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António Guterres' vision for climate justice in Africa's G20 leadership
• 8:53 PM
1 min
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres visited South Africa during its G20 Presidency, emphasizing the need for climate justice.
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Scientists use new technology and AI to discover animal intelligence
• 3:54 PM
3 min
From self-medicating great apes to elephants that call one another by individual names, the wonderful world of nature was full of fascinating discoveries throughout 2024.
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Welcoming and integrating migrants: a message from Pope Francis
• 2:49 PM
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Pope Francis engaged with members of the Italian non-profit organization ResQ, focusing on the "vastness and complexity of the migration phenomenon."
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Russia edges toward Taliban recognition
• 2:27 PM
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The lower house of Russian parliament on Tuesday gave an initial approval of a long-discussed bill that would open the way for the Russian authorities to remove the Taliban’s designation as a terrorist group.
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Nigeria rolls out malaria vaccinations to young children
• 2:11 PM
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One of the first areas where the programme is being rolled out is the southern state of Bayelsa, which has one of the country's highest rates of malaria.
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Mexicans mourn murdered congressman
• 1:48 PM
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Hundreds of people paid their last respects on Tuesday to Benito Aguas Atlahua, a member of the country's ruling coalition, who died in hospital on Monday night after being shot earlier in the day in Zongolica, Mexico.
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In India, the Hornbill Festival keeps traditions alive
• 1:30 PM
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The 10-day Hornbill Festival is held in Kohima, the capital of the remote Indian state of Nagaland, on the border with Burma.
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Top Google searches of 2024: Elections, Copa América, and more
• 1:01 PM
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The results show terms that saw the highest spike in traffic compared to last year — ranging from key news events, notably global elections, to the most popular songs, athletes and unforgettable pop-culture moments that people looked up to worldwide.
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Bilal says new album partly inspired by 'divine intervention'
• 11:45 AM
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The US singer and songwriter recently published his first album of new music in eight years.
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At least 175 people killed, dozens injured in separate strikes in Sudan
• 11:38 AM
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At least 175 people have been reported dead and dozens injured after a series of airstrikes hit Sudan's capital on Monday and Tuesday.
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Israel, US bombings in Syria risk further destabilization, says legal analyst
• 10:47 AM
3 min
Mary Ellen O'Connell, a professor of law and international peace studies at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, believes bombing from Israel and the United States are "only adding to the chaos"
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Malaria cases surge in 2023, says WHO Report
• 10:21 AM
2 min
“No one should die of malaria; yet the disease continues to disproportionately harm people living in the African region, especially young children and pregnant women,”
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South Africa: Holiday warning as scam injuries surge
• 10:09 AM
2 min
“The RAF does not compensate someone who intentionally causes a motor vehicle accident, even if this results in serious injuries,”
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Urgent Action Needed For Ethiopia's School Children
• 9:33 AM
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Around 9 million children are out of school across Ethiopia today due to ongoing violence, climate-induced disasters and widespread forced displacement
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Unpredictable school fees bar many children in Africa from an education
• 9:15 AM
7 min
Top government-funded schools now charge nearly $700 in tuition per three-month term.
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Ugandan military extends detention of opposition leader Besigye
• 9:02 AM
1 min
Besigye is charged alongside his comrade Obeid Kamulegeya with endangering national security and subversion. The two were kidnapped by Ugandan intelligence from Kenya's capital in November prompting outrage
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Rights group calls for probe of Ex-Governor, Army officers in Congo
• 12:27 AM
4 min
Amnesty International called for an investigation Wednesday into a former governor and two top army officials in Congo for “possible crimes against humanity” during a deadly crackdown on demonstrators last year protesting the U.N. peacekeeping mission in
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Demonstration against feminicide in Kenya
• 7:44 PM
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In Nairobi, Kenya, police used tear gas to disperse protesters demonstrating against gender-based violence under the slogan 'Stop Feminicide'.
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Satellite Art Show, an unusual exhibition
• 7:40 PM
1 min
A group of artists are organising the Satellite Art Show for the 10th year running.
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Zambia's Court Blocks Edgar Lungu from Seeking Third Term
• 5:43 PM
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Zambia’s Constitutional Court ruled that former President Edgar Lungu was banned from contesting the 2026 election because he has already served the maximum terms
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SA: Miguel Cardoso named new coach of Mamelodi Sundowns
• 5:06 PM
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Mngqithi’s departure follows Sundowns’ poor recent form, including two draws in the Champions League group stage and a shock loss in the South African League Cup final.
