fire
At least 1,350 flights to and from Heathrow were affected, flight tracking service FlightRadar 24 said, and the impact was likely to last several days as passengers try to reschedule their travel and airlines work to reposition aircraft and crews.
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Namibia elects first female president
Her ruling SWAPO party also retained its parliamentary majority, although by a very thin margin, and extended its 34-year hold on power since the southern African country gained independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990.
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Peanuts and high fashion collide in new Snoopy exhibition in Paris
Snoopy in Style opens in Paris, highlighting the iconic outfits and their impact on fashion of the Peanuts comic strip characters. The free exhibition runs from 22 March to 5 April.
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Berlin faces colonial past as activists call for change
Berlin, a city that has witnessed centuries of history, now grappling with the painful legacies of its colonial past
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Sudan’s military seizes republican palace in key battle against RSF
The military’s offensive this year has led to rising civilian casualties. Rights groups and the U.N. accuse the RSF and allied militias of targeting ethnic African communities, allegations both sides deny.
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Oil and gold markets surge amid geopolitical and economic shifts
A significant factor contributing to this uptick is the United States’ recent imposition of sanctions targeting Chinese entities involved in the procurement of Iranian oil.
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DP World selects Mota-Engil to build DRC’s first deep-water port
Many African economies rely on efficient transport corridors, and the port will provide a direct maritime route for goods, lowering business costs and boosting intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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Heathrow fire disrupts flights
At Heathrow Airport, chaos unfolded after a fire at an electrical substation knocked out power, forcing the airport to close for the day
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Tunisian President Saied dismisses prime minister amid political tensions
Tunisian President Kais Saied dismissed Prime Minister Kamel Madouri in the early hours of Friday, according to a statement from the presidency.
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UN warns of rapid glacier loss, urges immediate action on climate change
The UN warns that glaciers worldwide are melting “faster than ever.” It designated March 21 as World Glacier Day, highlighting their crucial role in freshwater supply and urging conservation efforts.
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M23 defies ceasefire agreement, continues offensive east of DR Congo
The former president of the electoral commission says he is not bound by any agreement and is continuing his military offensive.
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Sudan army retakes presidential palace: military source
Sudan’s military said it retook the Republican Palace in Khartoum, the last bastion in the capital of rival paramilitary forces, after nearly two years of fighting.
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At least 8 killed after a trailer crashed into vehicles and burst into flame
At least eight people died near Nigeria’s capital Abuja after a trailer crashed into halted vehicles and burst into flames, police said Wednesday.
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South Africa eyes trade expansion amid diplomatic rift with U.S.
The diplomatic tension escalated earlier this week when U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, Ebrahim Rasool, persona non grata, citing accusations of “race-baiting” and criticism of President Donald Trump. Rasool was given until Friday to leave the U.
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Ghanaian peacekeepers empower women in unity state through vocational training
The Ghanaian peacekeepers’ commitment to community engagement extends beyond vocational training. Their peacebuilding efforts also include providing veterinary care to livestock owners, having treated over 27,000 cattle, sheep, and goats to enhance food security and economic stability in the region.
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Finland named happiest country for the eighth consecutive year
Researchers found that happiness is strongly linked to seemingly simple factors: sharing meals, having social support, and living in a household of four to five people. Additionally, believing in the kindness of others significantly influences happiness levels.
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Zimbabwean Kirsty coventry elected International Olympic body president
Kirsty Coventry has made history by being elected as the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), becoming the first woman and the first African to hold this prestigious position at the age of 41.
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Ethiopia: Abiy Ahmed dismisses war possibility with Eritrea amid rising fears
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on Thursday that his administration would avoid escalating tensions with Eritrea regarding access to the Red Sea, despite warnings from regional officials and experts about a potential conflict between the two neighboring countries.