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Mali: 4 Executives from Canadian company Barrick Gold arrested

• 1:36 PM

Barrick Gold confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that four employees from its Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex had been charged and were awaiting trial after their arrest on Monday night.

Somalia and Jubaland issue warrants of arrest for their respective leaders

• 1:22 PM

The Federal government of Somalia has issued a warrant of arrest for the President of Jubaland state in what can be seen as a reciprocal measure after a judge in Jubaland had earlier issued the same warrant for Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

Australia's senate considers social media ban for children under 16

• 11:58 AM

Australia's senate is debating a social media ban for children under the age of 16, after the House of Representatives passed the bill. Some argue that the world-first law is essential, but others argue it could lead youngsters to the dark web.

Taking into account human rights is key in ending AIDS- UN report

• 11:24 AM

The UNAIDS new report titled "Take The Rights Path" brings together the latest research, case studies, and recommendations for getting the world on track.

World leaders react to ceasefire in Lebanon

• 9:01 AM

The UN chief said Wednesday (Nov. 27) the deal represents “the first ray of hope for peace” in the regional war. South Africa expressed support for the implementation of the agreement in Lebanon and called for a similar move in Gaza.

Lebanon: Beirut residents and displaced celebrate ceasefire deal

• 8:44 AM

The truce could give some reprieve to 1.2 million Lebanese individuals displaced by the fighting. Across the border, tens of thousands of Israelis had fled their homes due to Hezbollah rockets fired into the country.

Haiti: 21,000 children displaced in 2 weeks as gang violence intensifies

• 6:28 AM

Gang violence has forced many children to seek refuge in overcrowded schools repurposed as shelters or with host families, often with little to no access to clean water, food, or healthcare.

Putin warns Russia will continue strikes on Ukraine, after attack on Ukraine's power grid

• 12:53 AM

Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia may use more of the new intermediate-range missile Oreshnik to strike Ukraine, after attacking Ukraine's power grid and leaving more than a million in the dark. Meanwhile in Kazakhstan, leaders of the Russia-dominated

Zimbabwe: 35 opposition leaders released, including Jameson Timba

• 12:49 AM

A Zimbabwean court on Wednesday freed an opposition leader and 34 activists after handing them suspended prison sentences for taking part in what authorities called an unlawful assembly.

Burkina summons newspaper head over Mali reporting

• 12:48 AM

The High Council for communication or CSC argues the Observateur Paalga, a leading local newspaper, published an article allegedly "breaching the law, ethics and journalistic professional conduct".

Interpol arrests 1,006 cybercrime suspects across Africa in two-months

• 12:38 AM

The operation, dubbed Operation Serengeti, was conducted in collaboration with Afripol, the African Union’s police agency, and took place from September 2 to October 31 across 19 African countries.

Prince William honors conservation heroes at Tusk Awards in London

• 12:17 AM

The twelth edition of the Tusk Conservation Awards - a ceremony which honours the heroes of African conservation - took place in London on Wednesday.

South Sudan's President urges focus on 2026 elections at Juba Forum

• 12:11 AM

'It makes sense to say, any agreement to replace the existing one will defeat the principle of inclusivity and will certainly lead to a cycle of conflict'',

Namibia waits for results of fiercely contested election

Yesterday

• 9:47 PM

Polling booths closed at 21h on Wednesday with results of voting for a new president and parliament expected by the weekend.

Tanzanians vote in polls the opposition says is rigged

• 5:09 PM

About 31 million people were eligible to cast their ballots for more than 80,000 street and village leaders.

Central African Republic: 10 dead in an ambush near a diamond mine

• 3:02 PM

In the Central African Republic, gunmen killed six motorcycle taxi drivers and four of their customers near the diamond-mining town of Bria, authorities said Tuesday.

Tate Modern showcases how artists have used technology to dream up the future

• 2:21 PM

Tate Modern’s Electric Dreams: Art and Technology Before the Internet opens on 28 November, showcasing how artists from the 1950s to the 1990s used emerging technologies to craft visionary works.

