Today
At least 7 members of Nigerian security force missing after insurgents ambush convoy
• 9:42 AM
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Although Boko Haram mainly operates in the northeast, the government says the group has cells in the largely Muslim Niger state, where its fighters ambushed the convoy and where they have previously carried attacks against the military and civilians.
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Niger: Conference in solidarity with the Alliance of Sahel States
• 9:32 AM
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The gathering aims to provide support for the three countries which have been cut off from much of the international community following recent coups.
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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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Yesterday
US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza for 4th time
• 9:55 PM
5 min
The council voted overwhelmingly in favor of the resolution — 14 of its 15 members voted “yes” including U.S. allies Britain and France — but it was doomed by the veto.
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Mali: Civilian PM sacked after criticizing junta, cabinet dismissed
• 9:47 PM
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Demonstrators had called for Maiga's resignation follow his November 16th comments.
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Uganda: Martial court charges Kizza Besigye, Kenya's role in arrest in focus
• 8:48 PM
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"For his liberty to be curtailed in a sovereign state like Kenya and no actions being taken by the Kenyan government against the sister country, violating the territorial integrity of Kenya, that is a very serious matter," Besigye lawyer told the press on
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ICC says it has uncovered evidence of war crimes in Libya
• 5:11 PM
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The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court urged Libya and other nations Tuesday to help arrest six men allegedly linked to a brutal militia blamed for multiple killings and other crimes in a strategically important western town where mass graves
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Spain’s left-wing government stands out on migration policy in the EU
• 4:59 PM
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"Spain needs 250,000 to 300,000 foreign workers annually to maintain its standard of living," said Elma Saiz, Minister of Inclusion and Migration.
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Residents of Haitian capital improvise for their shelter
• 4:10 PM
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Residents of the Haitian capital's Solino neighborhood congregated to improvise shelters in the neighboring Bourbon neighborhood.
In a desperate effort to establish a camp where they can settle, the residents join forces with hammers, sticks, and machete
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Mali: Former al-Qaida-linked police chief sentenced to 10 years for war crimes
• 3:50 PM
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Prosecutors accused Al-Hassan, 47, of leading a "reign of terror" after the al-Qaeda-linked Ansar Dine group seized the historic city in 2012.
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South Africa plans rescue for illegal miners amid Standoff
• 3:08 PM
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Authorities say the miners are not trapped but have refused to emerge, fearing arrest.
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COP29: Activists call on rich polluters to pay, urge Global South delegates to stand firm
• 2:23 PM
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Vulnerable nations are seeking $1.3 trillion to deal with damage from climate change and to adapt to that change. Experts agree that at least $1 trillion is called for, this is far more than industrialized nations have so far pledged to the loss and damag
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Ugandan opposition politician kidnapped and jailed, his wife says
• 11:43 AM
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UNAIDS executive director, Winnie Byanyima, says her husband was taken in Kenya and is now in a military jail in Kampala.
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Mozambique: Opposition leader Venancio Mondlane faces legal action
• 11:17 AM
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Authorities are seeking over 30 million meticais (approximately 480,000 euros) in damages for destruction caused during protests in Maputo. Mondlane has been calling for demonstrations since mid-October, denouncing what he claims is widespread fraud in t
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Nairobi Archdiocese declines President Ruto's cash donation
• 10:49 AM
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President Ruto donated Sh600,000 to the church choir, Sh2 million for the construction of the parish priest's house, and pledged an additional Sh3 million for the same project.
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Congo accuses rebel group of 'ethnic cleansing' in country's east
• 10:15 AM
2 min
More than 100 armed groups have been vying for a foothold in mineral-rich eastern Congo near the border with Rwanda.
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Tanzania, Botswana, Mozambique secure 2025 AFCON spots
• 10:05 AM
2 min
Host nation Morocco, defending champion Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Algeria, Congo, Cameroon, Senegal and Angola were already qualified before the penultimate round of qualifiers.
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Provisional results confirm victory for Senegal's ruling Pastef party
• 7:57 AM
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Pastef’s victory in the legislative polls has redrawn the electoral map and given it unprecedented power to implement its programme.
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Four Ghanaian UN peacekeepers wounded in rocket strike in Lebanon
• 6:43 AM
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The UN Interim Force in Lebanon said peacekeepers and its facilities were targeted in three separate incidents on Tuesday.
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Women's health advocates in Africa worry Trump will cut funds for birth control
• 12:09 AM
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As he did in his first term, US President-elect Donald Trump is likely in January to invoke the so-called global gag rule, a policy that bars US foreign aid from being used to perform abortions or provide abortion information
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Tuesday, november 19, 2024
EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure
• 9:02 PM
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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
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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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Gangs launch fresh attack on Haiti’s capital
• 8:21 PM
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Gangs launched a fresh attack on Haiti’s capital early Tuesday, targeting an upscale community in Port-au-Prince where gunmen clashed with residents who fought side-by-side with police.
