Grand Egyptian Museum: challenges for world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization
Africa • Nov 2, 2025, 2:10 PM
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Egypt was inaugurating the long-delayed Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) on Saturday, the world’s largest museum dedicated to its ancient civilization. World leaders, including monarchs, heads of states and governments, were to attend the grand opening ceremony in Cairo. Reaserch fellow at the SOAS Middle East Institute, Maria Gloria Polimeno, gives her insights.
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Senegalese beach wrestling set for Olympic debut in 2026
Africa • 11:01 AM
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Wrestling in Senegal is more than a sport — it’s a national treasure, a symbol of pride and passion. Now, the beach version of this beloved tradition will make its Olympic debut at the 2026 Games in Dakar, igniting excitement and ambition among the count
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Tanzania partially lifts curfew, internet blackout after deadly election violence
Africa • 10:06 AM
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Tanzania partially lifted restrictions including a curfew and an internet blackout on Tuesday after deadly violence broke out following the country's presidential elections.
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Mali: Jihadists' fuel blockade paralyse Bamako
Africa • 10:06 AM
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An al-Qaeda-linked group, JNIM, has blockaded fuel supplies in Mali’s capital for two months, crippling Bamako and pressuring the military government. Though the militants are active near the city, analysts say they currently lack the intent or capabilit
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