WHO Africa director-elect dies while receiving treatment in India

• 1:20 PM

Ndugulile served as a member of parliament for Kigamboni Constituency in Tanzania's commercial capital, Dar es Salaam. He was also the East African country's health assistant minister between 2017-2020 and the information and communication minister until

Thousands of displaced Lebanese return to south following ceasefire

• 1:10 PM

The ceasefire between Israeli and Hezbollah, which came into effect at four in the morning local time, appears to be holding.

Chad: UN investigates sexual exploitation allegations against aid workers

• 11:39 AM

Speaking on condition of anonimity, Sudanese women and girls who found refuge in Chad alleged humanitarian workers and local security forces had sexually exploited them. The men allegedly offered money, easier access to assistance or jobs.

Mali arrests top politician for criticizing Burkina Faso's ruling junta

• 11:38 AM

N'Djim had claimed on the Joliba TV News broadcaster on Sunday that the military rulers of Burkina Faso, a close ally of Mali, made up evidence of a foiled coup in November.

Tanzania building collapse: Rescue efforts end, death toll rises to 29

• 10:25 AM

Investigations are ongoing, spokesperson Thobias Makoba told reporters. The owner of the building in the Kariakoo area of Tanzania's economic hub was arrested.

Namibia: voting underway as the country gears towards new leadership

• 9:52 AM

About 1.4 million people — approximately half the Namibian population — are registered to vote to decide the president and the makeup of Parliament for a five-year term.

Arne Slot addresses uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah's future

• 9:01 AM

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot believes the uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah's future is not proving a distraction for the Egyptian forward as they prepare to face Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday.

SA: Constitutional court hears PhalaPhala case, EFF hopes for an impeachment vote

• 8:18 AM

Two South African opposition parties asked the country's top court Tuesday to revive impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a scandal where more than half a million dollars in cash was stashed in a couch at his ranch and then stole

Lebanon: Ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah comes into effect

• 6:24 AM

The ceasefire took effect on Wednesday (Nov. 27) with the Lebanese army taking steps to redeploy south and Israel's army was set to withdraw.

Risk of floods in Ghana’s capital of Accra blamed on city planning

• 12:05 AM

Environmental groups in Ghana are sounding the alarm over the capital city Accra's vulnerability to flooding. They are urging the government to prioritise flood defenses and come up with other preventative measures.

Ruling party candidate Nandi-Ndaitwah favorite as Namibia votes

Tuesday, november 26, 2024

• 9:07 PM

Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah could become the country’s first female president if she wins the presidential election Wednesday. Her South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) has been in power since independence in 1990

Pogba’s brother, 5 others accused of extorting France star go on trial

• 6:29 PM

Pogba told investigators the alleged extortionists wanted to discredit him by claiming he asked a witch doctor to cast a spell on France teammate Kylian Mbappé. His brother Mathias denied the allegation

Food festival celebrates Acarajé a traditional Afro-Brazilian street food

• 6:09 PM

6 min

Acarajé - a traditional Afro-Brazilian street food made by women - has boomed in popularity with a dedicated festival in Rio de Janeiro. Until a few years ago, the fried bun was mainly available in the Brazilian state of Bahia but it is now sold in citie

Mali cuts TV news station's signal over broadcast criticizing Burkina Faso's ruling junta

• 4:48 PM

Mali’s ruling junta cut the signal of the popular news broadcaster Joliba TV News after a prominent politician criticized the military rulers of neighboring Burkina Faso during a televised debate, a journalist for the channel said Tuesday.

Israel civil inquiry blames Netanyahu for October 7 failures

• 4:19 PM

The commission led by retired judge Varda Alsheik presented its findings on Tuesday after a four month probe in which it heard some 120 witnesses. It determined that the Israeli government, its army and security services “failed in their primary mission o

Dakar transforms into a cultural hub for the biennale of contemporary African art

• 3:57 PM

As Dak’Art continues to celebrate the diversity and richness of African contemporary art, it remains a beacon of hope and opportunity for artists seeking to leave their mark on the global stage.

