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Support grows in Uganda for ICC action against rebel leader Joseph Kony
Some Ugandans have expressed support for the opening of the legal proceedings against the rebel leader Joseph Kony by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court began presenting evidence Tuesday to support charges against fugitive Ugandan rebelJoseph Kony
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Iran and IAEA sign agreement amid growing tensions
Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency signed an agreement Tuesday in Cairo to pave the way for resuming cooperation
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U.N. humanitarian chief warns of imminent funding crisis in Haiti
U.N. Humanitarian Affairs chief in Haiti warned on Tuesday that not enough is being done to support humanitarian efforts and that funds could run out by the end of the month.
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Strengthening ties: African leaders eye power imports from Ethiopia
Dozens of visiting African heads of state and government joined Abiy for the inauguration, with many expressing interest in importing power from Ethiopia.
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ICC opens In absentia hearing against fugitive Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony
Kony is being represented in absentia by a defense lawyer. Judges are expected to rule on the charges in the coming months, but a trial cannot begin unless Kony is taken into custody
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Mali fuel blockade sparks fear and economic strain
Now, as fuel trucks burn on the roads leading into the capital, many Malians fear that beyond the violence, the insurgents are waging economic warfare aimed at suffocating the country.
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Israel strike in Qatar draws global condemnation
Israeli officials said the attack was aimed at Hamas’ headquarters in Doha, though details of how it was carried out remain unclear. An Israeli military spokesman suggested the air force was involved. Despite the strike, Qatar Airways flights continued to land in the capital
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US and Egypt co-host Bright Star 25 joint military exercises
This year’s Bright Star joint military exercises are wrapping up after almost two weeks of training outside Cairo.
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Nepal PM resigns as protesters torch politicians’ homes
Nepal’s prime minister resigned on Tuesday after nationwide protests over corruption and a government ban on social media left 19 people dead and hundreds injured the previous day.
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Ethiopia launches Africa’s largest dam as neighbors eye power imports
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hailed the launch as a “big achievement,” saying the dam shows what Africans can accomplish. Leaders from across the continent attended the ceremony, with South Sudan and Kenya announcing plans to import Ethiopian power.
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President Sisi orders authorities to review clemency request for activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah
A glimmer of hope for Alaa Abd el-Fattah after Egypt’s President Sisi ordered authorities to study a possible pardon for the well-known blogger and activist.
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Power blackouts across Khartoum as city hit by wave of RSF drone strikes
Sudan’s capital Khartoum was plunged into darkness early on Tuesday after drone attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces triggered a major power outage across the city.
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Demonstrators in Spain call for full arms embargo on Israel
Hundreds of people rallied in Madrid, Barcelona and other Spanish cities on Tuesday, protesting Israel’s offensive in Gaza and urging stronger government action in solidarity with Palestine.
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African leaders push for climate investment at Ethiopia summit
Delegates are expected to finalize a declaration this week capturing Africa’s priorities, which will be presented at COP30 in November. COP30 President Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago attended the summit and expressed solidarity with Africa’s vision.
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US President Trump to skip G20 summit in Johannesburg
After months of tense relations with South Africa, US President Trump says he won’t attend the G20 summit in Johannesburg. His vice president, JD Vance, will represent him.
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‘Get out of there’: Israeli PM urges Palestinians to evacuate ahead of Gaza City offensive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the residents of Gaza City to “get out of there” ahead of an offensive aimed at taking over the largest Palestinian city.
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Hundreds march in Havana for feast of Cuba’s patron saint
Hundreds of Cubans marched through Havana on Sunday in a procession honouring the Virgin of Charity, the country’s patron saint, on her feast day.
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Nepal’s prime minister resigns following violent protests
Nepal’s prime minister resigned Tuesday following violent protests against a ban on social media platforms and government corruption.
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UN Peacekeepers in CAR provide medical assistance for people living with disabilities
Peacekeepers from the United Nations’ MINUSCA mission in the Central African Republic have been reaching out to residents of Bangui living with disabilities.
