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151 matchesFood security: Group trains 837 youths in Abuja, targets 20million Nigerians by 2030
The Seyi Tinubu Operation Back to Agriculture Initiative (SOBAI) has trained 837 youths at its Kubwa centre in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of efforts to…
We’ll use tourism to drive Tinubu’s diversification agenda — NTDA DG
Awakan said the authority had urged Tinubu to replicate in Nigeria the tourism legacy he established in Lagos State. The post We’ll use tourism to drive Tinubu’s diversification…
Super El Nino set to kill 900,000 people as new map shows hotspots for devastation
A chilling new 'death map' warns a record 'Super El Niño' could drive about 857,400 extra heat-related deaths worldwide by March 2027, with Nigeria, India and Brazil worst…
Climate shocks increase health risks for Africa's most vulnerable
Climate change is already reshaping Africa's health landscape, as rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, droughts, and floods worsen food insecurity, heighten infectious disease risks, and strain already fragile health…
Switzerland freezes MSF funding after reports of sexual exploitation in Chad
The MSF internal report found a pattern of abuse and sexual exploitation by some local and foreign staff working in Chad along the Sudanese border.
Putin says trade turnover with Egypt ‘growing steadily’ despite regional tensions
President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia’s trade turnover with Egypt is “growing steadily” despite regional tensions, as he met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Moscow, Anadolu…
Ethiopia Confirms It Has Received 12 Russian Su-35 Fighter Jets
Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News World Ethiopia has taken delivery of 12 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets and expects to receive four S-400 air-defense systems under an arms…
Trade turnover between Russia, Africa climbed above $27 bln since 2022 — Putin
Its total volume increased by 1.5 times, the Russian president said
Uganda Pushes for Bigger Share of $465bn Global Coffee Market as AU Unveils New Strategy
Uganda is seeking to increase earnings from its coffee exports through a new African Union strategy aimed at promoting local processing, expanding continental trade and reducing dependence on…
Microbe Madness 2.0 Brings Art And Interactive Experiences To Lagos To Safeguard Medicine’s Future
About 15 artists will explore “One Action for Our Future” as Art for Health Initiative calls for collective action on antimicrobial resistance, writes CHIOMA UMEHA. Art for Health…
Putin invites African airlines to launch flights to Russia
At Africa forum, Russian president says Russia-Africa trade could double to exceed $50B in near future
Putin woos African leaders, says Russia a better partner than ‘colonial’ West
President Vladimir Putin told African leaders on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying to exploit the…
Ethiopia receives 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, plans to acquire S-400 air defenses
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed thanks Putin for early delivery as tensions with Eritrea, renewed fighting in Tigray raise regional security concerns
Ethiopia Gets 12 Russian Su-35 Fighters, Eyes S-400 Air Defenses
The Ethiopian leader says the multirole fighter jets arrived a year ahead of schedule, with four S-400 batteries also planned under the deal. The post Ethiopia Gets 12…
Five things to know about the IEC’s readiness for elections
The Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared its National Results Operations Centre ready
Russia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
President Vladimir Putin told African leaders on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying to exploit the…
Putin tells African leaders Russia is better partner than the 'colonial' West
Putin tells African leaders Russia is better partner than the ‘colonial’ WestOn Wednesday, President Vladimir Putin told African leaders that Russia was their best partner, denouncing what he…
Tourist traffic from Russia can reinforce African economy — Putin
"The Russian tourist flow has become a sizeable sector of the national economy for certain countries, even for such significantly developed country as Turkey," the Russian leader said
Putin woos African leaders, says Russia is better partner than ‘colonial’ West
President Vladimir Putin told African leaders on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying to exploit the…
Pax Democratica: Whose peace, whose democracy?
The assertion that democracies act more benevolently than autocracies in the international arena is not necessarily true.