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Normalcy slowly returns to Damascus after a violent attack
• 4:34 PM
1 min
Several private banks opened on Tuesday and employees came to work signaling a resumption of economic activities that were deemed closed indefinitely
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Protesters in Kenya demand action against femicide amid police crackdown
• 3:34 PM
2 min
Kenya is grappling with a silent epidemic of gender-based violence. Police data shows that 97 women were killed between August and November 2024, most by their male partners.
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At least 8 killed in building collapse in Cairo
• 3:01 PM
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The Health Ministry said in a statement that the collapse of the six-story building in Cairo’s western neighbourhood of Waili also injured three people, who were hospitalized.
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France flies out 2 Mirage fighter jets from Chad to signal beginning of military withdrawal
• 2:40 PM
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France flew out the two Mirage fighter jets it had stationed in Chad on Tuesday, signalling the beginning of the withdrawal of its military forces from the former French colony in Central Africa that last month broke off its defense cooperation agreement
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Chadian leader Mahamat Idriss Déby elevated to Marshal rank
• 2:30 PM
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The National Transitional Council (CNT) of Chad promoted General Déby to the rank of Marshal on Monday.
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The magic behind Mufasa: The Lion King: cast and creators share insights
• 2:28 PM
2 min
Mufasa: The Lion King serves as a prequel, exploring the origins of the iconic lion. The film premieres in U.S. theaters on December 20, with its soundtrack releasing on December 13.
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150 Illegal Miners to Appear in Court in South Africa
• 2:09 PM
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150 illegal miners are due to appear in court in South Africa following the latest operation crackdown
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Israel's Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial
• 11:17 AM
3 min
The Israeli prime minister faces three separate cases of corruption which include allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted
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A gang leader in Haiti is accused of massacring older people to avenge his son's death
• 10:54 AM
5 min
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the ongoing violence, which saw the killing of “at least 184 people, including 127 elderly men and women, between December 6-8 in the Wharf Jérémie neighbourhood of Cite Soleil,”
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Uganda: UNHCR raises alarm over suicide rates among refugees
• 10:07 AM
2 min
“Even in my sleep, I dream of bombs pounding the city, and I wake up in a panic because I’m so scared…”
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UN warns of escalating insecurity in DR Congo
• 9:19 AM
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UN Special Representative in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Bintou Keita reported “Political tensions around calls to revise the Constitution, and the continued and escalating insecurity in North Kivu and Ituri, especially related to the activ
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Gold mining threatens protected UN heritage site in Congo
• 9:05 AM
3 min
Spanning more than 13,000 square kilometers (5,000 square miles), the Okapi reserve became a protected site due to its unique biodiversity and large number of threatened species, including its namesake, the okapi. A Chinese company is accused of exploitin
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Syrians rush to notorious prison to search for loved ones
• 6:38 AM
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Thousands of Syrians headed Monday to Saydnaya military prison, just north of Damascus to search for their loved ones. Civil defense workers and teams from the White Helmets civil defense group were seen digging holes inside the prison in search for hidde
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Armed men kidnap women and children in northwestern Nigeria
• 12:46 AM
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"The entire village was gripped by fear as gunshots echoed throughout the operation," another resident told Daily Trust, which reported 43 people kidnapped.
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Police in Kenya hurl teargas at protesters against gender-based violence
• 12:13 AM
2 min
“It is very sad that I was injured while championing for women not to be injured or killed. If the president is serious about ending femicide, let him start by taking action on the officers who have brutalized us today,”
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Monday, december 9, 2024
Multilateral Development Banks: Delivering climate finance but falling short on reforms
• 9:08 PM
2 min
Adaptation finance lags behind mitigation, with only a few MDBs prioritizing it as required under the Paris Agreement. Concessional financing, essential for low-income and climate-vulnerable nations, is declining, with grants falling from 10% of total MDB
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Jay-Z Denies Rape Allegation and Calls It Extortion
• 8:53 PM
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Jay-Z is rejecting a rape allegation made against him, calling it part of an extortion attempt
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Pandas take over Hong Kong
• 8:05 PM
1 min
The Panda Go! exhibition features 2,500 mini-panda sculptures, which were put on display at various locations in Hong Kong, China. Crowds flocked to Victoria Harbour over the weekend to pay them a visit.