5 more have been rescued after tourist yacht sank in Egypt's Red Sea

• 2:35 PM

The boat carried 13 Egyptians, including crew members, and 31 foreign nationals from the United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Poland, Belgium, Switzerland, Finland, China, Slovakia, Spain, and Ireland.

Morocco's red pepper season set back by drought

• 2:23 PM

The town of Oulad Ali Loued in central Morocco is known as the capital of red pepper and produces the most significant amount of red pepper in the kingdom

Russian forces close in on Kurakhove as fighting intensifies

• 2:11 PM

It is probably only a matter of time before the Russian troops take full control of Kurakhove in the Donetsk region in eastern Ukraine, said a military expert in a television interview with China Media Group (CMG) aired on Tuesday.

U.N. humanitarian chief attends event in Sudan to raise awareness about violence against women

• 11:46 AM

Human Rights Watch has accused the paramilitary group fighting against the military of rampant sexual violence against women, including gang rape and forced marriages of girls.

'Moana 2' premieres in London

• 11:44 AM

Set three years after the original film, “Moana 2” finds Moana again forced to head across the Pacific on an ocean adventure. But this time, she’s traveling with a crew, in a new canoe, and carrying new responsibilities. That includes her younger sister,

Colonisation and abuse stain Elizabeth II's memory in Africa

• 10:31 AM

Africanews journalist Lauriane Vofo answers Euronews' questions on the African heritage of Queen Elizabeth II.

First trailer of Bob Marley biopic 'One Love' unveiled

Culture • 10:30 AM

"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.

Naomi Campbell makes creative directorial debut at New York Fashion Week

• 10:29 AM

Campbell worked on the collection with emerging designers — Victor Anate, based in Nigeria, and New York-based Edvin Thompson.

AFCON 2021: Historic win for Senegal in final against Egypt

• 10:28 AM

After two hours of efforts and goal scoring opportunities, Senegal won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in the Olembé stadium of Yaoundé.

Cameroon beats Burkina Faso to end AFCON 2021 in third place

• 10:27 AM

At 0-2 by the end of the first half, Cameroon made a spectacular comeback during Saturday's game against Burkina Faso.

All you need to know ahead of the CAF Awards

• 10:26 AM

After a two-year hiatus, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards are back. The nominees in the 13 different categories will attend the event held in Morocco. Here is what you need to know about the star-studded ceremony.

Find out what happened in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup draw

• 10:25 AM

Nigeria, Morocco, South Africa and Zambia now know their contenders in the next FIFA Women's World Cup. If successful during their playoff, Cameroon and Senegal could also participate in the tournament that will be hosted in Australia and New Zealand.

2022 French election: Bicultural heritage & citizen participation

• 10:24 AM

7 min

Ileana Santos is one of the many French citizens who have multiple cultures. On Sunday, like more than 48 millions French voters she will cast her ballot to choose the next president. The French and Togolese tells Africanews how her cultural heritage infl

How did Tunisia become a hostile land for sub-saharan African migrants? [Interview]

• 10:22 AM

13 min

Migration researcher Ahlam Chemlali was the guest for Africanews special interview segment. She broke down how the lack of migration framework, politicians' demagoguegy and the consequences of E.U. migration deals lead to a hostile environment for sub-sah

How did African teams do in their friendlies ahead of the Qatar World Cup?

• 10:21 AM

Preparations for the November Football World Cup are not going smoothly for all African teams. Friendly matches were held on Tuesday, September 27. Cameroon and Tunisia lost. Senegal and Morocco secured draws. Ghana won against Nicaragua.

AFCON: After qualification, it's celebration time in Cameroon and Burkina Faso

• 10:18 AM

Burkinabe and Cameroonian football lovers were overjoyed by their countries' qualification, on Saturday, January 29, for the AFCON semi-finals.

Nigerian refugee girls join AFCON celebrations in Cameroon

• 10:16 AM

Minawao Refugee Camp Cameroon is home to thousands of Nigerian refugees. In the heart of it, a group of girls has formed an all-female football team.

Meet the African nominees for Women’s and Men’s World Athlete of the Year awards

• 10:13 AM

World Athletics published on Thursday (Oct 13) the list of nominees for Women’s and Men’s World Athlete of the Year. 4 African athletes appear on the lists.