ACN report: 220 million Christians face persecution worldwide
Persecution of Christians has worsened in 55% of the 18 countries examined in Aid to the Church in Need’s report for 2024–2026. The pontifical foundation warns that 413…
Russia could implement projects worth billions of dollars in Sahel countries — Novak
Only those investment projects that are economically beneficial to both investor and country will be implemented, the official stressed
Russia sincerely interested in cooperation with all African countries — Putin
The Russian president expressed confidence that the forum and the thematic meetings, roundtables and negotiations held as part of it would help address the challenges facing Russia and…
Russian business in Africa not involved in 'predatory exploitation' of resources — Putin
One of the main areas of the Russia-Africa partnership has traditionally been the extraction and processing of mineral resources, the Russian president noted
Russian doctors ready to keep helping Africa fight cholera and Ebola — Putin
Russia transferred 15 mobile anti-epidemic laboratories to eight African states, the president said
Action plan to be adopted following Russia-Africa summit — Putin
This framework document will outline the primary direction for further comprehensive cooperation between Russia and African countries, the Russian leader said
Putin urges African nations to use national payment systems in settlements with Russia
The Russian leader stressed that it is important to continue building up stable channels of mutual payments in national currencies
Novatek ready to offer technologies, LNG to Africa
In addition to shareholders’ funds, major joint projects in Africa may be financed through the World Bank and the African Development Bank, the company’s Deputy Chairman Sergey Solovyev…
Gazprom ready to cooperate with Africa on exploration, production of hydrocarbons
Gazprom Deputy Chairman Vitaly Markelov highlighted that the Russian gas holding could offer African countries large-, medium-, and small-scale LNG solutions
Israel: Netanyahu leads but without a majority; Arab parties make gains
Today’s headlines: Myanmar importsaviation fuel from Iran, circumventing sanctions; India cracks down on protests in Arunachal Pradesh; Mbappé forced to apologise to China after referring to Mao as…
Ebola outbreak tops 10,000 cases as deaths near 4,900 in DRC
Africa’s latest Ebola outbreak has infected more than 10,000 people, with nearly 4,900 deaths reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Congolese health authorities said...
Russia ready to establish joint ventures with Africa for fertilizer packaging — RAPU
According to Andrey Guryev, head of the Russian Fertilizer Producers Association, Russian products are currently available in 25 African countries
Senior Russian diplomat describes Africa as one of key areas for BRICS development
According to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov, one of the key areas of cooperation is moving toward the establishment of a BRICS grain exchange
South African activists push back on data centre rush
A little boy balanced a large bottle of water on his shoulder as he returned from a communal tap near land acquired by a major data centre developer…
Kazakhstan, UN Discuss Steps to Strengthen Cooperation Among Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones
The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Nations have discussed practical measures to strengthen cooperation among…
Congo’s Ebola outbreak crosses 10,000 cases as authorities step up response
The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has crossed 10,000 confirmed cases, prompting authorities across Africa to intensify efforts to…
S.African activists push back on data centre rush
CAPE TOWN — A little boy balanced a large bottle of water on his shoulder as he returned from a communal tap near land acquired by a major…
Spain deports African, Asian asylum seekers to Morocco
SPAIN has returned more than a dozen sub-Saharan African and Asian migrants to Morocco after they reached the Spanish enclave of Ceuta and had their asylum applications rejected,…
CIDB deregisters 13 contractors over grading application claims
The CIDB says 13 construction companies were removed from its register after findings that they misrepresented information when applying for higher grading. The board says more than 50…
Ebola outbreak passes 10,000 cases, mostly in DRC
Africa's latest outbreak of Ebola has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, the vast majority of them in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Congolese health authorities said on…
Tanzania steps up Ebola screening at Kenya border
Dar Es Salaam: Health authorities in Tanzania s northeastern Arusha Region have intensified Ebola prevention protocols on Tuesday, training over 100 h...
Trade between Russia, Libya continues to grow — Putin
Vladimir Putin emphasized that Libya is a longstanding partner of Russia in North Africa
MP CM Mohan Yadav inspects blackbuck rescue operation in Shajapur, says over 1,236 rescued so far
During the visit, the Chief Minister reviewed the progress of the operation and the arrangements made by the Forest Department and administrative officials. He also inspected the blackbuck…
Sterling Oil acquires Eni’s Nigerian unit, adds 5% stake in Renaissance oil and gas venture
Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO), owned by the Sandesara family, has acquired Italian energy major Eni’s Nigerian subsidiary Agip Energy and Natural Resources (Nigeria) Limited…
Vladimir Putin starts work at Russia-Africa Summit
Wednesday’s agenda includes participation in the third Russia-Africa Economic Summit and Humanitarian Forum, a meeting with the heads of major regional organizations, and a formal reception hosted by…
Fugro to clear the way for 50Hertz’s LanWin3 and LanWin6 offshore grid connections
Fugro has been awarded a contract by 50Hertz to deliver unexploded ordnance (UXO) survey, identification and clearance services for the LanWin3 and LanWin6 offshore grid connection projects in…
The Price of a Dream: Inside the Deadly Migration Routes Where Hope Is Sold, Families Are Held to Ransom, and Lives Disappear
Ayele Addis Ambelu Journalist at Africa News Channel and Ethiopian Mass Media (EMMA NEWS) Media Educator at Bahir Dar University. ⓒ천지일보 From Ethiopia's villages to the deserts of…
Ex-wife of Zimbabwe's vice-president freed after collapse of attempted murder case
Marry Mubaiwa had been held on remand for seven years after being charged in 2019 for her then husband's attempted murder.