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Charles Onana found guilty of contesting crimes against humanity
• 7:10 PM
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Onana was fined €8,400, while his publisher, Damien Serieyx of Éditions du Toucan, was fined €5,000. They must also pay €11,000 in damages to human rights organizations that filed the lawsuit.
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The looting of Bashar al-Assad's presidential palace
• 6:40 PM
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Syrians entered the presidential palace in Damascus on Sunday after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime and his flight to Russia.
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Morocco Sees Record 15.9 Million Tourists in 2024
• 5:52 PM
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Morocco received a record 15.9 million tourists in the first 11 months of this year, surpassing the total in the entire previous year
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Over 75% of earth's land is permanently drying: UN report
• 4:42 PM
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Much of Earth's lands are drying out and damaging the ability of plant and animal life to survive, according to a United Nations report released Monday at talks where countries are working to address the problem.
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Kiteboarding sees competitors reach new heights in South Africa
• 4:31 PM
2 min
With just three hours left of the Red Bull King of the Air 2024 weather window in Cape Town, Italian Andrea Principi successfully defended his Open Division title while British kiteboarder Francesca Maini claimed victory in the inaugural Women's Division.
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Mystery disease spreads in DRC, mainly affecting children and the malnourished
• 4:27 PM
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The outbreak is occurring in a rural and remote area, with access further complicated by heavy rains and limited healthcare diagnostics.
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Superhero battles in Argentina
• 4:13 PM
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The Argentinian Comic-Con is held in an area covering more than 30,000 square metres in the capital Buenos Aires. This year's edition puts the spotlight on cosplayers, who showcase their dedication to creating elaborate costumes and rehearsing dance and f
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2024 Set To Be Hottest Year On Record
• 4:07 PM
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Europe’s climate monitor says 2024 is “effectively certain” to be the hottest on record and the first year above the 1.5 degrees Celsius
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Closing statements begin in the trial of Central African Republic rebels at the Hague
• 3:26 PM
2 min
“For us, impunity is simply not an option. And even less so in this case. The evidence presented for this case has established the guilt of the two accused for the crimes charged,”
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Moana 2’ cruises to another record weekend and $600 million globally
• 3:01 PM
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The Walt Disney Co.'s animated film “Moana 2” remained at the top of the box office in its second weekend in theaters as it brought in another record haul.
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Syrian diaspora across Europe reacts to the downfall of Bashar al-Assad
• 2:17 PM
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For the Syrian diaspora, this moment is both a culmination of years of struggle and the start of a new chapter. As Amal Rifard puts it, "We’ve waited so long for this. It feels unreal. But we have hope again, and that is something we lost a long time ago.
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Displaced Syrians Return From Lebanon As Conflict Shifts
• 2:11 PM
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Hundreds of displaced Syrians have been returning from Lebanon to Syria on Monday, with dozens of cars lining up at the border crossing
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Marrakech festival spotlights tensions animating Morocco's movie industry
• 1:12 PM
7 min
“I am Moroccan. I am gay. And I always have wanted to put the reality of Moroccan gays in cinema,” Taia said, introducing the film at a screening last week.
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Ten years of terror: Ngadi village still haunted by ADF massacres
• 11:36 AM
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The scars of that horrific period remain, with fear and grief dominating the lives of the residents. In this region, terror continues to reign, fueled by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a rebel group affiliated with an Islamist movement.
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Iran's foreign minister warns against Syria's disintegration and civil war
• 10:56 AM
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said there were concerns about the "possibility of civil war, the disintegration of Syria, a total collapse and turning Syria into a shelter for terrorists."
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A choir inside a giant Christmas tree in the USA
• 10:12 AM
1 min
In Michigan, the Mona Shores Singing Christmas Tree is 20 metres tall, with 25,000 LED lights, 1,580 linear metres of greenery and 15 levels on which 180 choir members stand. The 40-year-old tree can hold up to 220 singers.
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Ghana Makes History with First Female Vice President-Elect, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang
• 10:03 AM
3 min
In 2008, she became the first woman to lead a public university in Ghana, serving as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast.
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Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests
• 9:38 AM
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As global health authorities work to contain mpox outbreaks in east Africa and throughout the world, a Moroccan company became the first in Africa earlier this month to manufacture tests for the virus.