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Mali launches airstrikes in response to militant-imposed fuel blockade
In Mali, the military has launched airstrikes in the gold-rich Kayes region after al-Qaeda-linked militants moved to block fuel imports into the capital, Bamako.
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Clashes in Tbilisi as ruling party supporters target opposition rally
Several people were injured in Tbilisi on Monday after supporters of the ruling Georgian Dream party attacked opposition activists outside the election headquarters of Mayor Kakha Kaladze.
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Democrats release suggestive letter to Epstein purportedly signed by Trump
Democrats release suggestive letter to Epstein purportedly signed by Trump, which he denies
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Croatian village Jaškovo sets new Guinness record with 3,136-metre strudel
The small Croatian village of Jaškovo has reclaimed its place in the Guinness Book of World Records by baking a strudel measuring 3,136 metres in length.
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BRICS leaders unite to tackle global trade tensions and US tariffs
On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin joined an extraordinary BRICS summit via video link, a virtual meeting convened by Brazil to address growing global concerns over US President Donald Trump’s sweeping trade tariffs.
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Tunisia becomes second team after Morocco to qualify for FIFA World Cup
Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane sent Tunisia to the World Cup with a goal in the fourth minute of injury time that secured a 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on Monday in qualifying.
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French Prime Minister François Bayrou ousted in confidence vote
After just nine months in office, French Prime Minister François Bayrou is out, toppled in a stunning confidence vote by lawmakers.
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Ivory Coast bars Laurent Gbagbo and key opposition leader from Presidential Race
The Constitutional Council announced that former president Laurent Gbagbo and former Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam are ineligible to run in the October 25th vote. The council cited their removal from the electoral roll as the reason for their exclusion.
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Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam inauguration gives new hope to many Ethiopians
The mega-dam is being inaugurated this Tuesday despite concerns from neighbouring countries over water sharing.
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DRC: Hundreds of protesters gather in Uvira to demand General Gasita’s removal
Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Uvira on Monday, in response to a call from civil society.
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Turkey: Tenager arrested over killing of two police officers in gun attack
The motives of the 16-year-old suspect are under investigation, Turkey’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Monday.
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Africa aims to lead in green investments after US quit Paris Agreement
African leaders aim to offer a global model for tackling the climate crisis through green investments, they said on Monday, after the United States’ withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement deflated the fight against climate change.
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Deadly clashes in Kathmandu after social media ban sparks protests
Tens of thousands of people rallied in Kathmandu on Monday against Nepal’s ban on social media. Police opened fire, killing 17 and injuring more than 145.
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ICC to present evidence against fugitive warlord Joseph Kony in court’s first in absentia hearing
International Criminal Court prosecutors will present evidence on Tuesday to back up charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity against notorious fugitive Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony at the global court’s first-ever in absentia hearing.
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Nepal police kills at least 17 people protesting corruption and social media ban
Protests erupted in Kathmandu after a government decision to block most social media platforms in the country.
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Dogs take to the waves in San Diego surf contest
Dogs rode the waves in San Diego on Sunday as the world’s longest-running dog surfing competition returned to the beach for its 20th annual edition.
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Netanyahu vows to find those responsible for deadly Jerusalem attack
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the site of the deadly shooting attack at a Jerusalem bus stop on Monday and vowed to pursue those involved.
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The site of the Jerusalem shooting that left six dead
Six people were killed and 12 injured on Monday when gunmen opened fire at Ramot Junction, a busy northern Jerusalem intersection leading to East Jerusalem settlements.
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Venice Architecture Biennale exhibition showcases lives of immigrants and refugees
A large-scale installation showcasing 100 portraits of immigrants and refugees welcomed visitors on Venice’s famous St Mark’s Square.
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Asia and Europe treated to full lunar eclipse
The year’s second total lunar eclipse saw Earth’s shadow obscure this weekend’s full moon as the home planet lines up perfectly between the moon and the sun. Asia had the best seats in the house this time, while countries across Europe also enjoyed nice views.
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Pix of the Day: September 8, 2025
Africanews looks at the day’s events around the world through the lense of the most striking photos linked to current news.