UralChem intends to supply at least 1 mln tons of fertilizers to Africa annually
The company plans to boost sales volume to 2 mln tons in the foreseeable future
Countries take first step toward global crackdown on environmental crime
Negotiations are set to begin on the world’s first international protocol to fight environmental crime, including wildlife trafficking, illegal deforestation, and illicit waste smuggling. The protocol, to be…
South Africa Deploys 500 Soldiers to Quell Anti-Immigration Violence
The deployment comes after a foreign national was beaten to death by a mob during an anti-immigrant protest last week.
Mitchell Starc leads Australia’s fightback with six-wicket haul on day 1 of Cape Town Test
Mitchell Starc claimed 6/72 to spark a dramatic South Africa collapse as Australia fought back to bowl out the Proteas for 329 on Day 1 of the third…
US Army looks to high-flying balloons to help see, strike along front lines with China
Amid renewed interest in high-altitude balloons, soldiers are looking to them to extend their reach along the first island chain.
Sudan’s Nyala Market Strike Kills 20 or More
Reports say a drone struck a crowded night market in Nyala, Sudan, on 26 October, killing 20 or more. A rival government says over 100 died. The post…
Africa Ebola outbreak surpasses 10,000 cases, majority in DR Congo
Kinshasa: Africa s ongoing Ebola outbreak has officially topped 10,000 confirmed cases, with the vast majority concentrated inside the Democratic Repu...
View from Africa: Why the Muscat/Oman Process Matters
The current U.S. military withdrawal from Iraq, as noted in Olga Algayerova’s and Ana Birchall’s recent texts, adds yet another layer of uncertainty to an already fragile regional…
Votes from Israel’s Arab citizens could help decide the election.
The election is Israel’s first since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition faces opposition parties loosely led by a former military chief whose…
Putin calls Africa 'continent of future'
The head of state added that Russia is promoting the creation of a new investment platform within BRICS, which will also target fast-growing markets
Jewish heritage museum opens in Baghdad
There were 90,000 Jews in Iraq in the early 20th century but now there are believed to be only be a handful
At least 62 killed in terror attack as community 'massacred' and emergency declared
At least 62 people have been killed and 52 others wounded after gunmen attacked the Binnari community in Taraba state, northeastern Nigeria, with thousands displaced, the country's emergency…
France to seek EU sanctions over alleged Russian interference in Africa
Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot says operation targeted Cameroon and Republic of Congo
Rosoboronexport order portfolio with Africa accounts for 30% of its total export volume
Rosoboronexport sees Africa as one of the world’s most promising regions for the development of military-technical cooperation
Turkey may make acquisitions, sign deals for further hydrocarbon exploration by year-end
Turkey may reach agreements to make acquisitions or further explore for hydrocarbons by the end of the year as part of its target to produce 1 million barrels…
Africa needs to be more self-reliant and strengthen its security capabilities – Tinubu
Africa needs to become more self-reliant and create partnerships that develop African strategic resilience, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu told [...]
Congo's Ebola cases hit 10,000 in fast-growing outbreak
A deadly Ebola outbreak in Congo has topped 10,000 confirmed cases as authorities race to slow the virus's advance across Africa.