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Ridley Scott brings "Gladiator" back to the big screens
• 7:58 PM
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24 years after the original movie, Ridley Scott is bringing "Gladiator" back to the big screens
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Highly-anticipated Wicked makes its cinema debut in South Africa
• 5:03 PM
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After garnering some rave reviews from critics, Wicked will be making its cinema debut, including in South Africa, this week. The film stars Cynthia Eviro and Ariana Grande, for whom some are demanding Oscar consideration.
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Congo reports vandalism of Lumumba's Mausoleum holding gold-capped tooth
• 4:12 PM
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The return of Lumumba’s tooth from former colonizer Belgium in 2022 had been celebrated around Congo, with the tooth taken around the vast country so people could pay their respects.
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Cher releases first part of 'intimate' memoir, detailling her meteoric rise to fame
• 3:55 PM
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Superstar Cher has released the first part of her memoir, in which she details her complicated childhood and her rise to fame, as well as her turbulent relationship with Sonny Bono.
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1,000 days of war in Ukraine with no sign of an end
• 3:22 PM
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A group of relatives of Ukrainian prisoners of war gathered at a rally in Kyiv on Tuesday to remember their loved ones as the full-scale Russian invasion reached its 1,000th day.
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COP29: Delegates renegotiate new compensation for developing nations
• 1:41 PM
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Money is the key issue at the United Nations climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, where negotiators are working on a new amount for developing nations to transition to clean energy, adapt to climate change and deal with weather disasters.
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Activists from global south protest at COP29 calling for finance for less privileged countries
• 11:35 AM
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Activists from the global south gathered at COP29 in Baku, calling for an agreement that provides trillions of dollars to less privileged nations vulnerable to climate change.
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Russia vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in the war between Sudan's rival forces
• 11:17 AM
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U.K. Foreign Minister David Lammy, who chaired the meeting, told the council afterwards: “This Russian veto is a disgrace. … While Britain works with our African partners, Russia vetoes their will.”
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Trump confirms he will deploy the military for mass deportation plan
• 11:04 AM
2 min
"ready to declare a national emergency and deploy military resources to reverse the Biden administration's immigration policies through mass deportation."
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Ugandan TikToker jailed for insulting President Museveni
• 10:44 AM
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“This court hopes that by the time the convict leaves prison, he will have learned that abusing people in the name of creating content is unacceptable,”
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Tens of thousands rally in New Zealand in support of Māori rights
• 10:41 AM
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They were protesting against a proposed law that will reshape the country’s founding treaty between the Indigenous people and the British Crown.
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Ghana overtakes Nigeria in U.S. visa overstay rates, new report reveals
• 10:25 AM
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The comprehensive analysis sheds light on individuals who remained in the United States beyond their authorized stay without a recorded departure or an approved visa extension.
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Pro-palestinian demonstrators protest in Rio de Janeiro as G20 summit unfolds
Business • 10:16 AM
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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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Somaliland opposition leader wins presidential poll
• 8:59 AM
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Garowe Online reports the Electoral Commission as saying Abdirahman Cirro won 64 per cent of the vote.
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Ramaphosa calls for peaceful resolution to illegal miner standoff
• 7:55 AM
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He said described the situation as precarious but urged the police to respect the miners’ rights and not put their lives at risk.
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Climate crisis takes centre stage at G20 summit in Brazil
Business • 6:45 AM
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On Tuesday, G20 leaders are expected to discuss sustainable development and the transition to cleaner energy.
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EU agrees to give another €20 million to Rwanda Defence Force in Mozambique
• 12:32 AM
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The EU council has agreed to give another €20 million to the Rwanda Defence Force in Mozambique, where troops are fighting against an Islamic State-backed insurgency. The council pledged the same amount back in 2022.
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Monday, november 18, 2024
Tanzania building collapse: Rescue efforts continue as govt vows stern action
• 9:00 PM
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Rescue efforts at the site of a building collapse that killed at least 16 people in Tanzania’s commercial capital entered a third day on Monday.
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Russia vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Sudan
• 8:52 PM
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Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution Monday calling for an immediate cease-fire in the war between Sudan's military and paramilitary forces and delivery of humanitarian aid to millions in desperate need.