Election campaign kicks off in Nigeria

• 10:10 AM

The campaign for presidential and National Assembly seats officially kicked off Wednesday, Sept 28, in Nigeria. The electoral commission projected that 95 million voters would participate in the February election.

IWD: Ending gender inequality in farming to achieve food security and generate growth

• 10:09 AM

Gender inequality often results in a gender gap in productivity. "Substantial gender gaps in productivity have arisen not because women are less efficient farmers, but because women experience inequitable access to land and to agricultural inputs", a 201

Global leaders call for nations to end production and use of land mines

• 10:08 AM

At least 5,757 people were killed and wounded by land mines and unexploded ordnance last year, primarily civilians of whom a third were children, Landmine Monitor reported.

South Africa: July 2021 unrest report points finger at "state unpreparedness"

• 10:07 AM

On Monday, President Ramaphosa released a report he commissioned to an expert panel. The July 2021 riots killed over 300 people leaving hundreds bankrupt.

DRC: President's party celebrates 40th anniversary looking ahead to challenges

• 10:06 AM

On Tuesday, the Union for Democracy and Social Progress celebrates 40 years of existence. For the first time ever, a party member leads the country but challenges are numerous.

DRC: War in Ukraine sparks food-security fears

• 10:05 AM

Rising prices driven by the Ukraine crisis have stoked fear of devastating social turmoil in eastern DR Congo. In the region, the economy is hobbled by geographical remoteness and decades of violence.

Pope Francis listens to horrible tales of war victims in DRC: 'Your tears are my tears"

• 10:03 AM

Pope Francis on Wednesday (Feb. 1) celebrated Mass for about 1 million people, invited Congo’s people to forgive those who committed "inhuman violence" against them, and then heard first-hand of the atrocities some of them have endured.

Egyptian environmental group builds 'world biggest plastic pyramid'

• 10:02 AM

6 min

Volunteers from the VeryNile initiative unveiled the world's biggest plastic pyramid on World Cleanup Day. Over the week-end the public could behold the 7,500 kg structure which was built using 250,000 bottles collected from the river Nile.

History of Kongo Kingdom at Tunis' Dream City festival

Culture • 9:59 AM

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.

Resurgent interest in art of calligraphy in Morocco

Culture • 9:58 AM

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.

Venice Film Festival: 'Io Capitano' tells dreadful journey to Europe of Senegalese migrants

Culture • 9:50 AM

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.

South Africa's refurbished Digital Dome set to open in February 2025

• 8:41 AM

The Johannesburg Planetarium has been transformed into the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, marking a new chapter for science in South Africa.

Zimbabwe seeks debt restructuring to unlock funding and rebuild economy

Monday, november 25, 2024

Business • 1:49 PM

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.

South Africa: Anti-apartheid author Breyten Breytenbach dies aged 85

Culture • 8:24 AM

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.

Experience the pulse of contemporary art at WEKRE in Ouagadougou

Sunday, november 24, 2024

Culture • 3:22 PM

Ouagadougou, the vibrant capital of Burkina Faso, is buzzing with creativity as it hosts WEKRE, an open-air exhibition that brings contemporary art closer to the community. Meaning "emergence" in the Mooré language, WEKRE aims to make

Kendrick Lamar surprises with new album 'GNX'

Saturday, november 23, 2024

Culture • 2:40 PM

Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present Friday with the surprise drop of a new album.

IMF highlights progress in Egypt’s reforms and global economic updates

Friday, november 22, 2024

Business • 4:31 PM

The IMF highlighted signs of economic stabilization in Argentina following a year of contraction. Leaders are exploring new arrangements to address the country’s $44 billion loan with the Fund.

Kenya cancels airport and energy deals with Adani group after the U.S. indicts the tycoon

Thursday, november 21, 2024

Business • 3:19 PM

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.”

Africa's hight cost of climate change [Business Africa]

Business • 2:00 PM

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.

US actress Viola Davis to receive Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award

Culture • 1:27 PM

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.