Russia-Africa summit to strengthen strategic cooperation with continent — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister emphasized that Moscow is interested in seeing the African continent emerge as an influential center of a multipolar world
Nurse treating Ebola patient killed by machete-wielding mob after being accused of spreading deadly disease
A HERO nurse working to contain the spread of Ebola has been hacked to death by a machete-wielding mob of youths, officials have said. Another health worker was…
Africa holds 1/3 of world's natural resources, most remain untapped — Russian ministry
In particular, African nations possess significant reserves of rare-earth metals, lithium, gold, and other highly sought-after minerals
Investigators deliver report on why Iranian warships took part in naval drills off South Africa
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A report into why Iranian warships took part in naval drills off South Africa's coast this year against the instructions of the…
Radisson’s First Net Zero Hotel in Africa Signals Shift From Leased to Managed Properties
Radisson’s net zero push is moving from hotels it leases to hotels it manages. In South Africa, the hardest part wasn’t the building investments but buying the necessary…
US Air Force explores returning KC-10 tankers to service for North African operator
The United States Air Force (USAF) is exploring the possibility of returning four mothballed KC-10 Extender tankers to service for [...]
Nigeria: Nigeria May Be Ebola-Free Dec 7 - Govt
[Daily Trust] The Federal Government has said Nigeria could declare the Ebola outbreak over by December 7, 2026, if no further confirmed or probable cases are detected and…
Ebola patient in Nigeria evacuated to Switzerland
ABUJA — A woman infected with the Ebola virus and her husband, a Swiss diplomat, were flown from Nigeria to hospitals in Switzerland on Monday, officials said, as…
The booming African city you’ve probably never heard of
The continent’s urban centres are set to expand by 19m people annually. But urbanisation is not following a familiar path
Malawi’s Temwa Chawinga makes history with Women’s Ballon d’Or Top 10 Ranking
Temwa Chawinga has made history after becoming the first African woman to be included in the top 10… The post Malawi’s Temwa Chawinga makes history with Women’s Ballon…
Bolsonaro agrees to surrender passports after acknowledging loss in Brazil's presidential race
Flávio Bolsonaro said police had ordered him to surrender his passports, adding: "I am now prohibited from leaving the country."
Piyush Goyal says India-Chile FTA talks ' quite ripe' for conclusion, Canada negotiations making progress
India is making progress on free trade agreements (FTAs) with several countries, with negotiations with Chile nearing conclusion and talks with Canada advancing, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush…
Dammed Between Energy and Water Scarcity: The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the Nile
Every large dam divides as much as it connects, and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is no exception. A monumental feat of architecture and engineering, the mega-dam has…
Botswana honors 97-year-old who fought eviction of Indigenous people in Kalahari
Roy Sesana, a 97-year-old Indigenous rights campaigner who opposed the Botswana government over the removal of San communities from their traditional lands in Central Kalahari, has received an…
Corruption, ICC warrant for war crimes and other charges: Benjamin Netanyahu and the complicated arrest question
- Will 'Bibi' be able to preserve his political power? And if he loses, can he be tried for the charges against him?
Herzog Welcomes European, African Ambassadors, Calls for Stronger Diplomatic Ties
New ambassadors from France, the Netherlands, Austria, Rwanda, and Ghana formally presented their diplomatic credentials to Israel on Monday, signaling...
About 22 rescued in Uganda after building collapse
Kampala: Emergency workers in central Uganda rescued approximately 22 people on Monday evening after achurch extensioncollapsed on Monday, local polic...
Tinubu links Dangote investments to jobs, import substitution
President Tinubu has commended the Dangote Group for its investments, citing their role in creating jobs, reducing imports and boosting Nigeria’s economy.
Calls for 'sky high' tax on private jets as thousands flew while Cairngorms blazed
The Scottish Government has been urged to set its new private jet tax 'sky high', as new analysis reveals hundreds flew in and out of the country while…
China attempts to change the world with global initiatives
The ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) would like the world to think China is a benevolent power for good in the world, and that its only ambition is…
Steve Smith ruled out of 3rd Test against Proteas with neck injury as Australia make four changes
Australia have suffered a major setback ahead of the third and final Test against South Africa, with Steve Smith ruled out of the series decider due to a…
ICC Women's Rankings: Harmanpreet, Deepti advance following 2nd ODI centuries against Zimbabwe ; Smriti loses top spot
In the second match of the series India had former skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and experienced all-rounder Deepti Sharma each score centuries, and the duo were rewarded with big…
Auto sector growth to sustain in October on strong urban demand, financing availability: Nuvama
India's automobile sector is likely to sustain its growth momentum in October 2026, driven by strong urban demand and adequate financing availability, with commercial vehicles expected to record…
Rotorua social worker to summit mountain five times in one day for mental health awareness
She plans to honour families facing a challenge close to her heart.