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Ghana: Celebrations as ex-President John Mahama triumphs
• 9:28 AM
2 min
This is former President John Dramani Mahama’s second bid for a second term. He was voted out of power in 2016 amid widespread discontent with his party and months of intense power outages
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Marrakech film festival: The story of the "Chikhates" or pure feminism
• 8:15 AM
2 min
Nisrin Erradi, who plays Touda, revealed that she fully immersed herself in the role, which deeply moved her. So much so that she declined other projects for two years, focusing solely on Touda.
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African talents awarded at Atlas Workshops in Marrakech
• 8:14 AM
2 min
The Atlas Workshops, an initiative by the Marrakech International Film Festival to develop young African talents in film, has come to an end. Among those awarded was Morad Mostafa for his film Aisha Can't Fly.
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Friday, december 6, 2024
USA: McKinsey pays fine for corruption in South Africa
Business • 11:47 AM
1 min
An African subsidiary of consulting firm McKinsey & Company Inc. will pay a criminal fine of more than $122 million to end a U.S. Justice Department investigation into a years-long bribery scheme of South African officials, U.S. authorities said Thursday.
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Africa’s Green Economy: A Job Creation Revolution by 2030 {Business Africa}
Business • 6:31 AM
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Africa's Green Economy is set to create 3.3 million jobs by 2030, driven by solar energy and climate-smart agriculture according a report while Zenith Bank Plc launches its Paris branch, a major milestone in its global expansion strategy.
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Thursday, december 5, 2024
Wednesday, december 4, 2024
Marrakech Film Festival: Moroccan artists honored
Culture • 8:50 AM
2 min
Currently underway in Morocco, the Marrakech International Film Festival provides many filmmakers with the chance to premiere their films and observe the reactions of cinema industry professionals.
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Ramaphosa says G20 to caution itself from Trump's America First policies
Business • 7:12 AM
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Ramaphosa reassured about the relevant steps they have taken as a group to caution against Trump's America First approach in his second administration, which starts on Jan. 20.
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Friday, november 29, 2024
South Africa poised to take over the leadership of the G20 on Sunday
Business • 8:07 PM
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South Africa is poised to take over the leadership of the G20 on Sunday. This is the first time an African country is taking the presidency of a Group of 20 countries.
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Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala wins second term as WTO chief
Business • 3:58 PM
1 min
Her reappointment comes amid fears of a trade war when US president-elect Donald Trump assumes office in January.
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ILO says global wage inequality has declined but many challenges remain
Business • 10:51 AM
2 min
Its latest report showed that wage inequality has decreased globally at an annual rate of 0.5 to 1.7 per cent since 2000.
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Thursday, november 28, 2024
Tuesday, november 26, 2024
First trailer of Bob Marley biopic 'One Love' unveiled
Culture • 10:30 AM
1 min
"Bob Marley: One Love" is set for release on January 12, 2024. It follows Robert Nesta Marley's career from his early days to becoming an icon in the 70's.
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History of Kongo Kingdom at Tunis' Dream City festival
Culture • 9:59 AM
3 min
45-minutes performance 'Missa Luba' revolves around an eponymous Congolese religious music genre, and the semi-fictional story of interactions between the Kongo Kingdom, the Kingdom of Portugal and the Vatican.
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Resurgent interest in art of calligraphy in Morocco
Culture • 9:58 AM
2 min
Since the Islamic conquest, Moroccan calligraphers relentlessly pursued their craft, despite scarcity of schools to teach the skill and a lack of raw materials.
Thanks to efforts and innovation, Moroccan calligraphy is still developing.
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Venice Film Festival: 'Io Capitano' tells dreadful journey to Europe of Senegalese migrants
Culture • 9:50 AM
3 min
The Belgian-Italian co-production stars Seydou Sarr and Moustapha Fall. It was filmed in Morocco, Italy and Senegal over 13 weeks, with a cast of non-professional actors.
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South Africa's refurbished Digital Dome set to open in February 2025
• 8:41 AM
1 min
The Johannesburg Planetarium has been transformed into the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, marking a new chapter for science in South Africa.
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Monday, november 25, 2024
Zimbabwe seeks debt restructuring to unlock funding and rebuild economy
Business • 1:49 PM
1 min
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa hosted creditors and finance executives on Monday to discuss plans for clearing the country's $12.7 billion external debt and restructuring arrears.
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South Africa: Anti-apartheid author Breyten Breytenbach dies aged 85
Culture • 8:24 AM
2 min
Breytenbach is best known for “Confessions of an Albino Terrorist", a book in which he recounts his conviction for treason under the Apartheid's infamous Terrorism Act and his seven years in prison.