Denzel Washington and wife support son at premiere of 'The Piano Lesson'

Culture • 9:27 AM

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.

US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza for 4th time

Wednesday, november 20, 2024

Business • 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.

EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure

Tuesday, november 19, 2024

Business • 9:02 PM

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.

Brazil hands over G20 Presidency to South Africa

Business • 8:30 PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva closed the Group of 20 summit on Tuesday and handed over the presidency to South Africa.

Pro-palestinian demonstrators protest in Rio de Janeiro as G20 summit unfolds

Business • 10:16 AM

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.

Climate crisis takes centre stage at G20 summit in Brazil

Business • 6:45 AM

On Tuesday, G20 leaders are expected to discuss sustainable development and the transition to cleaner energy.

World leaders gather in Brazil for G20 summit amid global tensions

Monday, november 18, 2024

Business • 4:42 PM

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

Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania

Sunday, november 17, 2024

Culture • 3:39 PM

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.

Activists highlight plight of world's hungry ahead of G20 summit in Brazil

Business • 10:44 AM

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.

Nigeria's inflation rate surges as food prices escalate

Friday, november 15, 2024

Business • 4:38 PM

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

COP29: What next for Africa's energy transition?

Business • 3:24 PM

Africa stands at a crossroad in the global energy transition. So how can the continent address its energy needs whilst navigating the climate crisis?

Turkey offered partner status by BRICS amid bid to balance East-West ties

Business • 2:06 PM

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.

Civil society takes center stage at Brazil’s G20 social summit

Business • 9:07 AM

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.

Ridley Scott brings "Gladiator" back to the big screens

Thursday, november 14, 2024

Culture • 7:44 PM

24 years after the original movie, Ridley Scott is bringing "Gladiator" back to the big screens

New era of sovereignty in Mali's gold sector [Business Africa]

Business • 3:21 PM

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

Nigeria signs $1.2 billion deal with Chinese state-owned company to revamp key gas plant

Business • 11:52 AM

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.”

DRC on a mission to financing the world's largest hydropower dam

Tuesday, november 12, 2024

Business • 2:21 PM

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.

Theater festival offers solace in Burkina Faso

Culture • 12:42 AM

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.

Germany exhibition aims to broaden understanding of Africa through art

Saturday, november 9, 2024

Culture • 12:12 AM

"The True Size of Africa" features 26 works that organisers say explore Africa, addressing its cultural history, intellectual traditions, and challenging stereotypes

15th edition of Biennale of contemporary African art opens in Dakar

Friday, november 8, 2024

Culture • 5:44 PM

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.

UN agricultural fund calls for adaptation financing for small-scale farmers

Business • 11:35 AM

Ahead of the COP29 climate change conference, IFAD says a proposed climate finance goal needs to prioritise the needs of small farms.

Botswana's new government races to diversify its economy {Business Africa}

Thursday, november 7, 2024

Business • 8:00 PM

With unemployment on the rise and a downturn in diamond demand, can Botswana's new administration succeed in driving economic diversification? In Ethiopia, despite efforts to reduce fuel dependence and pollution, electric vehicle owners face obstacles du

Algerian-French writer Kamel Daoud wins top French literary prize

Monday, november 4, 2024

Culture • 6:01 PM

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'.

US: Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with stars including MJ has died

Culture • 1:10 PM

Jones leaves a vast legacy that ranged from producing Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album to writing prize-winning film and television scores.

Benin: Tapping the potential of luxury tourism [Business Africa]

Friday, november 1, 2024

Business • 12:23 AM

In this Business Africa episode, you'll get to meet the head of hotel's first 5-star hotel. Also on the program, funding cultural and creative industry and we'll look at how Morocco built an investor-friendly climate.

South Africa projects wider deficits and rising debt despite improved growth

Thursday, october 31, 2024

Business • 6:32 AM

The Treasury forecasted a 5.0% deficit for the fiscal year ending March 2025, up from the 4.5% expected, with next year’s deficit now estimated at 4.3% of GDP.

Marrakech celebrates tradition in lively folklore festival

Wednesday, october 30, 2024

Culture • 5:54 PM

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