Egypt parliament authorises military support for Saudi
dpaCairoEgypt’s parliament on Monday authorised President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi to take necessary measures to support Saudi Arabia in defending its territory, according to Egyptian...
Marco Rubio to host G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Atlanta from October 30 to 31 to host the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, the State Department said, with talks…
A rare victory for multilateralism in the fight against environmental crime (commentary)
Multilateralism has had a miserable few years. International institutions are under strain, geopolitical rivalries are intensifying and governments struggle to agree on even the most elementary rules. Governments…
S.Africa ambassador calls for talks with US over ‘tense’ ties
CAPE TOWN (AFP) : South Africa is seeking “direct dialogue” with Washington to break a stalemate in tense diplomatic ties, the ambassador told AFP Monday, as Pretoria sought…
Nigeria Ebola patient flown to Switzerland, Congo health worker killed as 4 countries deal with outbreak
Officials on opposite sides of the African continent are trying to determine how a woman diagnosed with Ebola in Nigeria's capital last week contracted the deadly virus without…
South African Labs Strive for Africa’s Biopharma Sovereignty
Africa still imports 99% of its routine vaccines and 70–90% of its biopharmaceuticals. The Africa CDC warns this vulnerability could cost the continent up to $1.1 trillion in…
Zimbabwe slips four places to 14th out of 29 in Africa’s Digital Rights and Inclusion ranking
Zimbabwe falls to 14th in Africa’s 2025 digital rights ranking, as the Londa report highlights free speech restrictions, surveillance risks and online gender-based violence
Fungi now have a global conservation strategy
YEREVAN, Armenia — Like the dark spaces they often prefer, mushrooms, yeasts, and some 160,000 known species of fungi rest in the background of conservation efforts. But their…
Contacts with Africa, Putin’s 'extremely tight' schedule: Kremlin aide’s statements
Forty-eight countries have confirmed their participation in the Russia-Africa summit, twenty-two of them will be represented at the top level
Ebola patient evacuated from Nigeria to Switzerland
A woman infected with the Ebola virus and her husband, a Swiss diplomat, were flown from Nigeria to hospitals in Switzerland on Monday, Swiss authorities said. The Ugandan-born…
Bezos Earth Fund and partners pledge $500m for threatened species recovery
The Bezos Earth Fund and eight other organizations have pledged more than $500 million over five years to help rescue some of the world’s most threatened plants and…
South African creative industry mourns Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele
Renowned South African screenwriter, actress, and CEO of ContentWood, Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele, has passed away at 35 following a cardiac condition. She leaves behind a rich legacy as…
Kremlin aide notes Africa’s tremendous pace of development
Yury Ushakov pointed out that, according to the African Development Bank, the average economic growth rate for nations on the continent stands at 4.2%
IPL 2027: CSK confirm Michael Hussey’s departure; appoint Gareth Batty as assistant coach
CSK confirm Michael Hussey’s departure after eight years as batting coach, appointing former England spinner Gareth Batty as assistant coach for IPL 2027.
Leaders from 22 of 48 countries to attend Russia-Africa summit, says Kremlin aide
48 out of the 54 recognized by the UN African countries have confirmed their participation in the summit
President El-Sisi Meets UN Secretary-General António Guterres
The Presidency Egypt News Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Secretary-General of the United Nations Mr. António Guterres, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation…
SA vs AUS: Gerald Coetzee replaces Anrich Nortje in South Africa's squad for 3rd Test
Gerald Coetzee has been named as Anrich Nortje’s replacement for the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands.
TASS provides its news feeds free of charge to over 300 African media outlets
TASS Strategy Director Sergey Kuzovnikov invited the participants of the Russia-Africa media forum to join the agency’s news feeds
Ebola: WHO Declares Nigeria Case-Free After Patient’s Evacuation, 52 Contacts Still Monitored
The WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Mohamed Janabi, disclosed this in a statement posted on his official X handle on Monday, confirming that the evacuation was completed…
East Africa has the raw materials but lacks the factories
Manufacturers and policymakers urged cheaper finance, predictable trade policies and reliable local raw materials to help factories compete with imports NEWS ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | East Africa…
Russia, Ethiopia discuss increasing flights to Addis Ababa — Russian ambassador
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines operates six direct flights a week between the countries' capitals
Who is Lula? From ex-worker and prisoner to Brazil's president again
The firebrand left-winger, who has at times been at odds with Trump, has won his fourth term as Brazil's president.