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Liberia seeks to address agricultural data needs and bridge the gaps
• 5:34 PM
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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is providing technical assistance to Liberia to address country’s data needs and bridging the data gaps – especially in locations where collecting statistical data is not easy, due to adver
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Detainees released in Burundi as part of effort to reduce overcrowding in prisons
• 5:03 PM
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Burundi has started to release certain prisoners as part of an attempt to reduce overcrowding in the country's 11 prisons. The nation's president said he viewed the move as an opportunity for those released to contribute to the country.
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World leaders gather in Brazil for G20 summit amid global tensions
Business • 4:42 PM
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The summit comes at a challenging time, with ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and the recent U.S. presidential election victory of Donald Trump
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Hundreds dead, thousands infected in Sudan's months-long cholera outbreak
• 3:38 PM
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A recent statistic from the Sudanese Ministry of Health on Nov. 15 revealed that the number of cholera cases has risen to 24,604, including 699 deaths, while the disease has spread to 11 of Sudan's 18 states.
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South Africa: Ramaphosa urges safe resolution in Stilfontein Mining standoff
• 3:16 PM
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“The Stilfontein mine is a crime scene,” Ramaphosa said, adding that police must secure the area while ensuring the miners' safe return...."
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Dozens of health workers on trial in Turkey accused of causing infant deaths
• 3:06 PM
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47 people in Turkey, including healthcare professionals, have gone on trial for their alleged involvement in a private healthcare scheme resulting in infant deaths. It's one the largest healthcare scandals the country has seen in recent years.
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Mali secures $160m settlement from Resolute Mining in tax dispute
• 1:53 PM
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Australian gold miner Resolute Mining has agreed to pay Mali’s military-led government $160 million (£126m) to resolve a tax dispute, following the detention of the company’s British CEO and two colleagues.
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Section of Malian military calls for the resignation of the PM
• 1:47 PM
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A section of the Malian military known as the Collective of military defense (CDM) is accusing Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maïga of "treason" and "denunciation" following his criticism of the ruling generals.
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COP29 finance talks lag as the summit reaches its halfway mark
• 10:30 AM
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One of the main tasks of COP29 is for countries to broker a deal that ensures up to trillions of dollars in adaptation and mitigation financing.
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Britain calls for UN action on Sudan, boosts humanitarian aid
• 10:20 AM
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The power struggle between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces, ongoing since April 2023, has caused thousands of deaths and the world’s largest displacement crisis.
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Mixed feelings among Senegal's residents about election, as government claims victory
• 10:02 AM
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Senegal's government has delared victory in Sunday's snap parliamentary elections, with a majority of the votes counted. Some are hoping that the result will enable President Diomaye Faye to push through his reforms, while others are less optimistic.
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Nigeria and India pledge to strengthen defence, trade, development ties
• 8:50 AM
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The two leaders spoke of a new chapter in their strategic partnerships in the areas of defence, energy, technology, trade, and development.
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Senegal's ruling Pastef party claims victory in snap legislative electioins
• 7:38 AM
1 min
Early results showed President Bassirou Faye’s party outperforming the two main opposition groups to solidify its dominance eight months after assuming power.
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Interior minister says Gabon has approved a new constitution
• 6:30 AM
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Provisional results published on Sunday show 91.8 per cent of voters said 'yes' to the new charter.
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Abuja festival focuses on African culture in the digital age
• 12:28 AM
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The three-day inaugural Abuja International Poetry Festival took place last week in various venues across the Nigerian capital.
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Meet one of the teams patrolling Senegal's waters to rescue migrants on small boats
• 12:08 AM
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For migrants hoping to reach the Canary islands from West Africa in the hopes of a better life, the journey is one of the most dangerous in the world. Assane Seye, a commander in the Senegalese navy, is among those patrolling the sea to rescue migrants.
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Heroin addiction crisis in Kenya: A growing challenge
• 12:03 AM
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The drug, which once only passed through Kenya on its way to Europe and America, is now increasingly being sold within the country, especially along its coastal regions, where addiction is rampant.
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Sunday, november 17, 2024
Climate adaption: Unfulfilled pledges mean “lost lives and denied development” – UN chief
• 8:49 PM
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Africa is facing "intolerable injustice," the United Nations secretary general told COP 29 attendees on Tuesday (Nov. 12). According to the World Meteorological Organization, African countries are losing 2-5% of GDP and many are spending up to 9% of thei
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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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Voter turnout in focus as Gabonese await referendum results
• 1:19 PM
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Now that vote has ended, many Gabonese say the focus should go to the restoration of institution, a pledge of the ruling junta known as the Committee for the transition and restoration institutions promised when seizing power.