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Sunday, november 24, 2024
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Friday, november 22, 2024
Thursday, november 21, 2024
Kenya cancels airport and energy deals with Adani group after the U.S. indicts the tycoon
Business • 3:19 PM
2 min
President William Ruto in a state of the nation address said the decision was made “based on new information provided by our investigative agencies and partner nations.”
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Africa's hight cost of climate change [Business Africa]
Business • 2:00 PM
3 min
Climate change-related weather events and conditions are placing disproportionate burdens and risks on Africa. Such events as droughts, floods and cyclones are increasing, leading to massive population displacement and considerable economic losses.
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US actress Viola Davis to receive Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award
Culture • 1:27 PM
1 min
Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne called Davis a “luminary," and expressed admiration for the actor's dedication to her craft and impact on the industry.
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Denzel Washington and wife support son at premiere of 'The Piano Lesson'
Culture • 9:27 AM
2 min
The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by August Wilson and tells the story of a family as the fight over the sale of an heirloom piano.
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Wednesday, november 20, 2024
Tuesday, november 19, 2024
EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure
Business • 9:02 PM
2 min
The European Union pledged Tuesday to lend 91 million euros ($96 million) to Cameroon over the next three years to boost the West African country's infrastructure and attract foreign investment.
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Brazil hands over G20 Presidency to South Africa
Business • 8:30 PM
1 min
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva closed the Group of 20 summit on Tuesday and handed over the presidency to South Africa.
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Ethiopia: Electromobility, turning point or illusion? [Business Africa]
Business • 11:09 AM
3 min
This week, we examine Ethiopia's goal of reaching 440,000 electric vehicles by 2030, featuring an interview with the CEO of Dodai. We also discuss mobile cafés in Morocco, which provide opportunities, and Lienne Shonhiwa, the founder of Manetain Organics
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Pro-palestinian demonstrators protest in Rio de Janeiro as G20 summit unfolds
Business • 10:16 AM
1 min
Protesters took to the streets of Rio de Janeiro, where the G20 summit is taking place, calling for an end to the war in Gaza and for the Brazilian government to sever ties with Israel.
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Climate crisis takes centre stage at G20 summit in Brazil
Business • 6:45 AM
2 min
On Tuesday, G20 leaders are expected to discuss sustainable development and the transition to cleaner energy.
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Monday, november 18, 2024
Sunday, november 17, 2024
Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania
Culture • 3:39 PM
4 min
Four months after a nationality row in her home country South Africa, Chidimma Adetshina became the first runner-up to Miss Denmark who was crowned Miss Universe 2024.
Victoria Kjær Theilvig succeeds to Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Nicaragua.
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Activists highlight plight of world's hungry ahead of G20 summit in Brazil
Business • 10:44 AM
1 min
The protest which was organized by the NGO Rio da Paz or Rio for Peace sought to draw the attention of the leaders of the world's richest nations on the scourge of hunger.
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Friday, november 15, 2024
Nigeria's inflation rate surges as food prices escalate
Business • 4:38 PM
1 min
A report by the National Bureau of Statistics said food inflation reached 39.16% year-on-year in October from 37.77%. The jump was attributed to a steep rise in the prices of staples such as maize, rice and cooking oil
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COP29: What next for Africa's energy transition?
Business • 3:24 PM
1 min
Africa stands at a crossroad in the global energy transition. So how can the continent address its energy needs whilst navigating the climate crisis?
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Turkey offered partner status by BRICS amid bid to balance East-West ties
Business • 2:06 PM
1 min
The offer comes after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended a BRICS summit in Kazan, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, underscoring Ankara’s aspirations for deeper engagement with the group.
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Civil society takes center stage at Brazil’s G20 social summit
Business • 9:07 AM
2 min
The event is part of Brazil’s broader G20 agenda to promote sustainable development, green energy transitions, poverty eradication, and reduced inequality, setting a collaborative tone for the upcoming leaders’ summit in Rio.
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Thursday, november 14, 2024
Ridley Scott brings "Gladiator" back to the big screens
Culture • 7:44 PM
2 min
24 years after the original movie, Ridley Scott is bringing "Gladiator" back to the big screens
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New era of sovereignty in Mali's gold sector [Business Africa]
Business • 3:21 PM
3 min
This week, we explore the dynamic changes in Mali's mining sector, as the government strengthens its control over gold resources. We also look at Tanzania's ambitions to boost its mining industry and Zimbabwe's real estate market as a safe haven for inves
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