Israel, but not in Palestine?
Before 1948, several territories were considered as possible locations for a Jewish state.
Armscor not inviting bids for soldier-worn body cameras
Armscor, the State-owned defence acquisition and project management company, maintains a May body camera Request for Information (RfI) was not [...]
Avior Labs unveils Callisto, its next-generation AI-driven autonomous VTOL drone
South African UAV developer Avior Labs is expanding its unmanned aircraft portfolio with Callisto, an all-electric vertical take-off and landing [...]
Ebola death count in Congo tops 4,800 people
The National Institute of Public Health said the number of infected people stands at 9,876
Nigeria's first Ebola patient in over a decade medically evacuated to Switzerland
UPDATE 2-Nigeria's Ebola patient medically evacuated to Switzerland
Myanmar faked diesel deal with South Africa to buy Iranian jet fuel, paid via Thai bank: Report
Myanmar’s military-backed authorities disguised Iranian jet fuel as South African diesel, using sham contracts and a Thai bank account, to get around US sanctions, according to a report…
Nigeria's Ebola patient medically evacuated to Switzerland
ABUJA, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Nigeria's Ebola patient left the country on a medical evacuation flight to Switzerland on Monday morning, the health minister said.
Ebola scientists to probe Nigeria case origin, Africa CDC says
LONDON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - A team of leading Ebola scientists will travel to Nigeria to help investigate how the country's first patient in more than a decade…
South Africa: Elections 2026 - Giyani Villagers Forced to Buy Water As Boreholes Fail Ahead of Elections
[Health-e] Makhuvha residents say they're forced to buy water or use unsafe sources. Families fear waterborne illnesses as children report stomach problems. The municipality confirms two boreholes are…
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Chases Trade and Investment Deals At Russia-Africa Summit
[New Zimbabwe] PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa touched down in Russia at the weekend for the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit and Economic Forum, with Zimbabwe pushing to lock in deals that…
5 million Nigerians gain clean cooking access annually, but it’s not enough, experts say
UYO, Nigeria — Before dawn, Happiness Emmanuel is already at the fire. She crouches beside a three-legged metal stand outside her home in Uyo city, southeastern Nigeria, splashing…
Senegal to host Youth Games, Africa's first ever Olympics
Dakar: Signs across the Senegalese capital proclaim Africa welcomes, Dakar celebrates ahead of the Youth Olympic Games, which will mark the continen...
‘We built this land’: descendants of enslaved people are reclaiming their history across South Africa’s vineyards
Slavery was integral to the country’s wine industry. Now a handful of wineries are addressing its legacy and righting the wrongs of the past At Groot Constantia, the…
Snakebites may cause up to 513,000 deaths annually worldwide
A new study estimates that snakebites cause between 2.1 million and 7 million cases of envenoming globally each year, with annual deaths potentially ranging from 274,000 to 513,000.…
Cape Town’s Klopse parade returns to Somerset Road as City pledges up to R10.35m
Cape Town’s Tweede Nuwe Jaar minstrel parade will return to Somerset Road on 2 January 2027, with the City providing support worth up to R10.35 million for the…
PDI Gold Shares Climb 7% as West African Producer Rebounds Even as Gold Hovers Below US$4,000 an Ounce
PDI Gold shares rose 7.2% despite weaker gold prices, recovering from recent losses as investors assessed Kiniero production, the Bankan project and regional political risks.