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Activists highlight plight of world's hungry ahead of G20 summit in Brazil
Business • 10:44 AM
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
New era of sovereignty in Mali's gold sector [Business Africa]
Business • 3:21 PM
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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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Nigeria signs $1.2 billion deal with Chinese state-owned company to revamp key gas plant
Business • 11:52 AM
2 min
Minister of State for Gas Ekperikpe Ekpo expressed optimism about the “significant investment,” stating that it would position the smelter “back on the path to becoming a leading aluminium producer for both domestic and international markets.”
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Tuesday, november 12, 2024
DRC on a mission to financing the world's largest hydropower dam
Business • 2:21 PM
4 min
The Grand Inga project requires an estimated $80 billion in investments to produce 40,000 megawatts of electricity—enough not only to meet the demands of the DRC but also to support other African countries facing energy shortages.
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Theater festival offers solace in Burkina Faso
Culture • 12:42 AM
3 min
More than 150 African and European artists performed and over 4,500 theatre lovers were able to escape the country's grim reality, if just for a little while.
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Saturday, november 9, 2024
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15th edition of Biennale of contemporary African art opens in Dakar
Culture • 5:44 PM
4 min
The theme of the 2024 Dar-art is "Xàll wi" in Wolof which translates as "the wake".
An invitation to Africans to reclaim their cultures and be open for reinvention in the face of global changes.
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UN agricultural fund calls for adaptation financing for small-scale farmers
Business • 11:35 AM
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Ahead of the COP29 climate change conference, IFAD says a proposed climate finance goal needs to prioritise the needs of small farms.
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Thursday, november 7, 2024
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Algerian-French writer Kamel Daoud wins top French literary prize
Culture • 6:01 PM
1 min
The panel picked Daoud's novel 'Houris' which competed against 3 other books.
The work centers around the character of Aube, a survivor of Algeria's civil war known as the 'Black Decade'.
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US: Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with stars including MJ has died
Culture • 1:10 PM
1 min
Jones leaves a vast legacy that ranged from producing Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album to writing prize-winning film and television scores.
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Marrakech celebrates tradition in lively folklore festival
Culture • 5:54 PM
1 min
The 6th World Folklore Days drew more than 700 artists representing more than 30 troupes from 22 countries around the world. Performers from this year's guest of honor, Indonesia showed up in vibrantly colored costumes and gold headpieces, making their co
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Kenya's supreme court reinstates 2023 finance law after appeals court nullification
Business • 6:15 AM
1 min
The 2023 finance law, which included increased fuel taxes, a housing levy, and higher top income tax rates, triggered opposition-led protests and unrest, leading to over 60 deaths in June and July. In response, Ruto withdrew this year's bill, delaying an
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Animation dreams in Togo: Michel Ocelot inspires at the FIGA festival
Culture • 12:13 AM
1 min
Although challenges remain, animated film is moving toward a dynamic and promising future in Togo, driven by national creative potential. With increased support and proper structuring of the sector, the country could become a major player in animation.
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Monday, october 28, 2024
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Egypt's economic outlook: Growth expected amidst IMF reforms
Business • 2:16 PM
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Key forecasts show gradual recovery following austerity measures
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Putin concludes BRICS summit with call for UN reform
Business • 1:38 PM
2 min
Russian President Vladimir Putin led the final session of BRICS summit, advocating for reforms at the UN to increase the representation of Asian, African, and Latin American nations.
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Africa’s growing role in BRICS: Opportunities and challenges {Business Africa}
Business • 10:20 AM
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African nations tap into BRICS for trade and infrastructure development, while Zimbabwe's young population drives internet demand, with over 11.5 million users pushing SpaceX's Starlink to capacity in Harare, raising questions about affordability and comp
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Charges dropped: Binance executive freed by Nigerian court decision
Business • 8:06 AM
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A Nigerian court ruled that Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan should be released after the government dismissed money laundering charges against him, enabling him to seek medical treatment overseas.
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Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed meets Putin at BRICS Summit, pushes for stronger trade ties
Business • 5:49 AM
1 min
Ethiopia formally joined the group of emerging economies earlier this year. It is one of the newest members of the block.
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Wednesday, october 23, 2024
Burkinabe playwright aims to break the silence about rape
Culture • 6:05 PM
2 min
Oliva Ouedraogo’s play “Queen” (known by its French name “Reine”) showed at the Acte Sept cultural centre in Bamako on 15 October.
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BRICS: African leaders call for reforms of international institutions
Business • 5:38 PM
2 min
African leaders attending the BRICS summit in Russia, spoke out on Wednesday about what they see as important issues on the international stage.
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Economic collaboration: Putin's vision for BRICS at Kazan summit
Business • 4:09 PM
2 min
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the economic potential within the member nations.
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