PAK vs ENG: Shadab's record 113 not out helps Pakistan pull stunning chase in Lahore
Shadab Khan’s heroic 113* and an 89-run 10th-wicket stand with Haris Rauf led Pakistan from 154/9 to chase 242 vs England in Lahore. Records: highest number 8 score…
Singapore diversifies energy supplies as Indonesia cuts gas exports
The remarks came as Indonesia began reducing natural gas exports to the city-state from Saturday, as President Prabowo Subianto seeks to bolster domestic supply
Nigeria-Cyprus bilateral relations enter new era as Amb. Ufochukwu presents credentials
Diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and Cyprus reached a significant milestone on Friday as Her Excellency Nkechi Linda Ufochukwu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Nigeria to Israel…
Cheteshwar Pujara picks current ODI World XI, leaves out Iyer, Brook
Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has named his current ODI World XI ahead of the five-match series between India and New Zealand, leaving out India’s T20 captain Suryakumar…
'It's what we do as a team to prepare': Head coach Phil Simmons dismisses talk of chaos in Bangladesh camp
Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has dismissed suggestions of turmoil within the team following the removal of batting coach Mohammad Ashraful, insisting that the players remain focused on…
Nigeria expands potential Ebola exposure cases search in capital city
Abuja: Health authorities in Nigeria saidSunday thattheir ongoing Ebola contact tracing operations in the capital city of Abujawere expanding, having...
International meeting for peace in Assisi: More than words, concrete action
On the sidelines of the International Meeting for Peace in Assisi, the regional director of the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa, Hala Alkarib, speaks…
At least 40 civilians killed in terrorists’ attack in southeastern Nigeria — media
Human rights activists told the Premium Times that search and rescue operations are continuing
Gulf officials propound initiatives at WIF to foster joint investment, bolster intra-GCC trade
Doha: Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) officials have laid out initiatives to deepen economic and investment integration among member states, including...
Liza Key — a ‘dizzying disruptor’ at the heart of South Africa’s film scene
Liza Key transformed South Africa’s film scene, challenging apartheid censorship, nurturing filmmakers and bringing humanity to stories of injustice, opening new possibilities for South African storytelling.
IND-W vs ZIM-W, 2nd ODI: Harmanpreet Kaur, Vaishnavi Sharma star in India's 121-run win
India Women continued their dominant run against Zimbabwe with a 121-run victory in the second ODI in Vadodara, sealing the three-match series 2-0 after impressive centuries from Harmanpreet…
Trump Critic: He's 'Racist' Because He 'Demeans' Black Politicians
A caller to my show rattled off President Donald Trump's supposed "racist" sins: Trump called African...
Gambling-related distress leaves some South Africans contemplating suicide
More than 1,300 people have sought help for gambling-related distress, with some contemplating suicide amid mounting debt, depression and fears of stigma.
BREAKING: Ebola: NCDC approves N100,000 weekly upkeep payment for people in isolation
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has approved an emergency payment of N100,000 per person weekly to support people placed in isolation or quarantine as part…
Algeria moves to send troops to Niger to protect energy assets in historic policy shift
The upper house of parliament backs a proposed overseas deployment as Algiers deepens security ties with Niamey and seeks to safeguard strategic projects, including a planned gas pipeline…
Uganda unveils 21-day quarantine for returnees from DR Congo
Addis Ababa: Ugandans returning home from DR Congo which has been hit by its worst ever Ebola outbreak will be required to spend 21 days in quar...
Emmerson Mnangagwa seeks unconditional lifting of Zimbabwe sanctions
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa marked SADC Anti-Sanctions Day on October 25 by urging Western countries to lift sanctions, saying they constrain economic development.
President El-Sisi’s Speech at the Opening of the 9th Edition of Cairo Water Week
The Presidency Egypt News “In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful” Your Excellencies, Honorable Ministers and Heads of Delegations, Representatives of International and Regional…
Netanyahu explores cryptocurrency to bypass economic sanctions, faces backlash
More than 100 economists warn that international sanctions could hurt Israel's employment, foreign investment, living standards and economic standing.
Netanyahu rebuked for plan to use crypto to bypass economic sanctions
By Steven Scheer JERUSALEM, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces re-election this week, is drawing criticism from economists and political rivals after suggesting Israel…
Chesham Nostalgia: The fascinating history of Stanley Avenue
Stanley Avenue in Chesham is well known tree-lined street, where television personality Stephen Fry lived as a child. This is the story…
Former Israeli army chief Gadi Eisenkot emerges as Netanyahu’s leading election challenger
A decorated former Israeli army chief has emerged as a leading election challenger after serving in the war cabinet and suffering devastating personal losses following the Oct. 7…
Funding, force-structure issues could hinder Hegseth’s new autonomous command
The money to start AUTOWARCOM is to come from a reconciliation bill whose passage is in doubt.
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